Suzuki GSX25 Owner's Manual page 4

due to the loss of electrical
power during the operation of
the motorcycle.
When carrying a load on the motor-
cycle. mount it as low as possible
and as close as possible to the ma-
chine. An improperly mounted load
can create a high center of gravity
which is very dangerous and makes
the motorcycle difficult to handle.
The size of the "load" can also affect
the aerodynamics and handling of
the motorcycle. Balance the load be-
tween the right and left side of the
motorcycle and fasten it securely.
MODIFICATION
Modification of the motorcycle. or
removal of original equipment may
render the motorcycle unsafe or ille-
gal.
SAFERIDINGRECOMMENDATION
FOR MOTORCYCLE RIDERS
Motorcycle riding is great fun and
an exciting sport. Motorcycle riding
also requires that some extra pre-
cautions be taken to ensure the safe-
ty of the rider and passenger.
These precautions are:
WEAR A HELMET
Motorcycle safety equipment starts
with a quality safety helmet. One of
the most serious injuries that can
happen is a head injury. ALWAYS
wear a properly approved helmet.
You should also wear suitable eye
protection.
RIDING APPAREL
Loose.fancy clothing can be uncom-
fortable and unsafe when riding your
motorcycle. Choose good quality
motorcycle riding apparel when rid-
ing your motorcycle.
INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING
Review thoroughly the instructions
in the INSPECTION BEFORE RID-
ING section of this manual. Do not
forget to perform an entire safety in-
spection to ensure the safety of the
rider and its passenger.
FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH
THE MOTORCYCLE
Your riding skill and your mechani-
cal knowledge form the foundation
for safe riding practices. We suggest
that you practice riding your motor-
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cycle in a non-traffic situation until
you are thoroughly familiar with
your machine and its controls. Re-
member practice makes perfect.
KNOW YOUR LIMITS
Ride within the boundaries of your
own skill at all times. Knowing
these limits and staying within them
will help you to avoid accidents.
BE EXTRA SAFETY CONSCIOUS
ON BAD WEATHER DAYS
Riding on bad weather days. espe-
cially wet ones. requires extra cau-
tion. Braking distances double on a
rainy day. Stay off the painted sur-
face marks. manhole covers and
greasy appearing areas as they can
be especially slippery. Use extreme
caution at railway crossings and on
metal gratings and bridges. Whenev-
er in doubt about road condition.
slow down!
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
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The frame and/or engine serial
numbers are used to register the
motorcycle. They are also used to
assist your dealer when ordering
parts or referring to special service
information. The frame number
<D
is
stamped on the steering head tube.
The engine serial number (2) is
stamped on the left side of the
crankcase assembly.
Please write down the numbers in
the box provided below for your fu-
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