Keep this checklist with you when you ride.

Before you start your machine, check the following:

• Weather forecast, your clothing (to ensure appropriate clothing for weather) and the wind chill factor
• Throttle (it should freely return to the idle or closed position)
• Snowmobile (it should be positioned in a clear space free of people or objects)
• Fuel and battery
• Ski assemblies and rods
• Drive belt
• General mechanical conditions
• Handlebars (they should turn both ways)
• Emergency kit
• Personal items kit
• Safety equipment

Before you begin your ride, check the following:

• Brakes (they should operate freely and smoothly)
• Headlights and taillights
• Emergency switch
• Idle (slowly run your machine for 30 seconds)