Suzuki GSX-R1000/A Owner's Manual page 76

Stopping and Parking
1. Twist the throttle grip away from
yourself to close the throttle com-
pletely.
2. Apply the front and rear brakes
evenly and at the same time.
3. Downshift through the gears as
road speed decreases.
4. Select neutral with the clutch lever
squeezed toward the grip (disen-
gaged position) when the motor-
cycle is
stopped. Neutral position can be
confirmed by observing the neu-
tral indicator light.
 WARNING
Inexperienced
underutilize the front brake. This
can cause excessive stopping dis-
tance 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 con-
trol.
Brake before you begin to turn.
almost completely
riders tend
 WARNING
Hard braking on wet, loose, rough,
or other slippery surfaces can
cause wheel skid and loss of con-
trol.
Brake lightly and with care on slip-
pery or irregular surfaces.
 WARNING
Following another vehicle too
closely can lead to a collision. As
vehicle speeds increase, stop-
ping distance increases progres-
sively.
to
Always maintain a safe stopping
distance between you and the
vehicle in front of you.
Holding the motorcycle stopped
with throttle and clutch lever oper-
ation on inclines can damage the
motorcycle's clutch.
Use the brakes when stopping the
motorcycle on inclines.
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NOTICE