VESPA LXV 125 3V ie 2013, Manual

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Safe driving
WARNING
SOME SIMPLE TIPS ARE PROVIDED BELOW WHICH WILL ENABLE YOU TO
USE YOUR VEHICLE ON A DAILY BASIS MORE EASILY AND SAFELY. <
Your ability and your knowledge of the vehicle form the basis of safe riding. We rec-
ommend trying out the vehicle in traffic-free zones to get to know your vehicle
completely.
ALWAYS RIDE WITHIN YOUR LIMITS
1. Before riding off, remember to put the helmet on and fasten it correctly.
2. Reduce speed on rough roads and ride with caution.
3. Remember that after riding on a long stretch of wet road without using the brakes,
braking can be poor at the beginning. Under these conditions, it is a good idea to
operate the brakes from time to time.
4. Do not brake hard on wet, unsurfaced or slippery roads.
5. If you have to brake, use both brakes in order to spread the braking action between
both wheels.
6. Avoid riding off by mounting the scooter when it is resting on its support. In any case,
the rear wheel should not be turning when it comes into contact with the ground, in
order to avoid abrupt departures.
7. If the vehicle is used on roads covered with sand, mud, snow mixed with salt, etc.,
clean brake discs frequently with a mild detergent in order to avoid the formation of
abrasive substances in the holes, which could result in early wear of the brake pads.
8. Remember that any change that modifies the vehicle's performance, such as tam-
pering with original structural parts, renders the vehicle not conforming to the approved
type and therefore dangerous to ride.
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