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SAFETY
Failure to follow recommended precautions and procedures could result in severe injury or death.
Always heed all safety precautions and follow all operation, inspection and maintenance procedures
outlined in this manual.
This owner’s manual contains information that is essential to the safe use and proper
maintenance of your SLINGSHOT vehicle. Anyone who operates the SLINGSHOT vehicle
must read the owner’s manual and all safety labels on the vehicle before operating.
• Anyone who operates the SLINGSHOT vehicle must have a valid driver’s license with a
motorcycle endorsement. Never allow anyone without a valid driver’s license and
motorcycle endorsement to operate this vehicle.
• Never allow anyone under the age of 16 to operate this vehicle.
• Never install a child safety seat in this vehicle. All riders must be tall enough to sit with
backs against the seat, both feet flat on the floor and seat belts properly secured.
• The driver and passenger must wear a full-face DOT-approved helmet, eye protection and
seat belt at all times.
• Always keep hands, arms and feet inside the vehicle at all times.
• Avoid wearing long scarves and clothing that may trail outside the rider compartment.
• Always make sure all cargo and other items in the rider compartment are properly secured
before operating.
• The SLINGSHOT vehicle handles differently than 2-wheel motorcycles and other on-road
vehicles. Read the section in this manual entitled SLINGSHOT Vehicles vs. Other On-
Road Vehicles. See page 39.
• This manual was written in North America, where vehicle operation is in the right driving
lane. You may need to adapt some of the instructions to the driving conditions (such as
left-lane operation) and regulations in your area of operation.
• Carefully read and understand the information found in this Safety section of the owner’s
manual.
• Understand and follow the procedures outlined in the Maintenance section to keep your
vehicle in peak condition on the road or in storage. See page 48.
• Bring this manual with you when you ride. Following the precautions and procedures in
the manual will add to your enjoyment and help keep you riding safely.
• If you lose or damage this manual, you can purchase a new one through any authorized
dealer. The owner’s manual should be considered part of the vehicle and remain with it if
the vehicle is sold. This manual is also available online under the Rider Community link at
www.polaris.com.
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