Baja motorsports BA150-2 Owner's Manual

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Baja motorsports BA150-2 Owner's Manual Manual pdf 36 page image

36If you come to an obstacle that you cannot avoid, you may be able to cross over itby using the following procedure.1. If the obstacle is in front of you, approach at walking speed.2. Rise up slightly on the footrests.3. Pull up on the handlebar and apply a little throttle as the front wheels reach the obstacle.4. Lean forward and release the throttle after the front wheels are over theobstacle.Remember that some obstacles are too high for your ATV or for your abilities. If youare not sure that you can safely cross over an obstacle, back up and ride around theobstacle.WARNINGSkidding or sliding improperly.You may lose control of this ATV.You may also regain traction unexpectedly, which may cause the ATV tooverturn.Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by practicing at low speeds andon level, smooth terrain.On extremely slippery surfaces, such as ice, go slowly and be verycautious in order to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control.SKIDDING OR SLIDINGYou may experience skidding or sliding when you are not braking. You may beable to overcome it by using the techniques listed below.If your front wheel skids:Gain front wheel traction by reducing the throttle opening and leaning your bodyslightly forward.If your rear wheel skids:If space permits, steer in the direction of the skid. Shift your body away from theskid slightly. Avoid using the throttle or brakes until you regain directional controlof the vehicle.