2
Safety information
2-5
Aftermarket Tires and Rims
The tires and rims that came with your
scooter were designed to match the
performance capabilities and to
provide the best combination of
handling, braking and comfort. Other
tires, rims, sizes and combinations
may not be appropriate. Refer to page
7-18 for tire specifications and more
information on replacing your tires.
Transporting the Scooter
Be sure to observe following instruc-
tions before transporting the scooter in
another vehicle.
Remove all loose items from the
scooter.
Point the front wheel straight ahead
on the trailer or in the truck bed, and
choke it in a rail to prevent
movement.
Secure the scooter with tie-downs
or suitable straps that are attached
to solid parts of the scooter, such as
the frame or upper front fork triple
clamp (and not, for example, to
rubber- mounted handlebars or turn
signals, or parts that could break).
Choose the location for the straps
carefully so the straps will not rub
against painted surfaces during
transport.
The suspension should be
compressed somewhat by the
tie-downs, if possible, so that the
scooter will not bounce excessively
during transport.
Further safe-riding points
Be sure to signal clearly when
making turns.
Braking can be extremely difficult
on a wet road. Avoid hard braking,
because the scooter could slide.
Apply the brakes slowly when
stopping on a wet surface.
Slow down as you approach a
corner or turn. Once you have
completed a turn, accelerate
slowly.
Be careful when passing parked
cars. A driver might not see you
and open a door in your path.
Railroad crossings, streetcar rails,
iron plates on road construction
sites, and manhole covers become
extremely slippery when wet. Slow
down and cross them with caution.
Keep the scooter up-right,
otherwise it could slide out from
under you.
The brake pads or linings could get
wet when you wash the scooter.
After washing the scooter, check
the brakes before riding.
To Next Page
Loading...
