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down-shift the motorcycle. Release clutch slowly.
6) Down shifting for more power if you want to accelerate
quickly, for example, when passing another vehicle,
down-shifting can often provide more power and faster accelera-
tion.
Caution
• Always start the vehicle from 1st gear, and make the starting
process as slow and smooth as possible.
• Shift gears prior to reaching the engine redline RPM.
• Do not downshift gears too quickly into the redline RPM
range as this may cause damage to the engine by over- revving
the engine.
• Operate at speeds under the legal limit
Brake Usage
Use the front and rear brake simultaneously for maximum
braking power.
Avoid unnecessary sudden braking.
Caution
• If you only use the front or rear brake, the motorcycle may
become upset and a crash could result.
• When riding in rain or on wet road avoid sudden braking.
Accidents can occur, slow down and brake cautiously.
• Avoid repeated braking / dragging the brake as this can
overheat the brake system causing the brake to fade and lose
braking power.
Engine Brake
The engine can work as a brake as you decelerate using the
throttle. Additionally, downshifting can further slow the motor-
cycle. Be careful not to over- rev the engine during downshifts.
Engine braking in conjunction with conventional braking will
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