2015 Polaris Sportsman Touring 850 SP Owners Manual - Page 61

2015 Polaris Sportsman Touring 850 SP Manual

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OPERATION Turning the Vehicle Both rear wheels drive equally at all times. This means that the outside wheel must travel a greater distance than the inside wheel when turning, and the inside tire must slip traction slightly. 1. Slow down. 2. Never turn quickly when carrying a passenger or cargo. 3. Steer in the direction of the turn. 4. Keep both feet on the footrests. 5. Lean your upper body to the inside of the turn while supporting your weight on the outer footrest. This technique alters the balance of traction between the rear wheels, allowing the turn to be made smoothly. The same leaning technique should be used for turning in reverse. 6. Practice making turns at slow speeds before attempting to turn at faster speeds. WARNING! Turning improperly can result in vehicle overturn. Never turn abruptly or at sharp angles. Never turn at high speeds. 59

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OPERATION
Turning the Vehicle
Both rear wheels drive
equally at all times. This
means that the outside wheel
must travel a greater distance
than the inside wheel when
turning, and the inside tire
must slip traction slightly.
1.
Slow down.
2.
Never turn quickly when
carrying a passenger or
cargo.
3.
Steer in the direction of
the turn.
4.
Keep both feet on the
footrests.
5.
Lean your upper body to the inside of the turn while supporting your
weight on the outer footrest. This technique alters the balance of
traction between the rear wheels, allowing the turn to be made
smoothly. The same leaning technique should be used for turning in
reverse.
6.
Practice making turns at slow speeds before attempting to turn at
faster speeds.
WARNING!
Turning improperly can result in vehicle overturn. Never turn
abruptly or at sharp angles. Never turn at high speeds.