•
Exercise caution on
low
traction surfaces.
.....
The
whee
ls
lock more easily on such
surfaces,
and braking
distances
are
longer.
•
Avoid continuous
braking.
.....
Repeated braking,
such
as when
descending
long,
steep
slopes can
seriously
overheat
the brakes, reducing
t
heir effectiveness.
Use
engine
braking
with
intermittent
use
of
the brakes to
reduce speed.
•
For full braking effectiveness, operate
both
the
front
and rear brakes together.
Riding Precautions
I
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
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This
model
is
equipped
w
ith
an Anti-lock Brake
System
(ABS)
designed
to help prevent the
brakes from
locking up
during
hard braking.
•ABS
does
not reduce braking
distance
.
In
certain circumstances, ABS
may result
in a
longer
stopping
distance.
•
ABS
does not function
at speeds
below
6
mph
(10
km/h).
• The brake lever and pedal may recoil
slightly
when
applying the brakes
.
Th is is normal.
• Always use the recomme nded tires to ensure
correct ABS operation.
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Engine Braking
Engine braking helps
slow your
motorcycle
down
w
hen
you release t he throttle. For f urther
slowi ng action, downshift to a
lower
gear. Use
engine braking w ith interm ittent use of the
brakes to red uce speed w
hen
descending long
,
steep
slopes.
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