Further Safe-Riding Points - Yamaha YW50A Owner's Manual

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SAFETY INFORMATION
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Remove all loose items from the
scooter.
● Point the front wheel straight
ahead on the trailer or in the truck
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bed, and choke it in a rail to pre-
vent movement.
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Secure the scooter with tie-downs
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or suitable straps that are at-
tached to solid parts of the scoot-
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er, such as the frame or upper
front fork triple clamp (and not, for
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example, to rubber-mounted han-
dlebars or turn signals, or parts
that could break). Choose the
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location for the straps carefully
so the straps will not rub against
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painted surfaces during transport.
● The suspension should be com-
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pressed somewhat by the tie-
downs, if possible, so that the
scooter will not bounce exces-
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sively during transport.
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Further safe-riding points

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Make sure to signal clearly when
making turns.
ZAUM00**
Turn left
ZAUM00**
Turn right
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Braking can be extremely diffi cult
on a wet road. Avoid hard brak-
ing, because the scooter could
slide. Apply the brakes slowly
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when stopping on a wet surface.
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Slow down as you approach a
corner or turn. Once you have
completed a turn, accelerate
slowly.
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Be careful when passing parked
cars. A driver might not see you
and open a door in your path.
●
Railroad crossings, streetcar rails,
iron plates on road construction
sites, and manhole covers be-
come extremely slippery when
wet. Slow down and cross them
with caution. Keep the scooter
upright, otherwise it could slide
out from under you.
● The brake lining could get wet
when you wash the scooter. After
washing the scooter, check the
brakes before riding.
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Always wear a helmet, gloves,
trousers (tapered around the cuff
and ankle so they do not fl ap),
and a bright colored jacket.
● Do not carry too much luggage
on the scooter. An overloaded
scooter is unstable. Use a strong
cord to secure any luggage to the