Braking - Honda GoldWing GL1500 2000 Owner's Manual

Braking
BRAKE lEVER:
applies right
front disc brake
BRAKE PEDAL:
applies rear & left front disc brakes
Your motorcycle
is
equipped with a unified braking system
which is hydraulically activated. Depressing the brake pedal
applies the rear and left front disc brakes. Operating the brake
lever applies the right front disc brake.
For full braking effectiveness, use both
the pedal
and lever
simultaneously, as you would with a conventional motorcycle
brake system. Using both braking systems will stop your
motorcycle faster with greater stability.
To slow or stop. apply the brake lever and brake pedal
smoothly, while downshifting to match
yOUf
speed. Gradually
increase braking as you feel the brakes slowing
yOUf
speed. To
prevent stalling the engine, pull the clutch lever in before
coming to a complete stop. For support, put your left foot
down first, then your right foot when you are through using the
brake pedal.
For maximum braking, close the throttle and firmly apply the
brake lever and pedal controls.
Applying the brakes too hard may cause the wheels to lock and
slide. reducing control of your motorcycle. If this happens,
release the brake controls, steer straight ahead until you regain
control, then reapply the brakes more gently.
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