WHAT'S DIFFERENT ABOUT THE SPYDER R OADSTER
Width
Because the Spyder roadster is wider
than a typical motorcycle:
– Keep the front wheels in your lane
during turns. Be particularly aware
of where your front wheels are in
curves and when passing. If you
take a path tha t would put a motor-
cycle front wheel near the edge of
the lane, the Spyder roadster front
wheel may be out of the lane.
– Do not share lanes or split lanes
(ride between two lanes of traffic).
Group riding should proceed in a sin-
gle file, even with motorcycles .
– B e prepared to swerve farther to
avoid obstacles.
Reverse
R
The Spyder roadster operates in re-
verse like a car. However, there are
some important differences:
– The backup lights turn on when it is
in reverse. Be aware that other mo-
torists might not know that you are
about to back up.
– If necessary, have the passenger
dismount if your visibility is limited.
– Remember that the front is wider
than the rear. Do not back up too
close to objects or you may hit them
with the front tires.
– Keep your speed low and do not
back up for long distances.
– W hen possible, park so that you
do
not have to back out of the parking
space.
– SM 6 model: Shift back into first
gear before shutting off t
he engine.
CAUTION Always keep both
feet on the peg s while o
perating in
reverse. Never put your feet on the
ground while backing-up.
Driver's License and Local
Laws
Driver's license requirements for op-
erating the Spyder roadster vary by
location. Depending on local laws, you
may need a motorcycle endorsement,
three-wheeled vehicle endorsement,
or just a standard automobile driver's
license.
Check with local authorities to mak e
sure you have the proper license be-
fore op erating the ve hicle on pub lic
roads.
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