STARTING THE ENGINE
Always follow the proper starting procedure
described below.
This motorcycle is equipped with a side
stand ignition cut-off system. The engine
cannot be started if the side stand is
down, unless the transmission is in
neutral. If the side stand is up, the engine
can be started in neutral or in gear with the
clutch lever pulled in. After starting with
the side stand down, the engine will shut
off if the transmission is put in gear before
raising the side stand.
To protect the catalytic converter in your
motorcycle's
exhaust
extending idling and the use of leaded
petrol.
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system,
avoid
Your
motorcycle's
poisonous carbon monoxide gas. High
levels of carbon monoxide can collect
rapidly in enclosed areas such as a
garage.
Do not run the engine with the garage door
closed. Even with the door open, run the
engine only long enough to move your
motorcycle out of the garage.
Do not use the electric starter for more
than 5 seconds at a time. Release the start
button for approximately 10 seconds
before pressing it again.
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