8 PREPARING FOR USE 25
8.1 Advice on first use
Danger
Danger of accidents Danger arising from the rider's judgement being impaired.
– Do not operate the vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, drugs and certain medications or physically or mentally
impaired.
Warning
Risk of injury Missing or poor protective clothing presents an increased safety risk.
– Wear protective clothing (helmet, boots, gloves, pants and jacket with protectors) every time you ride the vehicle. Always
wear protective clothing that is in good condition and meets the legal requirements.
Warning
Danger of crashing Poor vehicle handling due to different tire tread patterns on front and rear wheels.
– The front and rear wheels must be fitted with tires with similar tread patterns to prevent loss of control over the vehicle.
Warning
Danger of accidents Critical riding behavior due to inappropriate riding.
– Adapt your riding speed to the road conditions and your riding ability.
Warning
Danger of accidents Accident risk caused by presence of a passenger.
– Your vehicle is not designed to carry passengers. Do not ride with a passenger.
Warning
Danger of accidents Failure of brake system.
– If the foot brake lever is not released, the brake linings drag continuously. The rear brake may fail due to overheating.
Take your foot off the foot brake lever when you are not braking.
Warning
Danger of accidents Unstable riding behavior.
– Do not exceed the maximum permissible weight and axle loads.
Warning
Risk of misappropriation Usage by unauthorized persons.
– Never leave the vehicle while the engine is running. Secure the vehicle against use by unauthorized persons.
Info
When using your motorcycle, remember that others may feel disturbed by excessive noise.
– Make sure that the pre-delivery inspection work has been carried out by an authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles workshop.
You receive a delivery certificate and the Service and Warranty Booklet at vehicle handover.
– Before your first trip, read the entire Owner's Manual carefully.
– Get to know the controls.
– Adjust the basic position of the clutch lever. ( p. 66)
(FE EU/AU)
– Adjust the free travel of the hand brake lever. ( p. 68)
(FE US)
– Adjust the basic position of the hand brake lever. ( p. 68)
– Adjust the basic position of the foot brake lever. ( p. 73)
– Adjust the basic position of the shift lever. ( p. 94)
– Get used to handling the motorcycle on a suitable piece of land before undertaking a more challenging trip.
Info
When offroad, being accompanied by another person on another vehicle so that you can help each other is
recommended.
– Try also to ride as slowly as possible and in a standing position to get a better feeling for the motorcycle.
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