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SPECIAL SITUATIONS REQUIRE
SPECIAL CARE
Windy day
When riding in a strong crosswind,
which can occur at the entrance to a
tunnel, on a bridge, or when passing or
being passed by large trucks, the
motorcycle may be blown by the cross-
wind.
Control your speed, and grip the han-
dlebars firmly when riding.
Rainy day, Snowy day
• When the road surface is wet, loose,
or rough, you should brake with care.
Braking distances increase on a rainy
day. Stay off the painted surface
marks, manhole covers, and greasy-
appearing areas, as they can be
especially slippery. Use extra caution
at railway crossings and on metal
gratings and bridges. When it starts
to rain, any oil or grease on the road
rises to the surface of the water. Pull
over and wait a few minutes until this
oil film is washed away before riding.
Whenever in doubt about road condi-
tions, slow down!
• Slow down before entering corners.
In these situations, the traction avail-
able between your tires and the road
surface is limited. When you’re
leaned over in a corner, avoid brak-
ing. Straighten up before braking.
WARNING
Sudden side winds, which can occur
when being passed by larger vehi-
cles, at tunnel exits or in hilly areas,
can cause you to lose control of the
motorcycle.
Reduce your speed and be alert to
the possibility of sudden side winds.
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