Royal Enfield Bullet Trials Works Replica - Owner's Manual > Safe Operating Rules

• Before operating your new motorcycle, it is your responsibility to carefully read and follow the operating and maintenance instructions detailed in this manual for your own safety, your motorcycle and that of others.
• Know and respect the rules of the road. Be a safe rider for your own safety and for other road users.
• Before starting the motorcycle, check for proper operation of brakes, clutch, gear shifter, handle bar controls, tyre pressures, fuel and oil levels.

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Royal Enfield cautions you against the use of certain nonstandard parts such as aftermarket and custom made extended front forks or suspensions, which may adversely affect performance and handling.

Removing or altering original parts may adversely affect performance and could result in an accident causing serious injury.

• Use only genuine Royal Enfield spare parts and approved accessories. Use of other manufacturer's performance parts may affect the performance of your motorcycle and render the motorcycle void of warranty. See your Royal Enfield Authorized Dealer for details.
• Whenever refuelling your motorcycle, please exercise utmost caution and carefully observe the following rules :
  • DO NOT smoke and please ensure that there are no open flames or sparks near the motorcycle, when refuelling OR servicing the fuel system.
  • Switch OFF mobile phones and other hand held electronic devices.
  • Open the fuel filler cap slowly.
  • Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine turned off.
  • DO NOT fill the tank to its brim. Please fill fuel only till the bottom of the filler neck insert, so as to leave air space in the fuel tank to allow for fuel expansion.

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Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. Use care when handling gasoline. Always stop the engine when refuelling or servicing the fuel system. Do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks near gasoline. Do not store motorcycle with gasoline in the tank, within the home or garage where open flames, pilot lights, sparks or electric motors are present. Inadequate safety precautions could cause an explosion or fire which could result in damage to property, serious injury.

• A new motorcycle must be operated according to the special break-in-procedure. See BREAK-IN-THE FIRST 300 MILES (500KM) section.
• Operate motorcycle only at moderate speeds and out of traffic until you have become thoroughly familiar with its operation and handling characteristics under all conditions.
• DO NOT exceed the legal speed limit or drive too fast for existing conditions. Always reduce speed when poor driving conditions exist. High speed increases the influence of any other condition affecting stability and increases the possibility of loss of control.

NOTE

If you are an inexperienced rider we recommend that you obtain formal training on correct motorcycle riding techniques and become thoroughly familiar with the operation of your particular motorcycle. New riders should gain experience under various conditions while driving at moderate speeds.

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Avoid overspeeding and never travel over the speed limit. Excessive speed may cause loss of control and could result in an accident causing serious injury.

• DO NOT exceed 70 MPH (110 km/h) riding solo.
• DO NOT exceed 55 MPH (90Km/h) when carrying a passenger or cargo.

  Pay strict attention to road surfaces and wind conditions. Any two wheeled motorcycle may be subject to the following upsetting forces :

  • Wind blasts from passing trucks.
  • Rough uneven road surfaces.
  • Slippery road surfaces.
• Operate your motorcycle defensively. Remember, a motorcycle does not afford the same protection as an automobile in an accident. One of the most common accident situations occurs when the driver of the other motorcycle fails to see or recognize a motorcycle and turns into the oncoming motorcyclist.
• Wear an approved helmet, clothing, and foot gear suited for riding a motorcycle. Bright OR light colors are best for greater visibility in traffic, especially at night. Avoid loose, flowing garments and scarves.
• It is not recommended to drive this motorcycle with pillion seat fitment / pillion rider, Failure to adhere this may cause damage to motorcycle / rider.
• DO NOT allow other individuals, under any circumstances, to operate your motorcycle unless you know they are experienced, licensed riders and are thoroughly familiar with the operating conditions of your motorcycle.

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Maintain the recommended tyre pressure. Ensure the front and rear wheels are correctly aligned and the tyres are seated evenly & properly in the rims. Check for correct tightness of the spokes in the rims. Inspect your tyres periodically and replace tyres with approved tyres only. Failure to do so can lead to improper balance, abnormal tread wear, poor handling and could result in serious injury.

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Royal Enfield recommends replacement of any tyre punctured or damaged. In some cases small punctures in the tread area may be repaired from within the demounted tyre by your Royal Enfield Authorized Dealer. Speed should not exceed 60 Km/h (40 MPH) for the first 24 hours after repair and the repaired tyre should Never be used over 90 Km/h (55 MPH).

In emergency situations, if a temporary repair is made ride slowly with as light a load as possible until the tyre is permanently repaired or replaced.

Failure to heed this warning could result in serious injury.

• Safe motorcycle operation requires alert mental judgement combined with a defensive driving attitude. D O N OT allow fatigue, alcohol or drugs to endanger your safety or that of others.
• Maintain your motorcycle in proper operating condition in accordance with the Maintenance intervals chart in this Owner ' s Manual.

  Particularly important to motorcycle stability is proper tyre inflation pressure, tread condition.

