Yamaha Virago XV125S, Owner'S Manual

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Motorcycles are fascinating vehicles, which can give you an unsurpassed feeling of power and
freedom. However, they also impose certain limits, which you must accept; even the best
motorcycle does not ignore the laws of physics.
Regular care and maintenance are essential for preserving your motorcycle’s value and operat-
ing condition. Moreover, what is true for the motorcycle is also true for the rider: good perfor-
mance depends on being in good shape. Riding under the influence of medication, drugs and
alcohol is, of course, out of the question. Motorcycle riders - more than car drivers - must
always be at their mental and physical best. Under the influence of even small amounts of
alcohol, there is a tendency to take dangerous risks.
Protective clothing is as essential for the motorcycle rider as seat belts are for car drivers and
passengers. Always wear a complete motorcycle suit (whether made of leather or tear-resistant
synthetic materials with protectors), sturdy boots, motorcycle gloves and a properly fitting hel-
met. Optimum protective wear, however, should not encourage carelessness. Though full-cov-
erage helmets and suits, in particular, create an illusion of total safety and protection, motorcy-
clists will always be vulnerable. Riders who lack critical self-control run the risk of going too
fast and are apt to take chances. This is even more dangerous in wet weather. The good motor-
cyclist rides safely, predictably and defensively - avoiding all dangers, including those caused
by others.
Enjoy your ride!
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