Riding On Hills; Stopping And Parking - HYOSUNG GD250 Owner's Manual

RIDING ON HILLS

W h e n c l i m b i n g s t e e p h i l l s , t h e
motorcycle may begin to slow down and
show lack of power. At this point, you
should shift to a lower gear so that the
engine will again be operating in its normal
power range. Shift gear rapidly to prevent
the motorcycle from losing momentum.
When riding down a steep hill, the
engine may be used for braking by shifting
to a lower gear.
Be careful, however, not to allow the
engine to overrev.
WARNING
Operating this motorcycle on steep hills
can be hazardous.
Never operate this motorcycle on steep
hills.

STOPPING AND PARKING

1. Turn the throttle grip away from you to
close the throttle completely.
2. Apply the front and rear brakes evenly at
the same time.
3. Downshift through the gears as road
speed decreases.
4. Select neutral with the clutch lever
squeezed towards the grip (disengaged
position) just before the motorcycle
stops. Neutral position can be confirmed
by observing the neutral indicator lamp.
WARNING
I n e x p e r i e n c e d r i d e r s t e n d t o
underutilize the front brake. This can
cause excessive stopping distance and
lead to a collision. Using only the front
or rear brake can cause skidding and
loss of control.
Apply both brakes evenly and at the
same time.
WARNING
Hard braking while turning may cause
wheel skid and loss of control.
Brake before you begin to turn.
WARNING
Hard braking on wet, loose, rough, or
other slippery surfaces can cause
wheel skid and loss of control.
Brake lightly and carefully on slippery
or irregular surfaces.
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