Braking - Honda CB Unicorn 160 Owner's Manual

BRAKING

Your vehicle is
hydraulically activated disc brake in front
and mechanically operated rear brakes.
Operating the brake lever applies the front
disc brake. Depressing the brake pedal
applies the rear brake.
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.
equipped with
Important Safety Reminders:
• Independent operation of only the brake
a
lever or brake pedal reduces stopping
performance.
• Extreme application of the brake controls
may cause wheel lock, reducing control of
the vehicle.
• 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 vehicle.
• When riding in wet or rainy conditions,
or on loose surfaces, the ability to
manoeuvre and stop will be reduced.
All of your actions should be smooth
under
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
downshifting, with intermittent use of
both brakes.
these conditions. Rapid
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