Operation - Polaris Slingshot SL 2015 Owner's Manual

SLINGSHOT Vehicles vs. Other On-Road Vehicles
In the United States, the 3-wheel SLINGSHOT vehicle is an on-road vehicle in the
motorcycle class.
The SLINGSHOT vehicle handles differently than 2-wheel motorcycles, other 3-wheel
vehicles and 4-wheel vehicles. The following information will help you understand the
features and characteristics that make operation and handling of the SLINGSHOT vehicle
different from the operation and handling of other on-road vehicles.
How does a SLINGSHOT differ from a 2-wheel motorcycle?
• Low center of gravity
• Steering wheel
• Foot controls (brake, clutch, accelerator)
• Front suspension and steering
• Side-by-side operator and passenger seats
• Seat belts for both riders
• Lighting
• One rear drive wheel and two front wheels
The unique handling characteristics of the SLINGSHOT include:
• More stability in turns
• Vehicle stability at rest
• Flat cornering
• Turns in direction of wheel
• Quick response to steering changes
• Like all on-road vehicles, the SLINGSHOT can hydroplane (lose traction) when
encountering a layer of water on the driving surface. Every vehicle has a unique
hydroplane speed and response, driven by vehicle weight, tire configuration and tire
condition. The SLINGSHOT may hydroplane at lower speeds and react differently to
hydroplaning than most motorcycles and cars.

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