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Nate_450R

10-28-2006, 09:28 PM

yeah so i can find the balancing point, and keep it going for a while. the problem is that i run out of gear. so i have had people tell me they ride strait through all 5 or 6 gears depending on what they ride. anyways, my question is...how? i cant seem to be able to get out of 1st (or 2nd if thats what i start in). any suggestions? how does the quad react when shifting while up? any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. thanks


jdenny400ex

10-28-2006, 11:38 PM

man i ride a 400 and if you have found the balance point you shouldnt be running it out in 1st or 2nd, you should be able to just play with the throttle and keep it right on balance, but if you want to shift gears u need to find that balance point and go a little past it and then shift in time enough so the front end wont come down on you. man try riding a wheelie up an incline, not a very big one but it is easier that way, i think, it easier to balance it. then when you get that down you should be able to do them on a flat area no problem.


10-29-2006, 01:18 AM

if you are in the ballance point you can shift easy but i dont you got it if you cant shift

just go back alittle farther and do a quick shift

you will get it ;)


csimp3

10-29-2006, 01:47 PM

hey, im not sayin your not a bp (balance point), but if you are you should be able to keep it at one speed, maybe rock it back a little further and walk it with the rear brake, but if you go just past bp and use the brake, you should be able to slow a wheelie down to whatever speed you want, or even a stop, practice practice practice, oh and i dont know of your sitting, but if you put your left foot on the grab bar it makes it alot easier to learn bp, but you cant shift from there, but you will get alot more comfortable with the feeling of being at bp, and try to 12 o'clock it a couple times, then youll know exactly how far you can go


krt400ex

10-29-2006, 04:36 PM

Originally posted by Kickstarts_Suck
if you are in the ballance point you can shift easy but i dont you got it if you cant shift

just go back alittle farther and do a quick shift

you will get it ;)

ya without the clutch. ..it takes too long if u use the clutch...i can go from 2nd all the way to 5th with my front end off the ground


10-29-2006, 04:40 PM

Originally posted by krt400ex
ya without the clutch...it takes too long if u use the clutch...i can go from 2nd all the way to 5th with my front end off the ground

i use the clutch, you just have to be fast with it;) i start in 2nd and go to 5th


krt400ex

10-29-2006, 05:49 PM

Originally posted by Kickstarts_Suck
i use the clutch, you just have to be fast with it;) i start in 2nd and go to 5th

wow, ur good...i can't do it with the clutch...


10-29-2006, 07:42 PM

Originally posted by krt400ex
wow, ur good...i can't do it with the clutch...

just keep trying you can do it


400exfan19

10-29-2006, 08:12 PM

ya, its takes alot of practice to shift in a wheelie with the clutch. i just stay in 1st or 2nd


Nate_450R

10-29-2006, 08:57 PM

ok so i have no classes or work tomarrow so you know what im gonna be doing. practice practice practice. so nobody ever explained what the bike does when you do shift. does it raise back up further? or stay or go down? and whats a 12 o'clock?


10-29-2006, 09:01 PM

Originally posted by Nate_450R
ok so i have no classes or work tomarrow so you know what im gonna be doing. practice practice practice. so nobody ever explained what the bike does when you do shift. does it raise back up further? or stay or go down? and whats a 12 o'clock?

depends on how much gas you give it after the shift, you have to practice to know

a 12 o clock is just going all the way back and hitting the grab bar


Nate_450R

10-29-2006, 09:14 PM

alright sounds good...im gonna have this down by tomarrow evening. im not trying to make excuses but another thing thats giving me trouble is the twist throttle. its like riding a whole new quad. im getting it changed back to the thumb throttle ASAP. but im starting to get the hang of the twist. its just a little harder to hold on withought twisting when your pulled up in a wheelie. but im gonna get it.


