RIDING INSTRUCTIONS 8
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8.5
Applying the brakes
Warning
Danger of accidents
Excessively forceful application of the brakes blocks the wheels.
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Adjust application of the brakes to the respective riding situation and riding surface conditions.
Warning
Danger of accidents
A spongy pressure point on the front or rear brake reduces braking efficiency.
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Check the brake system and do not continue riding until the problem is eliminated. (Your authorized GAS-
GAS Motorcycles workshop will be glad to help.)
Warning
Danger of accidents
Moisture and dirt impair the brake system.
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Brake carefully several times to dry out and remove dirt from the brake linings and the brake discs.
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On sandy, wet, or slippery surfaces, use the rear brake mostly if possible.
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Always finish braking before you go into a bend. Change down to a lower gear appropriate to your road speed.
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Use the braking effect of the engine on long downhill stretches. Change down one or two gears, but do not over-rev the
engine. You will have to apply the brakes far less frequently as a result and the brake system will not overheat.
8.6
Stopping, parking
Warning
Risk of misappropriation
People who act without authorization endanger themselves and others.
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Do not leave the vehicle unattended if the engine is running.
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Protect the vehicle against access by unauthorized persons.
Warning
Danger of burns
Some vehicle components become very hot when the vehicle is operated.
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Do not touch any parts such as the exhaust system, radiator, engine, shock absorber, or brake system before
the vehicle parts have cooled down.
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Let the vehicle parts cool down before you perform any work on the vehicle.
Note
Fire hazard
Hot vehicle components pose a fire hazard and explosion risk.
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Do not park the vehicle near to materials which are highly flammable or explosive.
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Allow the vehicle to cool down before covering it.
Note
Material damage
The vehicle may be damaged by incorrect procedure when parking.
Significant damage may be caused if the vehicle rolls away or falls over.
The components for parking the vehicle are designed only for the weight of the vehicle.
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Park the vehicle on a firm and level surface.
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Ensure that nobody sits on the vehicle when the vehicle is parked on a stand.
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Apply the brakes on the motorcycle.
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Shift the transmission to neutral position.
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Press and hold the stop button
while the engine is idling until the engine stops.
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Turn the knurled screw on the fuel tap all the way clockwise.
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Rest the vehicle on the plug-in stand.
