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Sound Judgment
Terrain
Always pay close attention to the terrain
you're on, even if it is familiar to you.
You can't assume that 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
Try to avoid 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 taillight, and pull completely
off the trail if you need to stop.
Keep your weight shifted into the slope.
It also helps to know which trails you can
legally ride and who else might be on
those same trails. These are signs cur-
rently used in some areas to designate
trail types and restrictions.
! WARNING
Those Around You
People do all kinds of things that 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-0068
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