Further Safe-Riding Points - Yamaha TMAX XP500 Owner's Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION
to solid parts of the scooter, such
as the frame or upper front fork tri-
ple clamp (and not, for example, to
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rubber-mounted
turn signals, or parts that could
break). Choose the location for the
straps carefully so the straps will
not rub against painted surfaces
during transport.
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The suspension should be com-
pressed somewhat
tie-downs, if possible, so that the
scooter will not bounce excessive-
ly during transport.

Further safe-riding points

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Be sure to signal clearly when
making turns.
handlebars or
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Braking can be extremely difficult
on a wet road. Avoid hard braking,
because the scooter could slide.
Apply the brakes slowly when
stopping on a wet surface.
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Slow down as you approach a cor-
ner or turn. Once you have com-
by the
pleted 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.
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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 up-
right, otherwise it could slide out
from under you.
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The brake pads 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
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and ankle so they do not flap), and
a bright colored jacket.
Do not carry too much luggage on
the scooter. An overloaded scoot-
er is unstable. Use a strong cord to
secure any luggage to the carrier
(if equipped). A loose load will af-
fect the stability of the scooter and
could divert your attention from the
road. (See page 1-3.)