• Drive smoothly & steadily at speed
between 40 and 50 km/h .
• Drive at constant speed; avoid sudden
accelerations & harsh braking as far as
possible. Plan your trips properly with
minimum start-stops.
• Change the gear judiciously according to
the speed requirements. Drive as far as
possible in highest gear.
• Travel as light as possible; do not
overload the vehicle above the specified
payload.
• Stop the engine quickly at the end of the
journey. Avoid excessive idling. For
intermediate stoppages, cut-off the engine
if you want to stop for more than two
minutes.
Fuel Saving Tips
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Vehicle Maintenance (Ensure Following)
• Always wear helmets
while driving or riding.
Your helmets should
confirm to appropriate
standards.
• Read thoroughly the
instructions in this manual and follow them
carefully.
• Avoid unnecessary accessories for the
safety of both rider and other motorists.
• Get familiar and follow traffic rules and
regulations in your states as well as general
traffic signs.
• Familiarize yourself well with starting,
acceleration and braking of the vehicle.
• When applying the brakes, use both front
and rear brakes simultaneously. Applying
only one brake may cause the vehicle to
loose control.
• Riding at proper speed and avoiding
unnecessary acceleration and braking are
important not only for safety and low fuel
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consumption, but also for longer life of the
vehicle.
• During rainy season drive the vehicle more
cautiously. Remember vehicles skid more
easily during light showers.
• Drive cautiously. Start early & reach your
destination safely.
• Always carry vehicle registration and
insurance papers, & a valid driving licence
with you.
• Avoid driving on loose sand or stones
where vehicle is likely to skid.
• Properly wrap-up loose clothes while
driving or riding to avoid entangling in
wheel or other objects on road.
• Always concentrate on riding for safety.
Fuel Check fuel lines and connections for
leakage.
Spark plug Inspect and clean spark plug. Adjust
electrode gap.
Air filter Clean air filter element periodically.
Engine oil Check level. Use recommended oil for
top up or refill.
Brakes Ensure that the brakes are not dragging
/ binding.
Clutch Ensure correct clutch lever play.
Tyre pressure Always maintain the recommended tyre
pressure.
Carburettor Adjust idling speed.
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