Safety Information - Baja motorsports Phoenix 250 Owner's Manual

Safety Information

This user's manual contains important safety and maintenance
information. Read it carefully before riding. Failure to follow the
warnings contained in this manual could result in INJURY or DEATH.
ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET
The operator and passenger (if any) of this vehicle should always
wear a helmet approved by agencies such as the Department of
Transportation (DOT), Safety Helmet Council of America (SHCA),
or Snell Memorial Foundation (SNELL). Most motorcycle accident
fatalities are due to head injuries. The operator should also wear face
shields or goggles, boots or closed-toe shoes, gloves and other
appropriate protective clothing.
TAKE TIME TO LEARN AND PRACTICE
Take time to get to know this vehicle. The operator's ability to
operate this motorcycle safely is largely dependent upon the oper-
ator's ability to exercise proper judgement. The operator must be of
sufficient age, understanding, mental capacity, and physical
capability to safely operate this vehicle. This vehicle should only be
operated after sufficient practice in a decongested area. Safe
operation includes responsibility for the safety of a passenger (if
any). We recommend that any inexperienced driver should take
a certified course approved by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation
(MSF).
RIDE DEFENSIVELY
A common accident happens when a car suddenly moves into your
lane. Most motorcycle collisions happen when a car turns left in
front of a motorcycle. Pay extra attention to other vehicles around
you, never expect that they can see you.
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