Univex Sportsman 700 EFI Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
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OPERATION
Driving Safely
Sidehilling
WARNING
Improperly crossing hills or turn ing on hills can result in loss of
contro l or vehicle ove rturn, resulting in severe injury or death.
Avoid crossing the side of a hill when poss ible. Follow proper
procedures as outlined in the owner’s manual.
Sidehilling can be the most dangerous type of driving encountered and
should be avoided if at all possible. If you do enter into a situation
where sidehilling is necessary, follow these precau tions:
1. Slow down.
2. Lean into the hill, transferring your upper body weight toward the
hill while keeping your feet on the footrests.
3. Steer slightly into the hill to maintain vehicle direction.
NOTE: If the vehicle begins to tip, quickly turn the front wheel
downhill, if possi ble, or dismount on the uphill side
immediately!