Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd.
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DOWNSHIFTING
More higher downshifting speeds may over
load the engine and can cause damage to
the engine and transmission.
BRAKING
Your vehicle is equipped with mechanically-
activated drum brakes. Operating the
brake lever applies the front drum brake.
Depressing the brake pedal applies the rear
drum brake.
Important Safety Reminders:
• Independent operation of only the brake
lever or brake pedal reduces stopping
performance.
• Extreme application of the brake
controls may cause wheel lock, reducing
control of the vehicle.
• When possible, reduce speed or brake
before entering a turn, closing the
throttle or braking in mid-turn may
cause wheel slip. Wheel slip will reduce
control of the vehicle.
• When riding in wet or rainy condition, on
loose surfaces, the ability to maneuver
and stop will be reduced. All of your
conditions, Rapid acceleration, braking
or turning may cause loss of control. For
your safety, exercise extreme caution
when braking, accelerating or turning.
• When descending a long, steep grade,
use engine compression braking by
down-shifting with intermittent use
of both brakes. Continuous brake
application can overheat the brakes and
reduce their effectiveness.
• Riding with your foot resting on the
brake pedal or your hand on the brake
lever may actuate the brake light, giving
a false indication to other drivers; It
may also overheat the brakes, reducing
effectiveness.