  Pay strict attention to loose and / or broken spokes, free movement of steering system.

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DO NOT operate motorcycle with a loose, worn or damaged steering system, including the front and rear suspension system. Contact your Royal Enfield Authorized Dealer for repair of steering or suspension system. Damaged steering or suspension components may adversely affect handling which could result in serious injury.

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Regularly inspect rear shockabsorbers and front forks for any defective suspension can adversely affect stability and handling which could result in serious injury.

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For your personal welfare, all the listed service and maintenance recommendations should be performed.

Lack of regular maintenance at the suggested intervals may affect the safe operation of your motorcycle, which could result in serious injury.

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Avoid any contact with the exhaust system. Wear clothing that will completely cover the legs while riding.

The exhaust system gets very hot when the engine is running and remains too hot, even after the engine is turned off. Failure to wear proper or protective clothing could result in serious injury.

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Exhaust gases contains poisonous carbon monoxide and chemicals, known to cause Cancer, Birth Defects or other reproductive defects.

DO NOT INHALE exhaust gases. Never stand close to the exhaust system of the motorcycle when the engine is running.

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Motorcycle batteries contain lead and lead components, acids and chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Exercise extreme caution while handling a battery.

Wash hands thoroughly whenever a battery is handled.

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Consult your Royal Enfield Authorized Dealer regarding any questions or problems that occur in the operation of your motorcycle. Failure to do so may aggravate an initial problem, cause costly repairs, jeopardize your personal safety and could result in serious injury.

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Use only genuine Royal Enfield replacement fasteners tightened to the proper torque (See your Royal Enfield Work Shop Manual). We caution you against the use of certain nonstandard parts such as aftermarket and custom made fasteners which may not have specific strength, finish and type requirements to perform properly in the assembly and its environment. The use of any nonstandard parts, including fasteners, could result in serious injury.

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DO NOT exceed the Gross Motorcycle Weight Rating of your motorcycle. The Gross Motorcycle Weight Rating (GVWR) is shown on the information plate, located on the frame Down tube. (GVWR is the sum of the weight of the motorcycle, accessories, and the maximum weight of the rider, passenger and cargo that may be safely carried.) Exceeding GVWR may lead to instability of the motorcycle, which could cause an accident and result in serious injury.

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DO NOT tow a disabled motorcycle. The steering and handling for the disabled motorcycle will be impaired due to the force of the towline. If a disabled motorcycle must be transported, use a truck or a trailer. Towing a motorcycle may cause loss of control of the motorcycle in the front, leading to an accident resulting in serious injury.

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DO NOT pull a trailer behind a motorcycle. Towing a trailer may cause reduced braking efficiency, tyre overloading and unstable handling. Towing a trailer may cause loss of control of the motorcycle in the front, leading to an accident resulting in serious injury.

Rules of the Road

• Be sure all equipment required by Federal, State, and local law is installed and are in good condition.
• Be sure your license plate is installed in the position specified by law and is clearly visible at all times.
• Ride at a safe speed that is consistent with the type of road surface you are on. Pay strict attention to whether the surface is :
  • Dry
  • Oily
  • Icy
  • Wet
• Watch for loose debris, such as leaves, slippery substances or loose gravel that can hamper the stability of your motorcycle.
• DO NOT exceed the legal speed limit or drive too fast for existing conditions. Always reduce speed when poor driving conditions exist. High speed increases the influence of any other condition affecting stability and increases the possibility of loss of control.

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Avoid excessive speed and never travel at a speed faster than the speed limit. Excessive speed may cause loss of control of motorcycle, which could result in death or serious injury.

• Keep to the correct side of the road center line when meeting oncoming motorcycle.
• Always sound your horn, actuate your turn signals, and exercise c au t i on when passing other motorcycles going in the same direction. Never try to pass another motorcycle going in the same direction at street intersections, on curves, or when going up/or down a hill.
• At street intersection give the right-of-way to the motorcycle on your left or right. DO NOT presume you have the right-of-way.
• Always signal when preparing to stop, turn or pass.
• While turning either right or left, watch for pedestrians, animals, as well as motorcycles.
• All traffic signs, including manual controls at intersections, should be obeyed promptly. SLOW DOWN at traffic signs near schools and CAUTION signs at railroad crossings.
• When intending to turn, signal at least 100 feet (30.5 meters) before reaching the turning. Be close to the center line (unless local rules require otherwise), slow down and then turn carefully.
• Never jump a traffic light. When a change is imminent from GO to STOP (or vice versa) at intersections, slow down and wait for the light to change to green. Never run through a yellow or red traffic light.
• DO NOT leave the curb or parking area without signaling. Be sure your way is clear to enter moving traffic. A moving line of traffic always has the right-of-way.
• Park your motorcycle on a firm and flat surface to prevent it from falling over.
• Protect your motorcycle against theft. After parking your motorcycle, remove Ignition key from switch and lock the steering head.

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