Braking - Honda Motorcycle Owner's Manual

BRAKING

For normal braking, apply both the brake pedal
and lever while down-shifting to match your
road speed. For maximum braking, close the
throttle and firmly apply the pedal and lever;
pull in the clutch lever before coming to a
complete stop to prevent stalling the engine.
Important Safety Reminders:
Independent operation of only the brake lever or
brake pedal reduces stopping performance.
Extreme application of the brake controls may
cause wheel lock, reducing control of the
motorcycle.
When possible, reduce speed or brake before
entering a turn; closing the throttle or braking in
mid-turn may cause wheel slip. Wheel slip will
reduce control of the motorcycle.
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When riding in wet or rainy conditions, or on
loose surfaces, the ability to maneuver and stop
will be reduced. All of your actions should be
smooth
acceleration, braking or turning may cause loss
of control. For your safety, exercise extreme
caution when braking, accelerating or turning.
When descending a long, steep grade, use
engine compression braking by down shifting,
with intermittent
Continuous brake application can overheat the
brakes and reduce their effectiveness.
Riding with your foot resting on the brake
pedal or your hand on the brake lever may
actuate the brakelight, giving a false indication
to other drivers. It may also
brakes, reducing effectiveness.
under these conditions.
use of both
Rapid
brakes.
overheat the