1. Stop safely; use real emergency services
Do not read, type, search, or interact with the app while operating a motorcycle. Stop in a safe place first. In an immediate U.S. emergency, call 911. Motorcycle Bible does not dispatch emergency assistance, contact your emergency contact automatically, monitor your ride, track a stolen bike, or determine whether you need urgent help. Emergency checklists and stored contact information are preparation aids and can be incomplete or unavailable when needed.
2. Specifications and automated recommendations can be wrong
Data can come from provider APIs, catalogs, curated records, estimates, model-family mappings, and rule-based calculations. Differences in country, production date, model year, trim, prior repairs, and aftermarket equipment can change what applies. Matching a model name is not a physical inspection. “Verified” or a high confidence score is not manufacturer approval, certification, or a promise that every field is correct. Values can be stale, inferred, rounded, or missing.
Verify current manufacturer documentation before acting. If sources conflict or a value appears implausible, stop and resolve the discrepancy with the manufacturer or a qualified professional. Report suspected errors to support; a pending report does not make the information safe to use.
3. Parts, fitment, gear, and installation
Confirm the exact motorcycle configuration, OEM references, dimensions, load/speed/electrical ratings, required hardware, clearances, and installation instructions with the manufacturer and seller before buying. A product category or “fits your bike” search can include unrelated, incomplete, or incompatible results. Confirm whether related parts, programming, inspections, tools, or professional installation are needed. Do not rely on a thumbnail, product name, or affiliate link to establish authenticity or safety.
Protective gear must suit the activity, applicable standards, correct sizing, condition, and manufacturer instructions. No helmet, clothing, accessory, or rider aid eliminates the possibility of injury. Product availability, certification claims, recalls, warranty, and return policies should be checked with the responsible manufacturer or seller.
4. Maintenance and safety-critical work
Generic schedules, torque figures, fluid suggestions, service intervals, and due forecasts are not substitutes for the exact current service manual and an assessment of the motorcycle’s condition. Mileage and time are only part of the maintenance decision. Severe use, damage, storage, climate, age, and earlier modifications can require different attention. Keep original records; an app checklist does not certify completed work.
Use appropriately qualified professionals for brakes, wheels/tires, steering, suspension, fuel systems, electrical/high-voltage systems, structural work, and other safety-critical tasks. Incorrect work can cause loss of control, fire, serious injury, or death. Do not ride if you suspect a fault or are uncertain whether work has been completed safely. The app is not a live diagnostic tool.
5. Recall information has limits
The app’s year/make/model recall search provides general results and may be limited, delayed, or unavailable. It does not establish whether your particular VIN has an unrepaired recall. Even official lookup tools have coverage limits. “No results” is not proof of safety. Check the manufacturer or dealer and NHTSA’s recall tools, keep registration contact details current, and follow official interim safety instructions. NHTSA and manufacturers are independent of Motorcycle Bible.
6. Modifications, law, warranties, and insurance
Performance gains, handling changes, range, efficiency, costs, and reliability are estimates, not promised results. Modifications may interact in unexpected ways, affect vehicle systems, require recalibration or inspections, and affect manufacturer or insurance coverage. Confirm the consequences with the manufacturer, qualified installer, and insurer before work.
Follow applicable road, noise, lighting, equipment, emissions, and registration rules. Do not remove or disable emissions or safety equipment unlawfully. A retailer’s “race use” or “off-road only” statement is not a general exemption from the law; see the EPA’s emissions-enforcement information and relevant state requirements. We do not certify a modification’s legality or provide legal advice.
7. Group rides, routes, and information from strangers
Assess your skills and conditions independently. A route, meetup, pace label, rating, or shoutout does not make another rider or venue safe. Confirm the date, local time zone, meeting point, permissions, changes, and cancellation status with the organizer. Obey traffic laws, ride sober, use appropriate training and protective equipment, and decline a ride that exceeds your ability. Do not let group pressure determine your speed or risk-taking.
Local alerts may be unverified or outdated. Do not treat them as navigation, official road status, crime verification, or instructions to confront a person. Verify conditions with appropriate official sources. Mechanic recommendations are leads for your own research; check credentials, scope, estimates, insurance where relevant, and written service terms directly.
8. Responsibilities and legal protections
These warnings help you make informed choices; they do not promise safety or waive rights that cannot legally be waived. Read the Terms’ liability provisions and exceptions. An acknowledgment of inherent risks does not excuse fraud, gross negligence, willful misconduct, or other non-excludable responsibility. Contact support@motorcyclebible.com about nonurgent information errors.