LANDOWNER PERMISSION
Written landowner permission is required to operate an OHRV on private property. OHRV Clubs and the Bureau of Trails may obtain verbal permission from landowners for public OHRV trails. OHRV operators must stop and present identification to a landowner when requested to do so.

POSTED LAND AND DUTY OF CARE (215A:34, 212:34)
Landowners are not required to post their property against OHRV use. The absence of signs prohibiting OHRVs does not imply that OHRVs are welcome or allowed.

Landowners are not responsible to keep their land safe for use by others who may hunt, fish, trap, camp, hike, sightsee or operate OHRVs.
 

OPERATION (215-A:6)
Highway Operation OHRVs are not permitted to operate on the traveled portion or within the right-of-way or any public way, including roads, streets, highways, bridges, parking lots, sidewalks or ways that are maintained by any city, town, county, state or federal agency, except when specifically allowed and posted.

Highway Crossings (215-A:6) OHRV crossings may be established across any road except interstate highways, toll roads, and limited access highways.

At all highway crossings, OHRV operators must:
 

· Come to a complete stop before the shoulder of the road.
 

· Yield to all traffic.
 

· Cross at a 90 degree angle
 

· Possess a valid driver's license or OHRV Safety Certificate.


For more information, visit the NH Fish and Game site at: http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/OHRV/ohrv.htm

Bogie Wheels

The first snowmachines that came to Alaska had bogie wheels inside the
track. A snowmachine track is similar to a truck tire. The truck tire is
held in shape by air pressure. The older snowmachine track is held open
by springs, bogie wheels, and rails.

Bogie wheel suspension is good because it causes the track to fit the
contour of the trail, keeping as much of the track in contact with the
trail as possible, increasing the surface area that is exerting
friction. However, bogie wheels represent a lot of springs, bearings,
and other moving parts that need maintenance. There aren't many machines
left that use them.
 

Pre-Season Check List
Well, the season drawing closer and falls approaching, it's time to
start checking out our snowmobiles to ensure proper operation. Check
with your operators manual for special instructions regarding
adjustments, lubrication, follow all safety suggestions. Fall is a good
time for maintenance, you can take your time to ensure you covered
everything. Once the snow starts to fly you'll be ready to go. Below is
a simple check list to look over prior to riding.
#1 BRAKES Check proper setting, free operation, and look for worn
brakes.
#2 CLUTCH Check lubrication
#3 CHAIN Check lubrication and examine chain tension
#4 TRACK Examine for broken cleats, loose or torn drive holes, and ply
separation. Check alignment.
#5 SKIS Check alignment and examine for loose weld joints, or loose or
worn out wear rods.
#6 IGNITION Check sparks plugs, carburetor-fuel, replacement of fuel
filter and check fittings.
#7 DRIVE BELT Check for wear and cracks. Measure old belt and compare to
specifications.
#8 LIGHTS Replace burned out bulbs, apply brakes and check stoplights.
#9 SPARE PARTS/TOOLS Pack lights bulbs, spare belt, tools (pliers,
adjustable wrench, screwdrivers) and starter pull rope.
#10 WHEELS Check wheel condition and lubrication, axel wheels and
bearings. Look for loose nuts and bolts, broken welds and springs.
Don't forget your trailer Make sure the tires are in good shape (check
the spare also), and wheel bearings are greased. Check all the lights
and connections. Carry a few extra bulbs and parts to be safe.
Take your owners manual, emergency survival kit, siphon hose, duck tape,
tow rope, extra bogie wheel.
Then get out there and RIDE!!!