Husqvarna 401 Vitpilen - Owner's Manual > Preparing for use

Advice on preparing for first use

Danger

Danger of accidents A rider who is not fit to ride poses a danger to him or herself and others.

• Do not operate the vehicle if you are not fit to ride due to alcohol, drugs or medication.
• Do not operate the vehicle if you are physically or mentally impaired.

Warning

Risk of injury Missing or poor protective clothing presents an increased safety risk.

• Wear appropriate protective clothing such as helmet, boots, gloves as well as trousers and a jacket with protectors on all rides.
• Always wear protective clothing that is in good condition and meets the legal regulations.

Danger of crashing Different tire tread patterns on the front and rear wheel impair the handling characteristic.

Different tire tread patterns can make the vehicle significantly more difficult to control.

• Make sure that only tires with a similar tire tread pattern are fitted to the front and rear wheel.

Danger of accidents Non-approved or non-recommended tires and wheels impact the handling characteristic.

• Only use tires/wheels approved by Husqvarna Motorcycles with the corresponding speed index.

Danger of accidents New tires have reduced road grip.

The contact surface on new tires is not yet roughened.

• Run in new tires with moderate riding at alternating angles.

  Running-in phase 200 km (124 mi)

Info

When using the vehicle, remember that others may feel disturbed by excessive noise.

• Ensure that the pre-delivery inspection work has been carried out by an authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles workshop.

  The delivery certificate and the Service and Manufacturer Warranty Booklet must be transferred with the vehicle.

• Read the entire Owner's Manual before riding for the first time.
• Get to know the controls.
• Get used to handling the motorcycle in a suitable area before undertaking a more demanding ride. Also, ride as slowly as possible to get a better feeling for the motorcycle.
• Hold the handlebar firmly with both hands and keep your feet on the footrests when riding.
• Do not make any trips that exceed your personal ability and experience.
• Run the engine in.

Running in the engine

• During the running-in phase, do not exceed the specified engine speed.

Guideline

Info

During the running-in phase, the shift warning light is set to a specified value and cannot be changed.

• Avoid fully opening the throttle!

Loading the vehicle

Warning

Danger of accidents Total weight and axle loads influence the handling characteristic.

The total weight consists of: motorcycle ready for operation and with a full tank, driver and passenger with protective clothing and helmet, and luggage.

• Do not exceed the maximum permissible overall weight or the axle loads.

Danger of accidents Improper mounting of cases or the tank rucksack impairs the handling characteristic.

• Mount and secure cases and tank rucksack according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Danger of accidents The luggage system will be damaged if it is overloaded.

• Read the manufacturer information on maximum payload when mounting cases.

Danger of accidents Luggage which has slipped impairs visibility.

If the tail light is covered, you are less visible to traffic behind you, especially when it is dark.

• Check that your luggage is fixed properly at regular intervals.

Danger of accidents A high payload alters the handling characteristic and increases the stopping distance.

• Adapt your speed to your payload.

Danger of accidents Pieces of luggage which have slipped impair the handling characteristic.

• Check that your luggage is fixed properly at regular intervals.

 

• If luggage is carried, ensure it is fixed firmly as close as possible to the center of the vehicle and ensure even weight distribution between the front and rear wheels.
• Do not exceed maximum permissible weight and maximum permissible axle loads.

Guideline

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