Braking
For safe riding, it is very important to master the
braking techniques.
1. Close / release the throttle.
2. Hold the vehicle upright as you apply the brake.
3. Progressive application of brake is safer.
4. Never depress the clutch lever while braking at
higher speeds.
5. Apply both the brakes.
6. Riding down hills, while cornering and wet
roads, close the throttle and down shift the
gear to take advantage of gearbox and engine
which acts as an additional brake. This will
avoid loss of control over the vehicle due to
over speed.
Causes for poor braking
1. If the brake shoes / pads or drum / disc are worn
out or if there is water or oil on them, sufficient
friction does not develop and brakes do not
work well.
SAFE RIDING TIPS
SAFE RIDING TIPS
2. Even when the brake works normally, if the
road surface is wet or the tyre surface is
worn-out, tyres do not take a firm hold on the
surface, increasing the stopping distance.
3. Approximately 60% braking effect is from front
brake. Non-usage of front brake causes poor
braking.
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Warning
As the vehicle speed increases, the stopping
distance also increases progressively. Be sure
that, you have sufficient distance between you and
the vehicle or obstruction ahead of you.
Avoid directing the water jet directly towards brake
drums / disc pads during water wash.
Using only the front or rear brake is dangerous and
can cause skidding and loss of control. Apply both
the brakes together and with great care on a
wet road or other slippery surfaces. Any abrupt
braking on slippery or irregular roads can cause loss
of rider control.
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