SAFETY INFORMATION
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the operator is veering wide on a
Never ride under the influence of
tem become very hot during or af-
turn due to excessive speed or un-
alcohol or other drugs.
ter
operation
and
can
cause
dercornering (insufficient lean an-
burns.
gle for the speed).
Protective apparel
A passenger should also observe
• Always obey the speed limit and
The majority of fatalities from motorcy-
the above precautions.
never travel faster than warrant-
cle accidents are the result of head in-
ed by road and traffic condi-
juries. The use of a safety helmet is the
Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
tions.
single most critical factor in the preven-
All engine exhaust contains carbon
• Always signal before turning or
tion or reduction of head injuries.
monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing car-
changing lanes. Make sure that
Always wear an approved helmet.
bon monoxide can cause headaches,
other motorists can see you.
Wear a face shield or goggles.
dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confu-
The posture of the operator and
Wind in your unprotected eyes
sion, and eventually death.
passenger is important for proper
could contribute to an impairment
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odor-
control.
of vision that could delay seeing a
less, tasteless gas which may be
• The operator should keep both
hazard.
present even if you do not see or smell
hands on the handlebar and
The use of a jacket, heavy boots,
any engine exhaust. Deadly levels of
both feet on the operator foot-
trousers, gloves, etc., is effective
carbon monoxide can collect rapidly
rests during operation to main-
in preventing or reducing abra-
and you can quickly be overcome and
tain control of the motorcycle.
sions or lacerations.
unable to save yourself. Also, deadly
• The passenger should always
Never wear loose-fitting clothes,
levels of carbon monoxide can linger
hold onto the operator, the seat
otherwise they could catch on the
for hours or days in enclosed or poorly
strap or grab bar, if equipped,
control levers, footrests, or wheels
ventilated areas. If you experience any
with both hands and keep both
and cause injury or an accident.
symptoms of carbon monoxide poison-
feet on the passenger footrests.
Always wear protective clothing
ing, leave the area immediately, get
Never carry a passenger unless
that covers your legs, ankles, and
fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL TREAT-
he or she can firmly place both
feet. The engine or exhaust sys-
MENT.
feet on the passenger footrests.
