Yamaha TT-R125Y Owner's Manual page 11

SAFETY INFORMATION
Ride cautiously in unfamiliar areas.
You may encounter hidden
obstacles that could cause an
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accident.
The posture of the operator is
important for proper control. The
operator should keep both hands on
the handlebar and both feet on the
operator footrests during operation
to maintain control of the
motorcycle.
Never ride under the influence of
alcohol or other drugs.
Be sure the transmission is in
neutral before starting the engine.
Protective apparel
The majority of fatalities from
motorcycle accidents are the result of
head injuries. The use of a safety helmet
is the single most critical factor in the
prevention or reduction of head injuries.
Always wear an approved helmet.
Wear a face shield or goggles. Wind
in your unprotected eyes could
contribute to an impairment of
vision that could delay seeing a
hazard.
The use of a jacket, heavy boots,
trousers, gloves, etc., is effective
in preventing or reducing abrasions
or lacerations.
Never wear loose-fitting clothes,
otherwise they could catch on the
control levers, footrests, or wheels
and cause injury or an accident.
Always wear protective clothing
that covers your legs, ankles, and
feet. The engine or exhaust system
become very hot during or after
operation and can cause burns.
Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing
carbon monoxide can cause headaches,
dizziness, drowsiness, nausea,
confusion, and eventually death.
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless,
odorless, tasteless gas which may be
present even if you do not see or smell
any engine exhaust. Deadly levels of
carbon monoxide can collect rapidly and
you can quickly be overcome and unable
to save yourself. Also, deadly levels of
carbon monoxide can linger for hours or
days in enclosed or poorly ventilated
areas. If you experience any symptoms
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of carbon monoxide poisoning, leave the
area immediately, get fresh air, and
SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT.
Do not run engine indoors. Even if
you try to ventilate engine exhaust
with fans or open windows and
doors, carbon monoxide can rapidly
reach dangerous levels.
Do not run engine in poorly
ventilated or partially enclosed
areas such as barns, garages, or
carports.
Do not run engine outdoors where
engine exhaust can be drawn into
a building through openings such
as windows and doors.
Loading
Adding accessories to your motorcycle
can adversely affect stability and
handling if the weight distribution of the
motorcycle is changed. To avoid the
possibility of an accident, use extreme
caution when adding accessories to
your motorcycle. Use extra care when
riding a motorcycle that has added
accessories. Here are some general
guidelines to follow if adding accessories
to your motorcycle: