Applying The Brakes; Stopping, Parking - Husqvarna FC 250 2016 Owner's Manual

8 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
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After reaching maximum speed by fully opening the throttle grip, turn the throttle back so it is ¾ open. This will barely reduce
the speed but fuel consumption will be considerably lower.
– Always open the throttle only as much as the engine can handle – abrupt throttle opening increases fuel consumption.
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Apply the brakes and close the throttle at the same time to shift down.
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Pull the clutch lever and shift into a lower gear, release the clutch lever slowly, and either open the throttle or shift again.
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Switch off the engine if you expect to be standing for a long time.
Guideline
≥ 1 min
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Avoid frequent and longer slipping of the clutch. As a result the engine oil, engine and cooling system heat up.
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Ride at a low engine speed instead of at a high engine speed and a slipping clutch.
8.6

Applying the brakes

Warning
Danger of accidents If you brake too hard, the wheels can lock.
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Adapt your braking to the traffic situation and the road conditions.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency caused by spongy pressure point of front or rear brake.
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Check the brake system and do not continue riding. (Your authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles workshop will be glad to
help.)
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to a wet or dirty brake system.
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Clean or dry a dirty or wet brake system by riding and braking gently.
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On sandy, wet or slippery surfaces, use the rear brake.
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Braking should always be completed before you go into a bend. Change down to a lower gear appropriate to your road speed.
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On long downhill stretches, use the braking effect of the engine. Change down one or two gears, but do not overstress the
engine. In this way, you have to apply the brakes far less frequently and the brake system does not overheat.
8.7

Stopping, parking

Warning
Risk of misappropriation Usage by unauthorized persons.
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Never leave the vehicle while the engine is running. Secure the vehicle against use 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 hot components such as exhaust system, radiator, engine, shock absorber, and the brake system. Allow
these components to cool down before starting work on them.
Note
Danger of damage The parked vehicle may roll away or fall over.
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Always place the vehicle on a firm and even surface.
Note
Fire hazard Some vehicle components become very hot when the vehicle is operated.
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Do not park the vehicle near flammable or explosive substances. Do not place objects on the vehicle while it is still warm from
being run. Always let the vehicle cool first.
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Brake the motorcycle.
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Shift the transmission to idle.
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Press and hold the kill switch
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Park the motorcycle on firm ground.
while the engine is idling until the engine stops.
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