10-29-2006, 09:30 PM

Originally posted by Nate_450R
alright sounds good...im gonna have this down by tomarrow evening. im not trying to make excuses but another thing thats giving me trouble is the twist throttle. its like riding a whole new quad. im getting it changed back to the thumb throttle ASAP. but im starting to get the hang of the twist. its just a little harder to hold on withought twisting when your pulled up in a wheelie. but im gonna get it.

yea i take my twist off when i do alot a "stuntin"


Nate_450R

10-29-2006, 09:37 PM

it was on there when i bought it and the previous owner still has the thumb throttle for it. he works on the river boat and is suppossed to be getting back any day now. then im hoping he will get it dropped off. are they hard to switch back and forth between twist and thumb? i really like the twist when im just out riding on flat ground. but i was thinking about selling it. if you know anyone who wants one.


10-29-2006, 10:01 PM

Originally posted by Nate_450R
it was on there when i bought it and the previous owner still has the thumb throttle for it. he works on the river boat and is suppossed to be getting back any day now. then im hoping he will get it dropped off. are they hard to switch back and forth between twist and thumb? i really like the twist when im just out riding on flat ground. but i was thinking about selling it. if you know anyone who wants one.

no its really easy to switch them around

just loosen it off the bars and unsrew it from your carb


csimp3

10-29-2006, 10:05 PM

the power change wont be overwelming when you shift, it may go up or down, youll just have to compensate with either gas or brakes, and since it kinda sound like your new to this, remember one thing, the rear brake is your best friend when doing wheelies, but for me 12 o'clocking my quad a couple fo times gave me such a good feeling about how far back i could go, and its really easy to do with a foot in the grab bar, good luck!


Nate_450R

10-29-2006, 10:17 PM

yeah i have been riding 4-wheelers since i could walk but this is my first sport quad. im not too bad with my foot in the grab bar. ill go out tomarrow and try it out. i appreciate the help. thanks.


pit/wood

10-31-2006, 06:31 AM

High-speed wheelies are a blast.

In my opinion you have to be up on the pegs to have control at speed.

You can practice a clutchless shift with all your wheels on the ground, by simply accelerating in first gear and preloading the shifter upward(put pressure on it only while accecerating) all you have to do is blip the throttle(let off it and then peg it) and you are the next gear. The same works for a down shift. To decellerate using the engine for a brake,push down on the shifter after letting off the throttle,blip it once or twice to get to the lower gear you want then peg it.

When my wheels are up I try to use only the lower end of my rpm range,you have better control off the engines torque there,that is what keeps you up. That means you are sort of shifting early compared to flat ground acceleration.

The exception is when you get up to speed, 45 -55 or so I guess, being up on the pegs your body becomes a sail at that speed. I found that if I push alot more wind in carharts than ridin gear. if you reach those speeds you will feel it and you can wind out the rpm,s a bit then.

Have fun with that guys.


rooster_20

10-31-2006, 11:32 AM

Yea I agree fifth gear wheelies are awesome! I love it when the wind keeps you up its great. You can feel it pushing under your quad, on a windy day it can get crazy when you wheelie by coal trucks!


Kaleigh

11-03-2006, 02:13 PM

it took me awhile to learn to shift gear while doin wheelies.. I find once the front end is high enough(when you feel it getting light) then you can shift.. be careful not to give it to much gas when after you shift.. I find if you at around MID level in the power band it is the best point any higher I found its hard for me to shift.. when you get good enough you can downshift too ^_^/// keep practicing and you might be as good as me.


Nate_450R

12-01-2006, 11:12 PM

just a little update... im shifting through 1st-3rd with no problem now. i would go further but i dont have room in the yard withought hitting fields and it getting too rough to keep up. i havent been able to stand up and ride them yet only because i still have the twist throttle on and i cant seem to hang on with all my weight pulling backwords and still be able to controll the throttle correctly. but im working on that. thanks again guys for the help.
Nate


staysblazed

12-21-2006, 06:16 PM

Put the bike in the air at around close to 12 oclock, a little higher than 11. Squeeze the clutch, shift and give it gas. When you shift, you will hear the click. The bike will drop down for a second, but you wont let that happen by giving it gas. If you give it too much gas ease onto the bak brake to bring you down a bit. I was confused many years ago how it was done...now its second nature. I whellie for blocks now. How many blocks you got?????


