Ÿ While riding, sit in a comfortable position
with your legs close to fuel tank.
Ÿ For stopping vehicle, use both brakes
simultaneously, keeping throttle in the close
position.
Ÿ Give way to others on the road and signal
before you take a turn.
Ÿ Take care of loose/hanging clothes while
solo/pillion riding.
Do's:
Ÿ Always conduct simple pre-ride inspection
(page17).
Ÿ Always wear a helmet (ISI marked) with
chin strap securely fastened and insist on a
helmet for your pillion rider.
Ÿ Ride defensively and at a steady speed
(between 40-50 km/hr).
Ÿ Respect road signs and obey traffic rules for
your own safety and that of others on the
road (page 49).
Ÿ During night time, dip headlamps of your
vehicle for oncoming traffic, or when
following another vehicle.
Ÿ To make yourself more visible, wear bright
reflective clothing that fits well.
Ÿ Get your vehicle serviced regularly by the
Authorised Hero MotoCorp workshop.
Ÿ Do not cross the continuous white/ yellow
line in the center of the road, while
overtaking.
Ÿ Never take your hands off the steering
handle while riding.
Ÿ Never shift gears without disengaging
the clutch and closing the throttle.
Ÿ Concentrate on the road and avoid talking
to the pillion rider or others on the road.
Ÿ Never touch any part of the hot exhaust
system like muffler.
Ÿ Do not litter the road.
Ÿ Never ride under the influence of alcohol or
drugs.
Ÿ Do not attach large or heavy items to the
handlebars, front forks, or fenders.
Don't
Ÿ Never use cell phone while riding the
vehicle.
Ÿ Avoid sudden acceleration, braking and
turning your vehicle.
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