Safe Riding Recommendation For Motorcycle Riders - Suzuki VS1400 Owner's Manual

• Certain accessories displace the rider
from his or her normal riding position .
This limits the freedom of movement of
the rider and may limit rider's control abil­
ity.
• Additional electrical accessories may
overload the existing electrical system.
Severe overloads may damage the wiring
harness or create a dangerous situation
due to the loss of electrical power during
the operation of the motorcycle .
• When carrying a load on the motorcycle
mount it as low as possible and as close
as possible to the machine . An improp ­
erly mounted load can create a high cen ­
ter of gravity which is very dangerous and
makes the motorcycle difficult to handle.
The size of the "load" can also affect the
aerodyn amics and handling of the motor­
cycle. Balance the load between the right
and left sides of the motorcycle and fas ­
ten it securely.
MODIFICATION
Modification of the motorcycle, or removal of
original equipment may render the vehicle
unsafe or illegal.
SAFE RIDING RECOMMENDATION FOR
MOTORCYCLE RIDERS
Motorcycle riding is great fun and an excit­
ing sport. Motorcycle riding also requires
that some extra precautions be taken to
ensure the safety of the rider and passen­
ger. These precautions are:
WEAR A HELMET
Motorcycle safety equipment starts with a
quality helmet. One of the most serious inju ­
ries that can happen is a head injury.
ALWAYS wear a properly approved helmet.
You should also wear suitable eye protec ­
tion.
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RIDING APPAREL
Loose, fancy clothing can be uncomfortable
nd unsafe when riding your motorcycle.
Choose good quality motorcycle riding
apparel when riding your motorcycle.
INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING
Review thoroughly the instructions in the
IN SPECTION BEFORE RIDING section of
this manual. Do not forget to perform an
entire safety inspection to ensure the safety
of the rider and its passenger.
FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE
MOTORCYCLE
Your riding skill and your mechanical knowl ­
edge form the foundation for safe riding
practices. We suggest that you practice
riding your motorcycle in a non-traffic situa ­
tion until you are thorough ly familiar with
your machine and its controls. Remember
practice makes perfect.
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KNOW YOUR LIMITS
Ride within the boundaries of your own skill
at all times. Knowing these limits and stay­
ing within them will help you to avoid acci­
dents.
BE EXTRA SAFETY CONSCIOUS ON BAD
WEATHER DAYS
Riding on bad weather days, especially wet
ones requires extra caution . Braking dis­
tances double on a rainy day. Stay off of the
painted surface marks, manhole covers and
greasy appearing areas as they can be
especially slippery. Use extreme caution at
railway crossings and on metal gratings and
bridges. Whenever in doubt about road con ­
dition, slow down!