Nate_450R

12-21-2006, 10:30 PM

yeah i dont have any blocks, i dont live in town. all i have are fields and gravel roads. the roads are too curvy to go real far on and the fields can get a little rough. but oh well.


Kaleigh

12-24-2006, 10:38 AM

when you shift through gears.. if you're not at a high rpm its easier to shift.. and if you're at the balance point its even easier.. I usually shift like I was going for a nice smooth cruise to the trails..

if your rpm is to high it makes it hard to shift.. so you go past the balance point and do a coaster then shift while in a coaster.. Coasters are great for downshifting..


exrider2001red

01-10-2007, 07:09 PM

i think its so much easier just to stand on the pegs and start off in fourth but shifting trought the gears is fun just put it up to the balance point and shift


JLanphear

01-12-2007, 09:56 AM

Bring it to the higher part of the balance point, and while it's on it's way up pull in the clutch, and shift as you normally would. Release the clutch rather quickly, but smoothly while providing a little bit of throttle.

Use the clutch....it wouldn't be there if you weren't supposed to.


tgreenz400

04-27-2007, 06:31 PM

i just tried that this week and its pretty easy,if you can ride slow wheelies.since i have a z with out motor mods...and i dont weigh much i cant wheelie past 3rd, so i just do one in 2nd...find a good balance point with low rpms then slowly go thru the gears all the way to 5;)


Nate_450R

04-30-2007, 10:30 PM

yeah its no problem now. what 6 months since my last post on this thread and its just second nature now. but, this standing up thing gets me. i just have a hard time holding it while standing. more of a personal thing. i know where i need it and i can get it there but i just cant make myself keep it up there...ill have to work on that. it helps to have a buddy riding with you showing you up day after day...it seems to constantly push you a little further each time.


csr250r

05-01-2007, 05:22 PM

i never use the clutch, best thing is to find your balance point in a low as gear as u can and kinda rock it by pressing the throttle slightly and letting off till you are about out of rpms then shift and do the same until you feel uncofortable or run out of gears haha, if u start doin long wheelies make sure ur tire pressure is the same in the rears haha dont wanna end up in the ditch.

if u have enough power u can pull up while standing up at a higher rate of speed and practically never find the balance point as long as u keep shifting and dont run out of rpms.
(keep in mind that i ride 2 stroke)


wideopen4life

10-03-2007, 08:17 PM

im ridin a 93 300ex and i can go 1st through 5th gear you just have to get it right below the balancing point when you shift or it will pop you back on the grab bar. i did that goin into 5th gear from 4th tapped on the gravel road and slammed the grab bar into the dirt. scary stuff...


kfxracer

10-08-2007, 07:29 PM

yeah I use the clutch, but don't pull it in all the way. It ain't nothing for me to rev out in 5th gear in a wheelie! I scare the sh*t out of my dad when we go ridin. We'll be cruisin along in 2nd, then all the sudden I pull it up and take off leaving him in my dust through all 5 gears! LOL Once, you learn to do it, it's like instinct, but does differ from quad to quad!


Drewltr450

10-28-2007, 08:01 PM

on my ltr i can go from1st to 5th i just use one finger on the clutch and once i get it up in 1st and i run out of gear i shift normally and by the time the quad is at about 10 o'clock im out of gear again once i get it into fifth i can ride for as long as i want unless i let it to far down in the front and dont have enough torgue to bring it back up


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bens250ex

01-10-2011, 11:17 PM

i recently got a dirtbike and would like to try using a thumb throttle on it. its a 02 kx250, anybody know what thumb throttle set up would work for the swap?


slightlybent47

01-10-2011, 11:58 PM

Don’t do it man!!!!! You’ll wind up on your ***!!!!!


bens250ex

01-11-2011, 08:18 AM

i have a hand deformation so i need to try it..it can be reversed back to twist if it doesn't work for me so its worth a try.


