Braking
To slow or stop, apply the front brake and rear
brake smoothly, while down shifting to match
your speed. Gradually increase braking as you
feel the brakes slowing your speed. To prevent
stalling the engine, pull the clutch lever in before
coming to a complete stop. For support, put your
left foot down first, then your right foot when
you are through using the rear brake.
For maximum braking, close the throttle and
firmly apply the front brake lever and rear brake
pedal controls.
Applying the brakes too hard may cause the
wheels to lock and slide, reducing control of your
motorcycle. If this happens, release the brake
controls, steer straight ahead until you regain
control, then reapply the brakes more gently.
Generally, reduce your speed or complete
braking before beginning a turn. Avoid braking
or closing the throttle quickly while turning.
Either action may cause one or both wheels to
slip. Any wheel slip will reduce your control of
your motorcycle.
When riding in wet or raining conditions, or on
loose surfaces, the ability to maneuver and stop
will be reduced. All of your actions should be
smooth under these conditions. Rapid
acceleration, braking, or turning may cause loss
of control. For your safety, exercise extreme
caution when braking, accelerating, or turning.
When descending a long, steep grade, use engine
compression braking by downshifting, with
intermittent use of both brakes.
When you brake to a stop, pull the clutch lever in
before stopping completely to prevent stalling
the engine. For support, put your left foot on the
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ground first, then your right foot when you’re
through braking.
Parking
Lower the side stand to support your motorcycle.
If you’re through riding for the day, also turn the
fuel valve OFF. Always choose a level place to
park.
Post-ride Inspection
When you return home after riding thoroughly
clean your motorcycle and remove any dirt, mud,
brush, rocks or other objects you may have
picked up along the way.
After cleaning, carefully inspect your motorcycle
for leaks or damage.
Be sure to lubricate the drive chain to prevent
rusting.
Break-in Guidelines
Help assure your motorcycle’s future reliability
and performance by paying extra attention to
how you ride during the first operating day or 15
miles (25 km).
During this period, avoid full-throttle starts and
rapid acceleration.
This same procedure should be followed each
time when:
.
piston is replaced
. piston rings are replaced
. cylinder is replaced
. crankshaft or crank bearings are replaced
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