Triumph Speed Triple R, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Foreword - Safety First
9
Wobble/Weave
A weave is a relatively slow oscillation of
the rear of the motorcycle, while a
wobble is a rapid, possibly strong
shaking of the handlebar. These are
related but distinct stability problems
usually caused by excessive weight in
the wrong place, or by a mechanical
problem such as worn or loose bearings
or under-inflated or unevenly worn tires.
Your solution to both situations is the
same. Keep a firm hold on the
handlebars without locking arms or
fighting the steering. Smoothly ease off
the throttle to slow gradually. Do not
apply the brakes, and do not accelerate
to try to stop the wobble or weave. In
some cases, it helps to shift your body
weight forward by leaning over the tank.
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Handlebars and Footrests
Warning
Ensure that you know and respect the
rules of the road. Read and observe
publications such as 'MOTORCYCLE
SAFETY', 'YOU AND YOUR
MOTORCYCLE, RIDING TIPS' and also
read and become familiar with the
contents of the MOTORCYCLE
HANDBOOK for your state.
Caution
This Triumph motorcycle is not
equipped with spark arresters.
Operation in forests, brush or grass
areas may violate state and local laws
and regulations.
Warning
The rider must maintain control of the
vehicle by keeping hands on the
handlebars at all times.
The handling and stability of a
motorcycle will be adversely affected if
the rider removes his hands from the
handlebars, resulting in loss of
motorcycle control and an accident.
Warning
The rider and passenger must always
use the footrests provided, during
operation of the vehicle.
By using the footrests, both rider and
passenger will reduce the risk of
inadvertent contact with any
motorcycle components and will also
reduce the risk of injury from
entrapment of clothing.
Warning
The bank angle indicators must not be
used as a guide to how far the
motorcycle may be safely banked.
This depends on many various
conditions including, but not limited to,
road surface, tire condition and
weather.
Banking to an unsafe angle may cause
instability, loss of motorcycle control
and an accident.