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How to Ride the Motorcycle
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CONSIDERATIONS FOR HIGH SPEED OPERATION
WARNING:
This Triumph
motorcycle
should
be
operated within the legal speed limits
for the particular road travelled.
Operating a motorcycle at high
speeds can be potentially dangerous
since the time available to react to
given traffic situations is greatly
reduced as road speed increases.
Always
reduce
speed
in
consideration of weather and traffic
conditions.
WARNING: Only operate this
Triumph motorcycle at high
speed in closed-course on-road
competition or on closed course race
tracks. High speed operation should
only then be attempted by riders who
have
been
instructed
in
the
techniques necessary for high speed
riding and are familiar with the
motorcycle’s characteristics in all
conditions.
High speed operation in any other
circumstances is dangerous and will
lead to loss of motorcycle control and
an accident.
WARNING: The items listed
are extremely important and
must never be neglected. A problem
which may not be noticed at normal
operating speeds may be greatly
exaggerated at high speeds.
WARNING:
The handling
characteristics
of
a
motorcycle at high speed may vary
from those you are familiar with at
legal road speeds. Do not attempt
high speed operation unless you have
received sufficient training and have
the required skills as a serious
accident may result from incorrect
operation.
Steering
Check that the handlebar turns smoothly
without excessive free play or tight spots.
Ensure that the control cables do not restrict
the steering in any way.
Luggage:
Make certain that any luggage containers
are closed, locked and securely fitted to the
motorcycle.
Brakes
Check that the front and rear brakes are
functioning properly.
Tyres
High speed operation is hard on tyres, and
good tyres are crucial for riding safely.
Examine their overall condition, inflate to the
correct pressure (when the tyres are cold),
and check the wheel balance. Securely fit
the valve caps after checking tyre
pressures. Observe the information given in
maintenance and specification sections on
tyre checking and tyre safety.
