Anti-Lock Brake System; Park The Scooter - Sym HD300 Owner's Manual

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
ABS is designed to help prevent the wheel from locking up when hard brakes are applied while running
straight. The ABS automatically regulates brake force. Intermittently gaining gripping force and braking force
helps prevent wheel lock-up and allows stable steering control while stopping. Brake control function is
identical to that of a conventional motorcycle. The brake lever is used for the front brake and the brake pedal
for the rear brake.
Although the ABS provides stability while stopping by preventing wheel lock-up, remember the following
characteristics:
 ABS cannot compensate for adverse road conditions, misjudgment or improper application of brakes.
You must take the same care as with motorcycles not equipped with ABS.
 ABS is not designed to shorten the braking distance. On loose, uneven or downhill surfaces, the
stopping distance of a scooter's with ABS may be longer than that of an equivalent motorcycle without
ABS. Use special caution in such areas.
 ABS will help prevent wheel lock-up during straight-up braking, but it cannot control wheel slip which
may be caused by braking during cornering. When turning a corner, it is better to limit braking to the
light application of both brakes or not to brake at all. Reduce your speed before you get into the corner.
ABS Indicator Light
The ABS indicator light in the combination instrument (page 6) blinks when the ABS is activating.
CAUTION:
ABS cannot protect the rider from all possible hazards and is not a substitute for safe riding practices.
Be aware of how the ABS system operates and its limitations. It is the rider's responsibility to ride at
appropriate speeds and manner for weather, road surface and traffic conditions.

Park the Scooter

When approaching a parking position:
 Turn on turn indicator in advance, and smoothly close throttle to decrease speed.
 Fully close the throttle and pull brake levers smoothly.
After reaching the parking position:
 Reset the turn indicator switch, and turn the ignition switch off to stop the engine.
 To park the scooter, please refer to page 13, "Side Stand" and "Main Stand".
 Turn the ignition switch off and lock the handlebar.
CAUTION:
• Do not turn the ignition key while riding.
• The side stand is for uneven ground surface and for short time parking use. Turn the handlebar
completely to the left to enhance stability.
• To avoid heat damage from the exhaust pipe, park the scooter away from pedestrians and
children.
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