How to Ride the Motorcycle
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General
Make sure the motorcycle has been
maintained according to the scheduled
maintenance chart.
Steering
Check that the handlebar turns
smoothly without excessive free play or
tight spots. Make sure 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 tyres that are in good condition are
crucial to 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 the Maintenance and
Specification sections on tyre checking
and tyre safety.
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.
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.
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