10 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
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Warning
Danger of accidents
Driving aids can reduce the probability of a fall only within physical limits.
It is not always possible to compensate for extreme riding situations, for example with luggage loaded
with a high center of gravity, varying road surfaces, steep descents or full braking without disengaging
the gear.
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Adapt your riding style to the road conditions and your driving ability.
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When braking, release the throttle and apply the front and rear brakes at the same time.
Info
When the ABS is enabled, maximum braking power can be achieved even with low road grip surfaces
such as sandy, wet, or slippery terrain without locking the wheels.
Warning
Danger of accidents
Banked or laterally sloping ground reduces the maximum possible delay.
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If possible finish braking before going into a bend.
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Always finish the braking before you go into a bend. Shift down to a lower gear appropriate to your speed.
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Use the braking effect of the engine on long downhill stretches. To do so, shift back one or two gears, but do
not overrev the engine. This means that significantly less braking is required and the brake system does not
overheat.
10.8
Stopping, parking
Warning
Risk of injury
People who act without authorization endanger themselves and others.
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Do not leave the vehicle unattended if the engine is running.
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Protect the vehicle against access by unauthorized persons.
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Lock the steering and remove the ignition key if you leave the vehicle unattended.
Warning
Danger of burns
Some vehicle components become very hot when the vehicle is operated.
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Do not touch any parts such as the exhaust system, radiator, engine, shock absorber, or brake system
before the vehicle parts have cooled down.
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Let the vehicle parts cool down before you perform any work on the vehicle.
Note
Material damage
The vehicle may be damaged by incorrect procedure when parking.
Significant damage may be caused if the vehicle rolls away or falls over.
The components for parking the vehicle are designed only for the weight of the vehicle.
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Park the vehicle on a firm and level surface.
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Ensure that nobody sits on the vehicle when the vehicle is parked on a stand.
Note
Fire hazard
Hot vehicle components pose a fire hazard and explosion risk.
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Do not park the vehicle near to materials which are highly flammable or explosive.
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Allow the vehicle to cool down before covering it.
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Apply the brakes on the motorcycle.
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Shift the transmission into neutral .