Rad2Go Mo Rad 1500 Owner's Manual - page 14
BASIC SAFETY RULES
The instructions below cover normal operation of your motorscooter and must be
carefully observed. By following these rules you will enhance your own safety and the
safety of others. You will also maximize the life and utility of your motorscooter.
Motorscooters obviously do not provide some of the protection provided by automobiles,
therefore it is essential that you wear appropriate, therefore it is essential that you wear
the appropriate protective clothing. Never operate your motorscooter without wearing a
helmet, gloves, eye protection, a heavy jacket, sturdy footwear, and sturdy full length
pants.
However, do not assume that even the best clothing and helmet will protect you in the
event of an upset or a crash with another vehicle. At best, this gear provides some
protection from scrapes and scratches, but very little, if any, impact protection.
Be sure that you meet all the requirements prescribed by local law, including the driver’s
license, minimum age, training, insurance, taxes, motorcycle registration, license pates,
etc.
When you first receive your motorscooter, practice by riding in areas where there is no
traffic. Do not attempt to ride in heavy traffic until you are thoroughly experienced and
riding your motorscooter has become second nature to you.
Most states prohibit the operation of this size of motorscooter on freeways or
expressways. Be sure that it is legal to use your motorscooter before you take any
particular road.
A new motorscooter must be carefully broken in.
Before starting the engine, make sure that the brakes; transmission and throttle controls
function properly.
The brakes and some other parts of the motorscooter become very hot during operation.
Do not touch any of these parts.
Some medicines or drugs, illegal or prescription, and alcohol significantly increase the
risk of accidents.
Do not ride while you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, whether they are illegal
or prescription. Make sure you are in good physical condition and not ill before riding
your motorscooter. Do not ride your motorscooter when you are particularly tired.
Alcohol, drugs, and fatigue are the leading causes of motorscooter accidents.
Many accidents are caused by the rider’s inexperience and lack of training. Do not ride
your motorscooter until you have received training form a recognized training
organization such as the Motorcycle Safety Foundation.
Remember that riding a motorscooter, though easy and fun, is quite different from
driving a car. Do not assume that you can operate your motorscooter safely just because
you are a competent automobile driver.
Never lend your motorscooter to others unless you are sure that they are competent and
properly licensed motorcycle operators.
If the throttle sticks open, it may cause a collision with another vehicle or an upset. If the
throttle sticks, turn off the engine with the engine stop switch located on the right hand
side of the handlebar. Do not attempt to restart the engine until the throttle has been
repaired and works perfectly. Failure to obey this warning can lead to a run away with
serious injuries or even death.
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