Manual Description
A single drum brake on the rear axle housing is mechanically activated by depressing the brake pedal or operating the left brake lever. Continuous brake application can overheat the brakes and reduce their effectiveness. Practice the techniques outlined in this section on level ground and at low speeds until you are confident in making turns.
Remember to shift your body forward to make sharp low-speed turns and whenever you turn while accelerating from a full stop. Avoid hard braking or accelerating until you have regained directional control. Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in this owner's manual.
Always follow proper procedures for climbing a hill as described in this owner's manual. Always follow proper procedures for going down hills as described in this owner's manual. Avoid using either the front brake or rear brake hard or abruptly when riding down hills.
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