Further Safe-Riding Points - Yamaha Cygnus-X XC125 Owner's Manual

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SAFETY INFORMATION
bed, and choke it in a rail to pre-
vent movement.
● Secure the scooter with tie-downs
or suitable straps that are at-
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tached to solid parts of the scoot-
er, such as the frame or upper
front fork triple clamp (and not, for
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example, to rubber-mounted han-
dlebars or turn signals, or parts
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that could break). Choose the
location for the straps carefully
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so the straps will not rub against
painted surfaces during transport.
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The suspension should be com-
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pressed somewhat by the tie-
downs, if possible, so that the
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scooter will not bounce exces-
sively during transport.
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Further safe-riding points

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Be sure to signal clearly when
making turns.
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Braking can be extremely diffi cult
on a wet road. Avoid hard brak-
ing, because the scooter could
slide. Apply the brakes slowly
when stopping on a wet surface.
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● Slow down as you approach
a corner or turn. Once you have
completed a turn, accelerate
slowly.
●
Be careful when passing parked
cars. A driver might not see you
and open a door in your path.
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Railroad crossings, streetcar
rails, iron plates on road con-
struction sites, and manhole
covers become extremely slip-
pery when wet. Slow down and
cross them with caution. Keep the
scooter upright, otherwise it could
slide out from under you.
● The brake pads could get wet
when you wash the scooter. After
washing the scooter, check the
brakes before riding.
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Always wear a helmet, gloves,
trousers (tapered around the cuff
and ankle so they do not flap),
and a bright colored jacket.
● Do not carry too much luggage
on the scooter. An overloaded
scooter is unstable. Use a strong
cord to secure any luggage to
the carrier (if equipped). A loose