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SAFETY INFORMATION 22.1.3. NOTE ON TAMPERINGTampering with the noise control system is prohibited.In particular, the law prohibits the followingacts:1. The removal or rendering inoperative, otherthan for purposes of maintenance, repair, orreplacement, of any device or element ofdesign incorporated into any new vehicle for thepurpose of noise control prior to its sale or deliveryto the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use.2. The use of the vehicle after such device or elementof design has been removed or renderedinoperative.Acts presumed to constitute tampering include:1. The removal or piercing of the exhaustsilencer, the diaphragm, the manifolds, or anyother components involved in the transmissionof exhaust gases.2. The removal or piercing of any part of theintake system.3. Poor maintenance.4. The replacement of any movable parts of thevehicle or of any intake or exhaust componentswith parts or components other thanthose prescribed by the manufacturer.NOTENever ride your motorcycle with a defective muffler.This will effect not only the motorcycle’ssound level, but its performance as well. Ridingwith a defective muffler can also subject you toarrest and imposition of fines.The rules of the road vary from country to country.Be sure that you understand local regulationsbefore riding your motorcycle.2EN- 23 -