2014 Kawasaki KFX50 Owners Manual - Page 85

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84 SAFE OPERATION Descending Hills Slow down or stop at the top of a hill so you can pick a safe path for descent where you can clearly see far enough ahead to avoid any obstacles. j WARNING HAZARD Going down a hill improperly. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause ATV to overturn. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always follow proper procedures for going down hills as described in this manual. Note: a special technique is required when braking as you go down a hill. Always check the terrain carefully before you start down any hill. Shift your weight backward. Never go down a hill at high speed. Avoid going down a hill at an angle that would cause the vehicle to lean sharply to one side. Go straight down the hill where possible. Normally you should descend straight down a hill, since riding at an angle could cause the vehicle to lean to one side and possibly tip over. Sit back on the seat and brace yourself by straightening your arms. Hold your speed down by keeping the throttle closed. Apply the brakes as necessary. Avoid excessive use of the front brake; it could cause the vehicle to overturn. Be careful if the surface is loose; the tires may skid and braking effectiveness will be reduced.

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84
SAFE OPERATION
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Descending Hills
Slow down or stop at the top of a hill so you can
pick a safe path for descent where you can clearly
see far enough ahead to avoid any obstacles.
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Going down a hill improperly.
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Could cause loss of control or cause ATV to
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Always follow proper procedures for going
down hills as described in this manual. Note:
a special technique is required when braking
as you go down a hill.
Always check the terrain carefully before you
start down any hill.
Shift your weight backward.
Never go down a hill at high speed.
Avoid going down a hill at an angle that
would cause the vehicle to lean sharply to
one side.
Go straight down the hill where
possible.
Normally you should descend straight down a hill,
since riding at an angle could cause the vehicle to
lean to one side and possibly tip over. Sit back on
the seat and brace yourself by straightening your
arms. Hold your speed down by keeping the throt-
tle closed. Apply the brakes as necessary. Avoid
excessive use of the front brake; it could cause the
vehicle to overturn. Be careful if the surface is loose;
the tires may skid and braking effectiveness will be
reduced.