TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Owner's Manual page 21

Posture
Proper vehicle riding starts with proper posture.
1. Sit erect on the seat at the position which you
feel most comfortable.
2. Keep your arms relaxed to give extra cushion for
body on uneven road surfaces.
3. Keep right arm and foot close to the brake lever
and pedal, so as to enable fast action during panic
braking.
Warning
One-hand riding is dangerous. Keep both hands firmly
on the handle bar and both feet securely on the foot
rest. Under no circumstances should both the hands be
removed from the handle bar, as it is very dangerous.
Avoid use of mobile phones while riding as it could
lead to fatal accident.
Do not downshift the gears in the midst of cornering.
Slow down to a safe speed before negotiating a corner.
If this is the first time that you are riding a vehicle of
this type, we suggest that you practice on a safe, open
area to thoroughly familiarise with the operation of the
vehicle.
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4. Look widely instead of gazing at one point.
5. Alter your sitting location / posture slightly at
intervals during long rides. This will reduce
fatigue.
Cornering
When cornering, centrifugal force works in a direction
perpendicular to the direction in which the vehicle
is moving. Centrifugal force increases in proportion
with speed and the radius of the corner.
During cornering, reduce speed so as to reduce the
effects of centrifugal force. By all means, avoid abrupt
application of brake or sudden steering.
Braking
For safe riding, it is very important to master the
braking techniques.
1. Close / release the throttle.
2. Hold the vehicle upright as you apply the brake.
3. Progressive application of brakes is safer.
4. Never declutch while braking at higher speeds.
5. Apply both the brakes.
6. Do not pump the brakes.