133tmf

01-11-2011, 10:13 AM

i used a reg honda 450r throttle and cable , works great i love it ! mine was a kx250f tho


deathman53

01-11-2011, 10:41 AM

250r throttle and motion pro cable for a 38 a/s or 39 pwk carb


slightlybent47

01-11-2011, 01:21 PM

Originally posted by bens250ex
i have a hand deformation so i need to try it..it can be reversed back to twist if it doesn't work for me so its worth a try.

Ok then if that’s the case then give it a try you may like it. but there is a reason why bikes have a twisty and not a thumb. I tried it once and I spent more time on the ground then I did on the bike.lol


ricksmx865

01-11-2011, 03:58 PM

I did it on my yz250f with a terry cable throttle assembly and yfz450 cable

then just removed the push cable and plugged the hole in the carb.

It worked good.. but was just a short term solution so i could ride with a cast, alot faster on the twist once you get used to it


BlaineKaiser450

01-11-2011, 07:46 PM

I put a Honda throttle on my Kawi. Took like 10 minutes and works perfect

http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t227/BlaineKaiser450/thumbthrottle001.jpg


eastside 400

01-12-2011, 04:02 PM

i dont get why you would crash more with a thumb throttle. i tried riding my crf with the twist and hated it, went the thumb throttle and no problems since. if you can get used to the twist then i would keep it but it just didnt feel right after using thumb throttles forever


bens250ex

01-12-2011, 07:13 PM

i have used twist throttles alot and i am comfortable on them with normal riding, but on the track it is different story so hopefully the thumb throttle will help me be able to improve track wise. thanks for all the input when i get it together i will let ya'll know how it feels


BlaineKaiser450

01-13-2011, 09:06 PM

Twists are better on trails, but on the track, I cant live without a thumb. You'll like it. It acctually helped me add a lot of control in the air, I dunno why though haa


440racer66

01-13-2011, 10:19 PM

Originally posted by BlaineKaiser450
Twists are better on trails, but on the track, I cant live without a thumb. You'll like it. It acctually helped me add a lot of control in the air, I dunno why though haa

yeah i can ride my yz through the trails fine but i cant get used to hitting bumps and holdin my arm still i will be sticking my yfz throttle on my bike and getting a 400ex throttle for my yfz


slightlybent47

01-13-2011, 11:45 PM

The biggest problem I had with the thumb throttle on the two wheeler is if I was close to the tank and turning a right hand corner. I would hit the throttle with my leg and I may or may not have a grip on the clutch and end up on my ***. And any time I was up on the tank I found it harder to get on the throttle. I also found it hard to stay smooth in ruts with the thumb throttle. May be it’s just me but I didn’t like it. But hay if you have a hand problem and a thumb throttle will help you then that’s the way to go, it may work better for you, and if that keeps you riding that’s all that counts. Ride with caution till you get use to it and watch out for the things I mentioned.Good luck with it.


bens250ex

01-16-2011, 03:17 PM

is a 400ex thumb throttle the same as a 250r?


99_300ex

01-16-2011, 04:24 PM

Ya I think pretty much all Honda's thumb throttles are the same


ZRider400

01-16-2011, 04:28 PM

i run a 400ex throttle with trx450r cable on all my dirtbikes...works great! dont listen to anyone saying it wont work..if you like thumb, do what you are comfortable with. . you will learn to ride the bike even faster!


BlaineKaiser450

01-16-2011, 04:50 PM

Originally posted by ZRider400
i run a 400ex throttle with trx450r cable on all my dirtbikes...works great! dont listen to anyone saying it wont work..if you like thumb, do what you are comfortable with.. you will learn to ride the bike even faster! Exactly. I gained at least 10 seconds a lap with a thumb, and that is not a guess, my dad timed me. Granted, I am pretty slow on a bike haha. I know for a fact that a Trx450r throttle and cable works for the conversion with no modding.

