TVS Apache RTR 200 4V ABS Race Edition 2.0 Owner's Manual page 17

Causes for poor braking
1. If the brake shoes / pads or drum / disc are worn
out or if there is water or oil on them, sufficient
friction does not develop and brakes do not work
well.
2. Even when the brake works normally, if the road
surface is wet or the tyre surface is worn-out,
tyres do not take a firm hold on the surface,
increasing the stopping distance.
Warning
As the vehicle speed increases, the stopping distance
also increases progressively. Be sure that, you have
sufficient distance between you and the vehicle or
obstruction ahead of you. Avoid directing the water jet
directly towards brake drum / disc pads during water
wash.
Using only the front or rear brake is dangerous and can
cause skidding and loss of control. Apply both the
brakes together and with great care on a wet road or
other slippery surfaces.
Any abrupt braking on slippery or irregular roads can
cause loss of rider control.
3. Approximately 60% braking effect is from front
brake. Non-usage of front brake causes poor
braking.
ACCESSORY INSTALLATION AND SAFETY TIPS
Use extreme caution while selecting and installing
the accessories for your motorcycle.
The addition of unsuitable accessories can lead to
unsafe operating conditions. Your friendly Dealer
will assist you in selecting quality accessories and
installing them correctly.
While selecting the accessories, make sure the
accessories should not obstruct lighting, steering,
suspension level and ground clearance. Please
ensure that if the tank cover is used, it is not getting
en-trapped between fuel tank and fuel tank cap.
Additional electrical equipments and controls
should not exceed the specified electrical system
load of the vehicle (capacity of battery and
magneto).
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