RIDING INSTRUCTIONS 58
7.8Riding downhill
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Warning
Danger of accidents Danger of accidents when riding uphill and downhill.
– Always check the terrain before riding uphill or downhill.
– Never ride on a road or path with an uphill or downhill inclination of more
than 25°.
– Never ride on a road or path that exceeds your riding skills.
– When you come to a standstill, always dismount from the vehicle and turn it.
– Never ride on a road or path with a slippery surface. The vehicle can easily
go out of control and roll over.
Note
Material damage Damage to vehicle after fall or rollover.
– Perform a vehicle check as is done every time before you start to ride.
– Always ride straight up or down a slope and never at a slant.
– Engage a gear with which you can ride all the way down the slope without shifting.
– Shift your body weight to the rear and ride cautiously without opening the throttle.
– Keep your vehicle speed and engine speed as constant as possible.
– Brake by mainly applying the foot brake; the rear wheels should not become locked.