Braking - Honda NT650 Owner's Manual

BRAKING

1. For normal braking, gradually apply
both front and rear brakes while
downshifting to suit your road speed.
2. For maximum deceleration, close the
throttle and apply the front and rear
brakes firmly. Disengage the clutch
before the motorcycle stops.
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WARNING
* Independent use of only the front or
rear brake
performance. Extreme braking may
cause either
r e d u c i n g c o n t r o l
motorcycle.
* When possible, reduce speed or brake
before entering a t u r n ; closing the
throttle or braking in mid-turn may
cause wheel slip. Wheel slip will reduce
control of the motorcycle.
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reduces stopping
wheel to lock,
o f t h e
* 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. Sudden acceleration,
braking or turning may cause loss of
control. For your safety, exercise
extreme caution
accelerating or turning.
* When descending a long, steep grade,
use engine compression braking by
downshifting, with intermittent use of
both brakes.
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 brakelight, giving
a false indication to other drivers. It
may also overheat the brake, reducing
effectiveness.
when braking,
Continuous brake