Is it possible to but a thumb throttle off of a 450r on a fuel injected bike?


atveric132

01-16-2011, 07:30 PM

Originally posted by BlaineKaiser450
I put a Honda throttle on my Kawi. Took like 10 minutes and works perfect

http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t227/BlaineKaiser450/thumbthrottle001. jpg

Wht honda cable and thumb throttle did you use?? wht year is your bike??


BlaineKaiser450

01-16-2011, 07:46 PM

Originally posted by atveric132
Wht honda cable and thumb throttle did you use?? wht year is your bike?? 2004 trx450r and my bike is a 2006 kx250f


atveric132

01-16-2011, 07:57 PM

so same setup should work on an 08???


BlaineKaiser450

01-16-2011, 08:08 PM

It should, I dont see why not


eastside 400

01-16-2011, 09:13 PM

the honda throttle and cable should work on all newer 4 stroke bikes, the cable will most likely not work on a 2 stroke due to the carb being different, but all modern 4 strokes use the FCR carb


ridehonda400ex

01-17-2011, 06:47 AM

I wouldnt use nothing but a twist throttle. I bought my quad with one and will never switch back. I feel like i have more control with all my fingers on the bars and i feel much faster with it. But that is my opinion


bens250ex

01-17-2011, 10:40 AM

Originally posted by deathman53
250r throttle and motion pro cable for a 38 a/s or 39 pwk carb

still a bit confused on which will work. . will a 400ex throttle work with the cable for the 38/39?


hondaracer_34

01-17-2011, 01:58 PM

BlaineKaiser450...

How do you like the power on the kx250f? I've been throwing around the idea of getting a bike.


BlaineKaiser450

01-17-2011, 02:34 PM

Originally posted by hondaracer_34
BlaineKaiser450...

How do you like the power on the kx250f? I've been throwing around the idea of getting a bike. Its motor is stock and it has more power than my built trx450r motor. I can wheelie out of any corner I want depending on where I sit. Its awesome. I would definatly reccomend a Kawi like mine. It's really easy to work on, has great power and suspension, and overall, its just a blast to ride!


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ATV handling: how to drive an ATV

ATV riding techniques could be the subject of a full book. In the same article, we want to reveal to you the basics of safe riding. At first glance, there is nothing complicated in driving ATVs - you just need to steer and enjoy riding.

ON THE WAVES

When driving over bumps, for example, those of the "wave" type, the driver must change his position all the time. So, when approaching an obstacle, you must shift your body back, otherwise you can hit the obstacle with your wheels. When driving over a bump, you need to move the body back forward, thus preventing excessive separation of the front wheels, i.e. rearing up the ATV. Then, when the rear wheels come off the ground, you need to move back again, otherwise you can fall out of the saddle, hitting your knees on the steering wheel.

WHAT THE STANDS ARE

  1. The middle stance is used when moving in a straight line. The legs need to be slightly bent at the knees, relax the back and arms, spread the arms to the side.
  2. When accelerating, going uphill, and to load the front wheels, use the front strut.
  3. When braking, going downhill and in order to load the rear axle when slipping in the mud has begun, it is necessary to take the rear stand.
  4. When riding an ATV, it is wrong to stand on straight legs, strain your back and lean on your hands. With such a stance, you will receive strong shock loads on the body, and when moving over obstacles, you can even fall out.

Moving in a straight line at low speeds (up to 40 km/h), you can afford to relax. But at higher speeds or when passing sharp turns and slopes, the driver must move very actively. Indeed, due to the high center of gravity, short wheelbase and small width, ATVs are very prone to rollovers. In addition, if the motorcycle flies separately from the motorcyclist during falls, then the ATV most often covers the driver. Therefore, in order for ATV riding not to end with serious injuries, it is necessary to study the driving rules and strictly follow them.

