If You Crash - Honda CRF450X 2020 Owner's Manual & Competition Handbook

If You Crash

If You Crash
Personal safety is your first priority after a crash.
If you or anyone else has been injured, take time to
assess the severity of the injuries and whether it is
safe to continue riding. If you cannot ride safely,
send someone for help. Do not ride if you will risk
further injury.
If you decide that you are capable of riding safely,
first evaluate the condition of your motorcycle. If
the engine is still running, turn it off and look it
over carefully; inspect it for fluid leaks, check the
tightness of critical nuts and bolts, and secure such
parts as the handlebar, control levers, brakes, and
wheels.
If there is minor damage, or you are unsure about
possible damage but decide to try riding the
motorcycle back to your base, ride slowly and
cautiously.
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Taking Care of the Unexpected