Braking; Stopping, Parking - GAS GAS MC 85 2023 Owner's Manual

8 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
8.5
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On sandy, wet, or slippery surfaces, use the rear brake.
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Always finish braking before the going into a bend. Your child should change down to a lower gear appropriate to the
road speed.
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Insist that your child take advantage of the braking action of the engine when riding on long downhills. To do so, shift
back one or two gears, but do not overrev the engine. Your child will need to apply the brakes far less often and the
brake system will not overheat.
8.6
Note
Material damage The vehicle may be damaged by incorrect procedure when parking.
Significant damage may be caused if the vehicle rolls away or falls over.
The components for parking the vehicle are designed only for the weight of the vehicle.
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Park the vehicle on a firm and level surface.
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Ensure that nobody sits on the vehicle when the vehicle is parked on a stand.
Note
Fire hazard Hot vehicle components pose a fire hazard and explosion risk.
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Do not park the vehicle near to materials which are highly flammable or explosive.
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Allow the vehicle to cool down before covering it.
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Apply the brakes on the motorcycle.
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Shift the transmission into neutral.
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Press and hold the stop button
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Turn tap handle of the fuel tap to the OFF position.
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Braking

Warning
Danger of accidents Excessively forceful application of the brakes blocks the wheels.
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Explain to your child that he or she must adapt the braking to the traffic situation and the road conditions.
Warning
Danger of accidents A spongy pressure point on the front or rear brake reduces braking efficiency.
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Check the brake system and do not allow your child to continue riding until the problem is eliminated. (Your
authorized GASGAS Motorcycles workshop will be glad to help.)
Warning
Danger of accidents Moisture and dirt impair the brake system.
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Explain to your child that he or she must brake carefully several times to dry out and remove dirt from the
brake linings and the brake discs.

Stopping, parking

Warning
Risk of injury People who act without authorization may not be familiar with the vehicle.
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Do not leave the vehicle unattended if the engine is running.
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Protect the vehicle against access by unauthorized persons.
Warning
Danger of burns Some vehicle components become very hot when the vehicle is operated.
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Do not touch any parts such as the exhaust system, radiator, engine, shock absorber, or brake system before
the vehicle parts have cooled down.
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Let the vehicle parts cool down before you perform any work on the vehicle.
while the engine is idling until the engine stops.