Shifting; Braking - Honda CG125 Fan Owner's Manual

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Shifting

Proper shifting can prevent damaging the engine and
transmission.
Upshifting
The upper limit speed of each gear is shown in gear
range (page 16).
Upshift to a higher gear before exceeding the upper
limit speed.
Upshifting at speeds higher than the upper limit speed
can cause damage to the engine.
Downshifting
Downshifting at speeds higher than those in the table
below may overrev the engine and can cause damage
to the engine and transmission.
Follow the table below when downshifting the gears.
Downshifting Acceptable Speed
5th → 4th
95 km/h (59 mph) or less
4th → 3rd
75 km/h (47 mph) or less
3rd → 2nd
55 km/h (34 mph) or less
2nd → 1st
30 km/h (19 mph) or less

Braking

For normal braking, apply both the brake pedal and lever
while downshifting to match your road speed. For
maximum braking, close the throttle and firmly apply the
pedal and lever; pull in the clutch lever before coming to
a complete stop to prevent stalling the engine.
Important safety reminders
• Independent operation of only the brake lever or
brake pedal reduces stopping performance.
• Extreme application of the brake controls may cause
wheel lock, reducing control of the motorcycle.
• When possible, reduce speed or brake before
entering a turn; closing the throttle or braking in
mid-turn may cause wheel slip. Wheel slip will reduce
control of the motorcycle.
• When riding in wet or rainy conditions, or on loose
surfaces, the ability to maneuver and stop will be
reduced. All of your actions should be smooth under
these conditions. Rapid acceleration, braking or
turning may cause loss of control. For your safety,
exercise extreme caution when braking, accelerating
or turning.
• When descending a long, steep grade, use engine
compression braking by downshifting, with intermittent
use of both brakes. Continuous brake application can
overheat the brakes and reduce their effectiveness.
• Riding with your foot resting on the brake pedal or
your hand on the brake lever may actuate the
stoplight, giving a false indication to other drivers. It
may also overheat the brakes, reducing effectiveness.
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