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Caution
- Always start the vehicle from 1st gear, and make the
starting process as slow and smooth as possible.
- Shift gears prior to reaching the engine redline RPM.
- Do not downshift gears too quickly into the redline RPM
range as this may cause damage to the engine by over-
revving the engine.
- Operate at speeds under the legal limit.
Brake Usage
· Use the front and rear brake simultaneously for
maximum braking power.
·Avoid unnecessary sudden braking.
Caution
·If you only use the front or rear brake, the motorcycle may
become upset and a crash could result.
·When riding in rain or on wet road avoid sudden braking.
Accidents can occur, slow down and brake cautiously.
·Avoid repeated braking / dragging the brake as this can
overheat the brake system causing the brake to fade and lose
braking power.
Engine Brake
The engine can work as a brake as you decelerate using the
throttle. Additionally, downshifting can further slow the motorcycle.
Be careful not to over- rev the engine during downshifts. Engine
braking in conjunction with conventional braking will deliver the
maximum braking force possible.
Caution
When the motorcycle is running near the redline RPM, do
not downshift to a lower gear, this will cause damage to the
engine and transmission system; and even cause shaking of
the rear section of the motorcycle.