APRILIA ATLANTIC 500 Manual page 37

WARNING
Avoid harsh accelerations and slow down
gradually or you might lose control of the
vehicle.
Avoid harsh braking. Slow down and apply
both brakes. Adjust the pressure on the
brakes to decelerate gradually.
Using one brake only reduces braking force
significantly and may lock a wheel resulting
in loss of grip. To stop while riding uphill,
close the throttle and simply use the brakes
to keep the vehicle steady.Using the engine
to keep the vehicle steady may result in
the converter overheating.
WARNING
When approaching a bend, slow down or
brake in good time. Take the bend at steady
speed or accelerate slightly. Late braking
may put the vehicle into a skid.
Use the brakes sparingly when riding
downhill, or the brake lining may overheat
and impair braking efficiency. Use engine
braking and apply both
intermittently. Never ride downhill with the
engine off. When riding on wet or slippery
surfaces (such as snow, ice, mud), slow
down, avoid harsh braking and do not
swerve suddenly to avoid skidding.
Watch for skid hazards and changes in the
road surface. Uneven road surfaces, rails,
inspection covers, painted signals,
construction site metal covers become
slippery in rainy weather and must be
negotiated carefully, smoothly and keeping
the vehicle upright.
brakes
WARNING
Always signal your intention to change lane
or direction in good time using the direction
indicators. Avoid sudden manoeuvres.
Switch off the direction indicators
immediately after changing direction. Be
very careful when overtaking or being
overtaken.
When it rains, large vehicles lift surface
water, which affects visibility. In addition,
the air displacement may make you lose
control of the vehicle.
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