APRILIA SXV / RXV 450 550 Use And Maintenance Book page 34

SXV / RXV 450 - 550
It is very important to your safety that you give full attention
to the act of riding. Watch what you are doing, do not allow
yourself to be distracted by other cars, people or things on
the roadside, etc. Never smoke, eat, drink, read, etc. while
riding your vehicle. If you must consult a map, pull over
when it can be done safely.
Use only the vehicle s specific fuels and lubricants indicated
in the LUBRICANT CHART ; check the oil, fuel and coolant
levels regularly. If the throttle sticks, it may cause a collision
with another vehicle, or an upset. If the throttle sticks, kill the
engine with the engine stop switch located on the right
handlebar. Do not attempt to restart the engine until the
throttle has been repaired and works perfectly. Failure to
obey this warning can lead to a runaway with seriously
injuries or even death.
Your vehicle is equipped with a double cable throttle. One
cable opens the throttle when you rotate the throttle grip
toward you; the other closes the throttle when you rotate the
grip away from you. When you release the throttle grip, it is
essential that it automatically return to the idle position.
This double cable arrangement enhances safety by
providing for positive closing of the throttle.
WARNING
In the event of a throttle sticking emergency,
always kill the engine using the engine stop
switch located near the throttle grip on the
right handlebar. Never use your vehicle if the
throttle does not automatically fully return to
the idle position when the throttle grip is
released. Contact your Local aprilia Dealer for
repairs. Failure to heed this warning can lead to
a serious accident and subsequent injury or
even death.
If you and your vehicle are involved in an accident, ensure
that there has been no damage to the control levers, tubes,
wires, braking system and other vital parts. If your vehicle is
involved in an accident, take it to your Local aprilia Dealer
immediately. He has the equipment and knowledge to check
for accidental damage which may compromise your safety.
Your aprilia Dealer is ready and able to help you with any
safety problems you may have, but naturally you should
report any malfunctions to your mechanic in order for him to
help you.
Do not use your vehicle if it is damaged. A damaged vehicle
may become unstable or present other problems which can
increase the risk of accident, and therefore of serious injury
or even death.
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