SAFE OPERATION 65
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wheel from too rapid acceleration or
deceleration.
Riding at the proper rate of speed
and avoiding unnecessarily fast ac-
celeration are important not only for
safety and low fuel consumption but
also for long vehicle life and quieter
operation.
On rough roads, exercise caution,
slow down, and grip the fuel tank
with the knees for better stability.
When quick acceleration is neces-
sary as in passing, shift to a lower
gear to obtain the necessary power.
Do not downshift at too high an
r/min (rpm) to avoid damage to the
engine from overrevving.
Avoiding unnecessary weaving is
important to the safety of both the
rider and other motorists.