Triumph Speed 400 - Page 70

HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE
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WARNING
When descending a long, steep
gradient or mountain pass, make use
of the engine's braking effect by down
shifting and use both front and rear
brakes intermittently.
Continuous brake application or use of
the rear brake only can overheat the
brakes and reduce their effectiveness.
Failure to follow the advice above
may lead to loss of motorcycle control
which could result in serious injury or
death.
WARNING
Riding with your foot on the brake
pedal or your hands on the brake lever
may actuate the brake light, giving a
false indication to other road users.
It may also overheat the brake,
reducing braking effectiveness.
Failure to follow the advice above
may lead to loss of motorcycle control
which could result in serious injury or
death.
WARNING
Do not coast with the engine switched
off, and do not tow the motorcycle.
The transmission is pressure
lubricated only when the engine is
running.
Inadequate lubrication may cause
damage or seizure of the transmission,
leading to loss of motorcycle control
which could result in serious injury or
death.
WARNING
When using the motorcycle on
loose, wet or muddy roads, braking
effectiveness will be reduced by dust,
mud or moisture collecting on the
brakes.
Always brake earlier in these
conditions to make sure that brake
surfaces are cleaned by the braking
action.
Riding the motorcycle with brakes
contaminated with dust, mud
or moisture may lead to loss of
motorcycle control which could result
in serious injury or death.
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1. Front brake lever (Scrambler 400 X
shown)
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