VESPA LX 125 i.e., Manual

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sively aggressive cornering can cause your motorscooterâs tires to lose traction,
which can result in an upset and serious injury or even death.
Always observe posted and statutory speed limits, but do not assume that you can
ride as fast as the speed limit allows under all road conditions. Slowing down a little
can greatly increase your safety under all road conditions. Do not ride your motor-
scooter off road. Do not tamper with the muffler system or the emission control system
of your motorscooter. This is not only bad for the environment, it can subject you to
serious penalties.
Clothing
Before riding the scooter, make sure that your riding clothing is in good conditions.
Helmet shall be worn in adequate manner, and glasses or any other eye protection,
shall be clean. Research and experience showed that very often other vehicles' drivers
do not see motorbike riders. To increase your visibility, wear light-reflecting clothing,
such as a jacket or clothes (jacket, gloves, trousers...) with reflecting inserts. Pay
special attention to the approaching cars and lorries that could be about to turn left.
Many accidents motorbikes are involved into are caused by car drivers coming from
the opposite direction not signalling to the bike rider their intention to turn left.
Inevitably, car driver will see the biker, but he will swear not to have seen him before
turning and cutting in on him. Be careful! Wear protective clothing, preferably in brilliant
colours and/or light-reflecting. You will thus be more visible to other drivers/riders, and
you will reduce the possibility of being knocked, and be more protected in case of
accident. Always wear helmet. Many accidents are fatal due to severe head injuries.
Additional riding gear
In addition to a helmet and eye protection, we also recommend:
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Sturdy boots with non-slip soles to help protect your feet and ankles.
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Leather gloves to keep your hands warm and help prevent blisters, cuts,
burns and bruises.
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