Suzuki V-STROM 1050 2022 Manual page 28

• When parking the motorcycle on an
unstable surface such as an incline,
on gravel, on an uneven surface, or
on soft ground is unavoidable, be
careful when leaning or moving it.
 WARNING
The catalytic converter installed in
the muffler heats up to a very high
temperature, and may cause fires if
placed in close proximity to flamma-
ble material when the motorcycle is
parked.
When parking, check that there is no
flammable material such as dry
grass, lumber, paper, or oil in the
vicinity.
 CAUTION
Hot exhaust pipes and mufflers can
cause severe burns. The exhaust
pipe or muffler will be hot enough to
cause burns for some time after
stopping the engine.
Park the motorcycle where pedestri-
ans or children are not likely to touch
the exhaust pipe or muffler.
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