HANDS FREE

ATV rider's weight is an important factor that affects machine handling. By shifting their weight, the driver can unload or load the front or rear of the ATV, thus compensating for centrifugal forces.

The first rule you need to learn is that when riding an ATV, you need to relax your arms. When driving, the driver can always let go of his hands, because his legs are holding him in the saddle. As the speed increases, the load on the legs also increases.

Conventionally, three racks are distinguished. The middle stance is used when driving in a straight line without turning. When opening the gas, the body must be moved forward to unload the hands. Thus, the front strut is obtained. When braking and closing the gas, the body, on the contrary, must be moved back, i.e. take a back seat. By the way, the word "stand" comes from the word "stand", and this name is not accidental. When actively riding an ATV, you do not have to sit. Standing on an ATV lowers your center of gravity. After all, there is a huge difference between the weight on a high saddle and the weight on the footrests. And the effect of moving the body in a standing position is much greater than from fidgeting back and forth on the saddle.

LAWS OF PHYSICS

When going through a turn on a motorcycle, it is tilted inward, thus struggling with centrifugal force. But you can't do that with a quad bike. Therefore, it is necessary to use the weight of the driver. The main rule here is to always transfer the weight inside the turn. Moreover, it is necessary not only to tilt your shoulders. It is necessary to hang the entire body, including the fifth point. Only the shin and knee hold on to the saddle. Of course, if you turn at minimum speed, then you can limit yourself to turning the steering wheel.

NATURAL SHOCK ABSORBERS

The correct stance is characterized by slightly bent knees, elbows set apart, and a slightly arched and relaxed back. Why not stand on straight legs or keep your back straight and tense? Because bent knees allow you to absorb shock coming from uneven terrain. By the way, the force of these blows is sometimes quite enough to knock the driver out of the saddle. A straight tense back under such conditions can lead to injury to the intervertebral discs and even a compression fracture of the spine. Yes, and the internal organs with the wrong fit will have a hard time.

Active ATV riding requires good physical shape. So, in quad schools, the duration of the lesson does not exceed an hour, and at the end of the lesson, students can literally be squeezed out. And riding an ATV off-road is also an activity worthy of training in the gym.

NO JUMP

When riding non-sport ATVs, it is best to avoid jumping. Firstly, this way you can break the ATV. Secondly, in order to safely perform such tricks, the ATV motor must have high-torque and fast response to the throttle. If, nevertheless, the jump could not be avoided, then it is necessary to land in the middle stance, but be ready to move to the back. When the wheels touch the ground, you need to slightly open the gas. It is better not to use four-wheel drive when jumping.

SEE THE GOAL

Every time you ride an ATV, you need to practice looking into the distance. This is necessary to develop the habit of evaluating the trajectory of movement in advance. Beginners often do not have time to track the road, and at some point they are not ready to perform adequate actions. And another, very predictable obstacle, can become a problem for them.

MOVING ON SLOPES

When moving along a slope, it is necessary to move the body in the direction opposite to the slope. On the steepest sections, full overhang should be used, such as when cornering at speed.

  • Top picture. Incorrect position - the driver has shifted his weight in the direction of a possible rollover of the ATV.
  • Bottom picture. Incorrect body position - only the driver's shoulders are shifted towards the slope. From this weight is not shifted at all.

HILL CLIMB

Before you start climbing, you need to pick up speed. Then the resulting inertia will allow you to smoothly drive into the steepness. If you suddenly open the gas directly on the rise, the ATV may tip over. Climbing should be in the most forward stance and on medium gas. If the incline is too steep, the ATV may roll backward when the throttle is released. In this case, you should not brake with the front axle, not the rear. If the ATV starts to roll over, you can try to jump to the side, but this acrobatic stunt is unlikely to succeed.

