Braking - Honda CB750F2 Owner's Manual

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lor normal braking, gradually apply
:oth the front and rear brakes while
:ownshifting to suit your road speed.
- ior maximum deceleration, close the
,hrottle and apply the front and rear
rrakes firmly. Pull in the clutch lever
refore coming to a complete stop to
3revent stalling the engine.
. Independent use of only the front
or rear brake
reduces stoppiag
performance.
Extreme
braking
may cause either wheel to lock,
reducing
control
of the motorcy-
cle.
. When possible, reduce speed or
tlrake before entering a turn;
closing the throttle or braking in
mid-turn may cause wheel slip.
Wheel slip will reduce control of
the motorcycle.
* When riding in wet or rainy condi-
tions, or on loose surfaces, the
ability to maneuver and stop will
be reduced. All of your actions
should be smooth under these
conditions. Rapid acceleration,
braking or turning may cause loss
of control.
For your safety, exer-
c i s e e x t r e m e c a u t i o n w h e n
braking, accelerating or turning.
* When descending
a long, steep
grade,
use engine
compression
braking by downshifting, with
intermittent use of both brakes.
Continuous brake application can
overheat the brakes and reduce
their effectiveness.
* Riding with your foot resting on
the brake pedal or your hands on
the brake lever may actuate the
b r a k e l i g h t ,
g i v i n g
a f a l s e
indication to other drivers. It may
also overheat the brake, reducing
effectiveness.
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