Baja motorsports Extreme 150 Owner's Manual

Baja motorsports Extreme 150 Owner's Manual Manual pdf 34 page image

28RIDING THROUGH WATERYou can ride the ATV through shallow water. Make sure it is not more than 10cm (4 inches)deep and is not moving fast. Choose a good place to cross before you ride through thewater. Look for a spot where the banks are gently sloped on both sides and the bottom ofthe stream is hard. If you are unfamiliar with the area, park the ATV and inspect the streamfirst to find a suitable spot for crossing. When crossing, operate the ATV at a slow, steadyspeed. Be careful not to damage banks when crossing.WARNINGOperating this ATV through deep or fast flowing water could be hazardous.The ATV tires may float losing traction and then loss of control. This could lead toan accident.Never operate this ATV in fast flowing water or in water deeper than described inthis section. Remember that wet brakes may reduce the stopping ability. Testyour brakes after leaving the water. If necessary, apply the brakes several timesto let friction dry out the linings.CAUTIONOperating the ATV in water, sand, or mud causes rapid brake wear.Excessive brake wear could cause the brakes to be less effective.After repeated operation of the ATV in these conditions, bring it to yourauthorized service center to have the brakes inspected and cleaned.