Triumph XCX, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Foreword – Safety First
7
Fuel and Exhaust Fumes Helmet and Clothing
Warning
PETROL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE:
Always turn off the engine when
refuelling.
Do not refuel or open the fuel filler cap
while smoking or in the vicinity of any
open (naked) flame.
Take care not to spill any petrol on the
engine, exhaust pipes or silencers
when refuelling.
If petrol is swallowed, inhaled or
allowed to get into the eyes, seek
immediate medical attention.
Spillage on the skin should be
immediately washed off with soap and
water and clothing contaminated with
petrol should immediately be removed.
Burns and other serious skin
conditions may result from contact
with petrol.
Warning
Never start your engine or let it run
for any length of time in a closed area.
The exhaust fumes are poisonous and
may cause loss of consciousness and
death within a short time. Always
operate your motorcycle in the open-
air or in an area with adequate
ventilation.
Warning
When riding the motorcycle, both rider
and passenger must always wear a
motorcycle helmet, boots, eye
protection, gloves, trousers (close
fitting around the knee and ankle) and
a brightly coloured jacket. Brightly
coloured clothing will considerably
increase a rider's (or passenger's)
visibility to other operators of road
vehicles. Although full protection is
not possible, wearing correct
protective clothing can reduce the risk
of injury when riding.
Warning
A helmet is one of the most important
pieces of riding gear as it offers
protection against head injuries. You
and your passenger's helmet should
be carefully chosen and should fit you
or your passenger's head comfortably
and securely. A brightly coloured
helmet will increase a rider's (or
passenger's) visibility to other
operators of road vehicles.
An open face helmet offers some
protection in an accident though a full
face helmet will offer more.
Always wear a visor or approved
goggles to help vision and to protect
your eyes.
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