Riding - Honda GOLDWING GL1500 Owner's Manual

OPERATION
RIDING
IImIII
• Review Motorcycle Safety (pages 1-8) before you ride.
NOTE:
• Make sure the function of the side stand mechanism (See
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE on page 72, 73 and explana-
tion for SIDE STAND on page 87.)
Proper shifting will provide better fuel economy.
DIIII
• Do not downshift when traveling at a speed that would
force the engine to overrev in the next lower gear; the rear
wheel may lose traction, resulting in a possible loss of vehi-
cle control.
CAUTION:
• Do not shift gears without disengaging the clutch and clos-
ing the throttle. The engine and drive train could be damag-
ed by overspeed and shock.
• Do not tow the motorcycle or coast for long distances
while the engine is off. The transmission will not be proper-
ly lubricated and damage may result.
• Do not exceed 4,500 min-
1
(rpm) when running the engine
without a load. Serious engine damage may result.
NOTE:
• Be careful when revving the engine or accelerating in 1st or
2nd gear as the engine speed will easily enter the red zone.
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