Polaris Sportsman 550 Touring EPS - Manual (Page 64)

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OPERATION
Driving with a Passenger
1. Never allow anyone under 12 years of age to ride as a passenger on
this 2-up ATV. Make sure any passenger is tall enough to comfort-
ably and safely reach the grab handles and footrests.
2. Do not carry a passenger until you have at least two hours of driving
experience with this vehicle.
3. Make sure the passenger is wearing appropriate riding gear, includ-
ing an approved helmet with a rigid chin guard. See page 8.
4. Perform the pre-ride
inspection. See page 54.
5. Always make sure the
passenger seat is installed
and securely latched
before operating with a
passenger.
6. Lock the parking brake.
7. Mount the vehicle from
the left side. After the
operator is seated, the
passenger should mount
the vehicle from the left
side. Always make sure
the brake is engaged to
ensure the vehicle remains motionless whenever a passenger
mounts or dismounts.
8. Allow a passenger to ride only in the approved passenger seat.
9. Do not carry more than one passenger.
10. Slow down. Control may be more difficult with a passenger on
board. Allow more time and distance for braking.