Off-Road Safety; Loading - Honda XRE 190 Owner's Manual

XRE 190

off-Road safety

Learn to ride in an uncongested off-road area free
of obstacles before venturing onto unfamiliar terrain.
Always obey local off-road riding laws and
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regulations.
Obtain permission to ride on private property.
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Avoid posted areas and obey "NO Trespassing"
signs.
Ride with a friend on another motorcycle so that
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you can assist each other in case of trouble.
Familiarity with your motorcycle is critically
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important should a problem occur far from help.
Never ride beyond your ability and experience or
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faster than conditions warrant.
If you are not familiar with the terrain, ride
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cautiously. Hidden rocks, holes, or ravines could
spell disaster.
A muffler is required in most off-road areas.
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Don't modify your exhaust system. Remember that
excessive noise bothers everyone and creates a
bad image for motorcycling.

Loading

Carrying extra weight affects your motorcycle's
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handling, braking and stability.
Always ride at a safe speed for the load you are
carrying.
Avoid carrying an excessive load and keep within
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specified load limits.
Y Maximum weight capacity/Maximum weight on
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rear carrier, refer to page 72.
Tie all luggage securely, evenly balanced and close
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to the centre of the motorcycle.
Do not place objects near the lights or the muffler.
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Also follow these guidelines when you ride off-road
on rough terrain:
Do not carry a passenger.
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keep cargo small and light weight.
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Make sure it cannot easily be caught on brush or other
objects, and that it does not interfere with your ability
to shift position to maintain balance and stability.
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Overloading or improper loading can cause a
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crash and you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines
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in this manual.
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