Honda 85RB EXPERT 2006, Owner'S Manual

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Before Riding
Are You Ready to Ride?
Before riding your CR for the first time,we
strongly recommend that you read this owner’s
manual, make sure you understand the safety
messages, and know how to operate the controls.
Before each ride, it’s also important to make sure
you and your CR are both ready to ride.
For information about suspension, carburetor,
and other adjustments for competition, see page
71.
Whether you’re preparing for competition or for
practice, always make sure you are.
• In good physical and mental condition
• Free of alcohol and drugs
• Wearing an approved helmet, eye protection,
and other appropriate riding gear
Although complete protection is not possible,
wearing the proper gear can reduce the chance or
severity of injury when you ride.
WARNING
Not wearing a helmet increases the
chance of serious injury or death in a
crash.
Be sure you always wear a helmet, eye
protection and other protective apparel
when you ride.
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