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Instruments, Features and Controls
Brakes
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
• Operating with non-recommended tires or improper tire pressure may reduce the effec-
tiveness of the anti-lock brake system. Always use the recommended size and type of tires
specified for your vehicle. Always maintain the recommended tire pressure.
• The anti-lock brake system will not prevent wheel lockup, loss of traction or loss of con-
trol
under all conditions.
Always adhere to all safe motorcycle-riding practices as recom-
mended.
• It is not unusual to leave tire marks on the road surface during a hard braking event.
• The anti-lock brake system does not compensate for or reduce the risks associated with:
• excessive speed
• reduced traction on rough, uneven or loose surfaces
• poor judgment
• improper operation
Front Brake Lever
The front brake lever is located on the right
handlebar. This lever controls only the front
brakes. The front brakes should be applied
simultaneously with the rear brakes.
To apply the front brake, pull the lever
toward the handlebar.
See page 51 for braking procedures.
Front brake lever reach (distance to the hand
grip) is adjustable.
1.
Pull and hold
the lever away from the
hand grip.
2. To increase reach distance, rotate the
adjuster to align a lower number with the
arrow on the lever.
3. To decrease reach distance, rotate the
adjuster to align a higher number with the
arrow on the lever.
Front Brake Lever
Adjuster
Numbers
Arrow on Lever
Pull and hold lever
