Triumph Trophy Handbook page 7

Safety Helmet and Clothing
Warning
When riding the motorcycle, both rider and
passenger must always wear a motorcycle
helmet, eye protection, gloves, boots,
trousers (close fitting around the knee and
ankle) and a brightly colored jacket.
Brightly colored clothing will considerably
increase a rider's (or passenger's) visibility
to other operators of road vehicles.
Although full protection is not possible,
wearing correct protective clothing can
reduce the risk of injury when riding.
Warning
A helmet is one of the most important
pieces of riding gear as it offers protection
against head injuries. You and your
passenger's helmet should be carefully
chosen and should fit you or your
passenger's head comfortably
securely. A brightly colored helmet will
increase a rider's (or passenger's) visibility
to other operators of road vehicles.
An open face helmet
protection in an accident though a full face
helmet will offer more.
Always wear a visor or approved goggles
to help vision and to protect your eyes.
When choosing a helmet, always look for a
DOT (Department of Transport) sticker
indicating that the helmet has DOT approval.
Do not buy a helmet without DOT approval.
Foreword - Safety First
Parking
Always turn off the engine and remove the
ignition key before leaving the motorcycle
unattended. By removing the key, the risk
of use of the motorcycle by unauthorized
or untrained persons is reduced.
When parking the motorcycle, always
remember the following:
Engage first gear to help prevent the
motorcycle from rolling off the stand.
The engine and exhaust system will be hot
after riding.
pedestrians, animals and/or children are
likely to touch the motorcycle.
Do not park on soft ground or on a steeply
inclined surface. Parking under these
conditions may cause the motorcycle to fall
over.
For further details, please refer to the 'How
to Ride the Motorcycle' section of this
and
owner's handbook.
offers some
Warning
DO NOT park where
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