These are some of the symbols that you may see on your motorcycle and may accompany safety words, see Safety First → Safety Definitions. The symbols indicate potential safety hazards and avoidance actions to prevent a hazardous situation. The symbols may be present in manuals, instructions, on the motorcycle and/or Parts & Accessory product labels. Refer to Safety First → Safe Operating Rules, the appropriate section in this manual and/or Parts & Accessory instructions for additional safety information.
Table 1. General Warning Symbols
SYMBOL
SYMBOL DEFINITION
SYMBOL
SYMBOL DEFINITION
General Warning indicating a hazard.
Explosive material hazard.
Crash hazard.
Corrosive chemical burn hazard.
Electric shock hazard.
Hot surface hazard.
Battery charging hazard.
Table 2. General Prohibition Symbols
SYMBOL
SYMBOL DEFINITION
SYMBOL
SYMBOL DEFINITION
General prohibition sign to signify a prohibited action.
Do not expose to fire.
Do not service without proper training or tools. Qualified technician only.
Not user serviceable. No user replaceable parts. Refer service to qualified technician.
Do not perform action above indicated temperature.
Do not touch.
Never tow a trailer.
Keep away from open flame. Avoid smoking, flames, or sparks.
Do not use an extension cord.
Do not add weight.
Table 3. General Mandatory Action Symbols
SYMBOL
SYMBOL DEFINITION
SYMBOL
SYMBOL DEFINITION
General mandatory action.
Wear proper protective riding apparel.
Keep out of reach of children.
Wear proper hand protection.
Refer to appropriate manual or instructions.
Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Take a rider training course.
Wear proper eye protection.
Wear a helmet and eye protection.
Table 4. General Information Symbols
SYMBOL
SYMBOL DEFINITION
SYMBOL
SYMBOL DEFINITION
Contains button or coin cell battery. Hazardous if swallowed.
Protect from rain or wet conditions.
First responder cut loop. Emergency Personnel/First Responder use only.
Do not add more weight than specified.