WHERE WE TURN, THERE WE LEAN

If the driver moves his torso out of the turn, then his centrifugal forces will pull him to the outer radius, and in order to stay in the saddle, he will need to firmly grip the steering wheel. At the same time, the ATV will definitely try to roll over. To avoid such an unpleasant situation, it is always necessary to remember a simple rule - to shift the body only in the direction of rotation. Those. if we turn to the left, then we shift the body to the left side, and vice versa.

GOING DOWN

Descents must be made in the C-pillar. In this case, the arms must be extended and slightly bent at the elbows. There is no emphasis on the hands, you can even let them go, holding on with your feet. The steeper the descent, the more the driver must move the body back. The lower photos show the consequences of a descent in an incorrect landing. The main mistakes - the driver shifted the weight forward and pressed his hands to the body.

How to drive an ATV | How to ride an ATV, controls

  • ATV riding, controls, gear shifting
  • Where to start?
  • Safety regulations
  • Basic driving
  • Main controls
  • How to start
  • How to turn safely
  • Gearshift
  • Ascent and descent
  • Riding on slopes
  • How to brake
  • Useful tips

ATV riding, controls, gear shifting.

ATVs (all-terrain vehicles) are compact and versatile vehicles. They are used for extreme recreation and sports competitions. They can effortlessly ride off-road and rough terrain. Wide wheels and a powerful engine make it easy to overcome dirt roads, potholes, ravines and slopes. Many summer residents, hunters and fishermen prefer to travel on ATVs. They can carry goods. In winter, they replace snowmobiles. A trip on such motor vehicles brings a lot of pleasant emotions. However, quad biking is an extreme form of transportation. And it is better to do it with professional instructors of the QuadRider club. Unlike motorcycles and other vehicles, they have a short wheelbase, narrow width and high center of gravity. Improper driving often leads to rollovers. Important to know how to drive an ATV correctly to avoid dangerous accidents. Appropriate training and compliance with driving rules is a guarantee of safety not only for drivers, but also for pedestrians.

Before driving an ATV, you must do the following:

  1. Purchase equipment: helmet, gloves, goggles, special suit and shoes. For driving in the cold season, you will need thermal underwear. Accessories should be practical and comfortable. You can buy them in specialized stores. Wearing protective gear greatly reduces the chance of injury.
  2. Complete appropriate training and obtain an A1 category driver's license. You can learn how to operate an ATV in special schools. After passing the exam, future quad bikers are given a license.

Operating a vehicle without a license and skills is fraught with serious injuries and large fines.

Safety Instructions

  1. Before riding, put on protective equipment and check the ATV for proper operation.
  2. Follow instructions and instructions from instructors.
  3. Ride on unfamiliar terrain at low speed.
  4. Avoid steep slopes, bumps and slippery road surfaces without sufficient experience.
  5. To prevent the engine from stalling when climbing a hill, maintain a steady speed.
  6. To avoid skidding and skidding on ice or other slippery surfaces, drive slowly.
  7. Before turning around, make sure there are no other road users or obstacles in the vicinity.
  8. Keep your hands on the handlebars and your feet on the footrests while riding.
  9. Do not carry passengers without sufficient experience.

Strictly prohibited:

  • ride without a helmet or goggles;
  • drunk driving;
  • deliberately run into obstacles;
  • drive onto a roadbed intended for motor vehicles;
  • remove your feet from the footrests, hanging them outside the ATV;
  • ignore instructors' recommendations;
  • drive an ATV before the age of 16.
  • to overtake the column in front;
  • while driving, touch the wheels, pulley, drive and other moving parts;
  • shift gears while driving.

Basic driving

The rider's weight has a big impact on the handling of the ATV. Centrifugal forces are compensated by transferring body weight to the rear or front of the vehicle. Quads are a powerful technique, prone to tipping over and slipping. Wrong driving can cost lives. In this regard, it is necessary not only to know0126 how to ride a quad bike , but also to learn the basic rack.

