User's Manual

How to Ride the Motorcycle
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Warning
When descending a long, steep
gradient or mountain pass, make use
of the engine's braking effect by down
changing and use both front and rear
brakes intermittently. Continuous
brake application or use of the rear
brake only can overheat the brakes
and reduce their effectiveness leading
to loss of motorcycle control and an
accident.
Warning
Riding with your foot on the brake
pedal or your hands on the brake lever
may actuate the brake light, giving a
false indication to other road users. It
may also overheat the brake, reducing
braking effectiveness leading to loss
of motorcycle control and an accident.
Warning
Do not coast with the engine switched
off, and do not tow the motorcycle.
The transmission is pressure-
lubricated only when the engine is
running. Inadequate lubrication may
cause damage or seizure of the
transmission, which can lead to
sudden loss of motorcycle control and
an accident.
Warning
When using the motorcycle on loose,
wet, or muddy roads, braking
effectiveness will be reduced by dust,
mud or moisture collecting on the
brakes. Always brake earlier in these
conditions to ensure brake surfaces
are cleaned by the braking action.
Riding the motorcycle with brakes
contaminated with dust, mud or
moisture may cause loss of
motorcycle control and an accident.
Caution
Due to the nature of the partially
integrated braking system, any
attempts to spin the rear wheel whilst
the front brake is applied (Burnout)
will cause damage to the braking
system and drivetrain.