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Operation, Turning the vehicle – Polaris Sportsman 9922245 User Manual

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OPERATION

Turning the Vehicle

Your ATV is equipped with a

solid rear axle, which drives

both rear wheels equally at all

times. This means that the

wheel on the outside of the turn

must travel a greater distance

than the inside wheel when

turning and the inside tire must

slip traction slightly.
To turn, steer in the direction of

the turn, leaning your upper

body to the inside of the turn

while supporting your weight

on the outer footrest. This tech-

nique alters the balance of trac-

tion between the rear wheels,

allowing the turn to be made

smoothly. The same leaning

technique should be used for

turning in reverse.
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.