Those Around You - Arctic Cat TRV 2015 Operator's Manual

Sound Judgment
Terrain
Always pay close attention to the terrain
you're on, even if it is familiar to you. You
can't assume the landscape you're used to
doesn't change. Changes to landscape can
happen at nearly any time. Fences can be
constructed and excavations dug in a short
period of time. Weather, climate, and
development take their toll.
Night Riding
Riding at night can be very hazardous.
Obstacles and other hazards (that are eas-
ily identified during daytime) are much
more difficult to see and avoid. When
night riding, make sure the lights are
properly adjusted and in good working
order. Reduce speed; do not over-drive
the headlights. Never travel in an unfa-
miliar area or blaze a new trail at night.
Always carry a flashlight or flare for sig-
naling an emergency.
Paved Surfaces
Don't do it! The ATV isn't designed for
pavement. Its handling becomes more
difficult on paved surfaces.
Trail Riding
Use sound judgment when trail riding;
that means riding on a trail that fits your
ability level. If the trail is pretty rugged,
standing up on your footrests will make it
easier for you to endure the rough terrain.
Make yourself visible by using head-
lights and taillights, and pull completely
off the trail if you need to stop.
Outsloped trails (trails that slant to allow
rain to run off) make trail riding a bit
more challenging.
It also helps to know which trails you can
ride and who else might be on those same
trails. These are signs currently used in
some areas to designate trail types and
restrictions.
! WARNING

Those Around You

People do all kinds of things you can't
predict or control.
Passenger
Never carry a passenger under the age of
12. Never carry a passenger who cannot
place both feet on the footrests and who
cannot securely hold onto the handholds.
You are responsible for the passenger and
you must instruct the passenger on the
correct procedures for riding.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Trail Signs
ATV-0068A
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