When riding an ATV standing up, it is easier to avoid tipping over. There are 3 main stances common among ATVs. Each of them is used in certain situations.

  1. Front - for loading the front axle, climbing hills and gaining speed. Tilt the body forward as much as possible and bend the knees slightly.
  2. Medium - used when driving in a straight line. The back and arms are relaxed, the legs are also slightly bent at the knees. The arms are slightly bent and turned outward.
  3. Rear - is used for braking, loading the rear wheels and descending a mountain. The body is maximally fed back, and the head is tilted towards the steering wheel. Extend arms and legs.

A dangerous stance option is a tense back and straight legs. In this position, the body cannot absorb shocks and shocks. The spine and joints are subjected to enormous loads. In this situation, control over transport worsens.

Main controls

The main ATV controls are located on the steering wheel. On the right handle are: throttle trigger, differential lock switch (2WD / 4WD / LOCK) and fuse. On all-wheel drive, cargo transportation, off-road driving and slippery roads are usually carried out. The differential lock ensures the synchronous rotation of the wheels. On the left side of the steering wheel is the ignition switch, engine start button, headlight switch and horn button.

How to start

Sit in a correct and comfortable position on the ATV. Place your feet on the footrests and place your hands on the handlebars. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to the "ON" mark. Then depress the brake pedal and the electric starter button. Hold the starter button for 5 seconds until the engine starts.

When the motor starts, let it run for 1 minute. In the cold season, warm it up for about 5 minutes. Before you start driving, make sure that there are no obstacles in the way (other vehicles and pedestrians). To move off, shift the gearbox to overdrive H. Release the brake pedal and gently press the gas trigger with your right thumb until you reach the desired speed.

How to turn safely

Slow down on curves and turns. Turn as far as possible. Entering the turn, lean your whole body and lower body into the turn. If you turn right, shift your body weight to the right. If you turn left, lean your whole body to the left side. In this way, you will avoid falling and overturning the ATV.

Gear change

Correct gear shifting and ATV should be carried out after it has come to a complete stop. Release the throttle lever and press the brake pedal. Move the gearshift lever to the desired position. The selected gear indicator should light up on the instrument panel. The gear lever must be in the "H" (normal high gear) or "L" (extreme low gear) position. The "R" mode is used for reverse.

Ascent and descent

Pick up speed before entering the hillock. Drive only in a straight line. Move your body forward. Maintain a smooth speed after opening the throttle. Don't lose your vigilance. Try not to drive on hills, the angle of which exceeds 25 °. Climbing a hillock or a steep slope, do not step on the gas abruptly. Drive at medium engine speeds. If the ATV begins to roll backwards while climbing a hill, get up and apply the front brake. In this case, it is not necessary to use the engine power and the rear brake. If the quad has stopped, apply the rear brake and move the gear lever to park. Put the handcuff on the transport, turn around manually and try to repeat the ascent to the hillock again. To descend, take a back stance and bend your elbows slightly. Shift into low gear. To avoid tipping over, apply both front and rear brakes at the same time. Do it smoothly. Do not press the gas trigger when descending. Do not change the set trajectory of movement.

Hillside driving

You need to drive down the slope in low gear, moving the body towards the top of the hill. Hang your body completely on the steepest slopes. On the slopes, you can not brake sharply and pick up speed sharply. If the slope is slippery and steep, try to take a different path.

How to brake

Start braking well in advance before coming to a complete stop. To slow down, release the throttle. ATVs stop quickly. But in an emergency, press the foot pedal or brake lever. Stop on a level, level surface. After stopping, shift into neutral. This will help to avoid unforeseen situations when disembarking from the vehicle.

Useful tips

After learning how to ride the ATV, learn how to drive on flat terrain without obstacles and other moving vehicles. Make sure the brakes are working at low speed when starting, turning and stopping. At first, try to avoid jumps and high speeds. Also, avoid jumping when riding a sports ATV. With a sufficiently high power, quadrics cannot accelerate much.


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