Note On Tampering - MV Agusta Brutale 800 Owner's Manual

2.1.3. NOTE ON TAMPERING

Tampering with the noise control system is pro-
hibited. In particular, federal law prohibits the fol-
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lowing acts:
1. The removal or rendering inoperative, other
than for purposes of maintenance, repair, or
replacement, of any device or element of
design incorporated into any new vehicle for the
purpose of noise control prior to its sale or deliv-
ery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use.
2. The use of the vehicle after such device or ele-
ment of design has been removed or rendered
inoperative.
Acts presumed to constitute tampering include:
1. The removal or piercing of the exhaust
silencer, the diaphragm, the manifolds, the cat-
alytic converter or any other components
involved in the transmission of exhaust gases.
2. The removal or piercing of any part of the
intake system.
SAFETY INFORMATION
3. Poor maintenance.
4. The replacement of any movable parts of the
vehicle or of any intake or exhaust compo-
nents with parts or components other than
those prescribed by the manufacturer.
NOTE
Never ride your motorcycle with a defective muf-
fler. This will effect not only the motorcycle's
sound level, but its performance as well. Riding
with a defective muffler can also subject you to
arrest and imposition of fines.
The rules of the road vary from country to country.
Be sure that you understand local regulations
before riding your motorcycle.
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