2013 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Silverado S Owners Manual - Page 10
2013 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Silverado S Manual
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SAFETY INFORMATION EAU1028A ● 2 Be a Responsible Owner As the vehicle's owner, you are responsible for the safe and proper operation of your motorcycle. Motorcycles are single-track vehicles. Their safe use and operation are dependent upon the use of proper riding techniques as well as the expertise of the operator. Every operator should know the following requirements before riding this motorcycle. He or she should: ● Obtain thorough instructions from a competent source on all aspects of motorcycle operation. ● Observe the warnings and maintenance requirements in this Owner's Manual. ● Obtain qualified training in safe and proper riding techniques. ● Obtain professional technical service as indicated in this Owner's Manual and/or when made necessary by mechanical conditions. Never operate a motorcycle without proper training or instruction. Take a training course. Beginners should receive training from a certified instructor. Contact an authorized motorcycle dealer to find out about the training courses nearest you. Safe Riding Perform the pre-operation checks each time you use the vehicle to make sure it is in safe operating condition. Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage. See page 5-1 for a list of pre-operation checks. ● This motorcycle is designed to carry the operator and a passenger. ● The failure of motorists to detect and recognize motorcycles in traffic is the predominating cause of automobile/motorcycle accidents. Many accidents have been caused by an automobile driver who did not see the motorcycle. Making yourself conspicuous appears to be very effective in reducing the chance of this type of accident. Therefore: • Wear a brightly colored jacket. • Use extra caution when you are approaching and passing through intersections, since intersections are the most likely places for motorcycle accidents to occur. • Ride where other motorists can see you. Avoid riding in another motorist's blind spot. • Never maintain a motorcycle without proper knowledge. Contact an authorized motorcycle dealer to inform you on basic motorcycle maintenance. Certain maintenance can only be carried out by certified staff. 2-1