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Always wear a helmet (ISI marked) with
chin strap securely fastened and insist on a
helmet for your pillion rider.
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Ride defensively and at a steady speed
(between 40-50 km/hr).
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Respect road signs and obey traffic rules for
your own safety and that of others on the
road (page 57).
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During night time, dip headlamps of your
vehicle for oncoming traffic, or when
following another vehicle.
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Always conduct simple pre-ride inspection
(page 19).
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Before riding make sure in which mode you
are riding whether with i3s switch “ON’ or
“OFF”.
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While riding, sit in a comfortable position
with your legs close to fuel tank.
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To stop the vehicle (in IBS), press the rear
brake pedal for the application of front and
rear brakes simultaneously. However, for
more effective braking, use both brakes
simultaneously, keeping throttle in the
closed position.
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Give way to others on the road and signal
before you make a turn.
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To make yourself more visible, wear bright
reflective clothing that fits well.
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Tightly wrap loose/hanging clothes & avoid
entangling with moving parts.
•
Get your vehicle serviced regularly by the
Authorised Hero MotoCorp workshop.
Do's:
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Do not cross the continuous white/yellow
line in the center of the road, while
overtaking.
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Avoid sudden acceleration, braking and
turning of your vehicle.
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Never shift gears without disengaging the
clutch and closing the throttle.
•
Never ride under the influence of alcohol or
drugs.
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Concentrate on the road and avoid talking
to the pillion rider or others on the road.
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Never touch any part of the hot exhaust
system like muffler.
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Do not litter on the road.
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Never take your hands off the steering
handle while riding.
Don't
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Do not attach large or heavy items to the
handlebars, front forks, or fenders.
•
Never use cell phone while riding the
vehicle.
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