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USING THE GEARS (transmission)
Gears are used to keep the engine running at the
optimum revolutions per minute for any given road
speed. The gear ratios have been carefully designed
to meet the characteristics of the engine. The rider
should always select the most suitable gear for the
prevailing conditions.
Never slip the clutch to control road speed. Instead,
select the correct gear.
Attention should be paid to the tachometer to ensure
the engine is not over or under revved.
Risk of engine damage
Never allow the engine to rev into the red zone on
the tachometer.
WARNING!
Do not coast in neutral or with the clutch
disengaged.
You may loose control.
You may cause engine damage.
WARNING!
RIDING ON HILLS
When climbing steep hills, the motorcycle will start to
slow down and show lack of power. At this point you
should shift to a lower gear so that the engine will
again be operating within its optimum power and rev
range. Shift in time to prevent the motorcycle loosing
too much momentum. When descending, the engine
can be used as a brake by shifting down to a lower
gear. Be careful, not to allow the engine revs to rise to
high. Monitor the tachometer to keep within the safe
rev range.
Tip
Good use of the gears will enable you to control
the engine speed and power when ascending or
descending hills.
NOTICE!