What should you do to prevent tipping forward when going downhill?

Leaning back while going downhill on a snowmobile effectively helps to maintain balance and stability. This action shifts your center of gravity toward the rear of the machine, which counters the natural tendency to tip forward due to the slope's incline and the acceleration of the descent. By leaning back, the rider can better control the snowmobile, reducing the risk of losing traction and ensuring a safer ride.

Focusing on other actions such as accelerating, pulling the throttle, or standing up straight could negatively impact stability. Accelerating or pulling the throttle tends to increase speed, which may make it more difficult to control the snowmobile on a downhill slope. Standing up straight does not provide the necessary rearward weight shift that leaning back achieves, leaving the rider at risk of tipping forward. Therefore, leaning back is the most effective way to prevent tipping when navigating downhill on a snowmobile.