Can-Am SPYDER RT Series 2020, Original Instructions Manual

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RIDING GEAR
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SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Other Riding Gear
Footwear
Always wear closed toe footwear.
Sturdy over-the-ankle boots protect
against a variety of riding hazards,
such as stones that get thrown up from
the roadway and burns from the hot
exhaust pipe.
Avoid long shoelaces that can be tan-
gled in the gearshift lever, brake pedal
or other parts. Rubber soles and low
heels are a good idea to help keep feet
on the footrests.
Gloves
Full-fingered gloves protect hands from
the wind, sun, heat, cold and flying ob-
jects. Gloves that fit snugly will improve
grip on the handlebar and help reduce
hand fatigue. Sturdy, reinforced motor-
cycle gloves help protect hands in the
event of a fall. Gloves made specifi-
cally for motorcyclists have seams on
the outside to prevent irritation, and are
curved to provide a natural grip when
curled around the handgrips. If gloves
are too bulky, it may be difficult to op-
erate the controls. Gauntlets keep cold
air from going up sleeves and protect
the wrists.
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Jackets, Pants and Riding Suits
Wear a jacket and long pants, or a full
riding suit. Quality motorcycle-type pro-
tective gear will provide comfort, and it
can help you avoid being distracted by
adverse environmental elements. In
case of a crash, good quality protec-
tive gear made of sturdy material may
prevent or reduce injury. Some gear in-
cludes padding or hard armor that may
further reduce the risk of injury in a
crash. Pants also help protect against
burns from hot parts.
Protective gear sold for motorcycling
will often provide the best combination
of fit and protection. These garments
are designed to fit while sitting in a
riding position. They are cut longer
in the sleeves and legs and are fuller
across the shoulders. Riding suits are
available in both one-piece and two-
piece sets.
Leather is a good choice because
it is durable and wind-resistant and
provides protection against injury.
Other
abrasive-resistant protective
gear made of synthetic fabrics are
good choices, too. Do not wear loose
or long clothing or scarves that can
become tangled in the moving parts.
Flaps and fasteners seal out the wind.
A jacket with a zippered front will be
more wind resistant than a jacket with
buttons or snaps. A flap of material over
the zipper of a jacket gives additional
protection against the wind. Jackets
with snug cuffs and waist are recom-
mended to keep wind from blowing in. A
large, loose collar can flap when riding
and may irritate skin or be a distraction.
In cool-weather riding, protect yourself
against hypothermia. Hypothermia, a
condition of low body temperature, can