Stopping; Parking - MOTO GUZZI BREVA V1100 Manual

STOPPING

WARNING
If you can, do not stop or slow down
suddenly and avoid limit-braking.
Release the throttle grip (1) (pos. A) and
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gradually put on the brakes and shift
down the gears at the same time to slow
down, see page 50 (MOVING OFF AND
RIDING).
When you have slowed down, before
the vehicle comes to a stop:
Pull the clutch lever (2) to prevent the
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engine stalling.
When the vehicle has come to a stop:
Select neutral (green warning light "
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on).
Release the clutch lever (2).
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If you need to stop only briefly, keep at
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least one brake applied.
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PARKING

It is very important to select an adequate to
place to park your vehicle - observe local
regulations and the indications given
below.
WARNING
Park the vehicle on firm and level
ground to prevent it from falling.
Do not lean the vehicle against a wall, or
lay it on the ground.
Make sure that the vehicle and any of its
parts that are still hot do not pose a
burn risk for any persons nearby,
especially children. Do not leave the
vehicle unattended when the engine is
on or the key is inserted into the
ignition switch.
WARNING
The fall or excessive inclination of the
vehicle may cause the fuel to flow out of
the tank.
The fuel used in internal combustion
engines is highly flammable and can
become explosive under particular
conditions.
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CAUTION
Do not apply the load of your weight or
of the passenger's weight onto the side
stand.
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To park the vehicle:
Select a suitable area for parking.
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u Stop the vehicle, see in this page
(STOPPING).
Set the engine stop switch (3) to position
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" ".
Turn the key (4) and set the ignition switch
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(5) to position " ".
WARNING
Carefully follow the indications for
getting on and off the vehicle, see page
4 4 ( G E T T I N G O N A N D O F F T H E
VEHICLE).
Following the instructions, direct your
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passenger (if you are carrying one) to
dismount and then get off.
Lock the steering, see
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(STEERING LOCK) and remove the key
(4).
WARNING
Make sure that the vehicle is stable.
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