SAFETY INFORMATION
2-5
2
Aftermarket Tires and Rims
The tires and rims that came with your
motorcycle were designed to match
the performance capabilities and to
provide the best combination of han-
dling, braking, and comfort. Other
tires, rims, sizes, and combinations
may not be appropriate. Refer to page
7-17 for tire specifications and more
information on replacing your tires.
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Further safe-riding points
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Be sure to signal clearly when
making turns.
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Braking can be extremely difficult
on a wet road. Avoid hard brak-
ing, because the scooter could
slide. Apply the brakes slowly
when stopping on a wet surface.
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Slow down as you approach a
corner or turn. Once you have
completed a turn, accelerate
slowly.
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Be careful when passing parked
cars. A driver might not see you
and open a door in your path.
●
Railroad crossings, streetcar
rails, iron plates on road construc-
tion sites, and manhole covers
become extremely slippery when
wet. Slow down and cross them
with caution. Keep the scooter
upright, otherwise it could slide
out from under you.
●
The brake pads could get wet
when you wash the scooter. After
washing the scooter, check the
brakes before riding.
●
Always wear a helmet, gloves,
trousers (tapered around the cuff
and ankle so they do not flap),
and a bright colored jacket.
●
Do not carry too much luggage on
the scooter. An overloaded scoot-
er is unstable. Use a strong cord
to secure any luggage to the car-
rier (if equipped). A loose load will
affect the stability of the scooter
and could divert your attention
from the road. (See page 2-3.)
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