2012 Yamaha Motorsports Grizzly 700 4x4 Owners Manual - Page 81
2012 Yamaha Motorsports Grizzly 700 4x4 Manual
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With practice, over a period of time, skill at controlled sliding can be developed. The terrain should be chosen carefully before attempting such maneuvers, since both stability and control are reduced. Bear in mind that sliding maneuvers should always be avoided on extremely slippery surfaces such as ice, since all control may be lost. WHAT TO DO IF...This section is designed to be a reference guide only. Be sure to read each section on riding techniques completely. WHAT TO DO...G If your ATV doesn't turn when you want it to: Bring the ATV to a stop and practice the turning maneuvers again. Be sure you are putting your weight on the footboard to the outside of the turn. Position your weight over the front wheels for better control. (See page 7-12.) G If your ATV begins to tip while turning: Lean more into the turn to regain balance. If necessary, gradually let off the throttle and/or steer to the outside of the turn. (See page 7-12.) G If your ATV starts to slide sideways: Steer in the direction of the slide if you have the room. Applying the brakes or accelerating is not recommended until you have corrected the slide. (See page 7-22.) G If your ATV can't make it up a hill you are trying to climb: Turn the ATV around if you still have forward speed. If not, stop, dismount on the uphill side of the ATV and physically turn the ATV around. If the ATV starts to slip backwards, DO NOT USE THE REAR BRAKE IF THE ATV IS IN "2WD" - the ATV may tip over on top of you. Dismount the ATV on the uphill side. (See page 7-14.) 7 7-23