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Braking
Slow down in time, change down to use the engine brake,
then apply both brakes. Pull in the clutch lever before the
motorcycle comes to a stop to prevent the engine stalling.
Warning
Use both the brake lever and the brake pedal for
effective braking. Using only one of the brakes will give
you less braking power. Never use the brake controls
harshly or suddenly as you may lock the wheels and lose
control of the motorcycle. When riding in the rain or on
slippery surfaces, braking capacity is significantly reduced.
Always use the brakes very gently and carefully when
riding under these conditions. Any sudden manoeuvres
may lead to loss of control.
When riding down long, steep downhill slopes, change
down to use engine braking. Apply the brakes intermittently
for brief periods only. Keeping the brakes applied
continuously causes the friction material to overheat and
dangerously reduces braking effectiveness. Under-inflated
tyres reduce braking efficiency and may adversely affect
handling and road-holding on bends.
