FINAL INSPECTION
– Press it down to operate.
– This pedal brakes all three wheels.
7.1 Ensure brake pedal is firm when pressure
is applied and that it returns freely.
8. Parking brake operation.
– The parking brake pedal is behind the opera-
tor's left footpeg. This pedal brakes only the
rear wheel.
8.1 Press it down firmly until it locks to apply
the parking brake.
8.2 Firmly press the pedal down a second time
to release the parking brake.
8.3 Ensure parking brake is shut-off.
9. Reverse button operation (SE5 Model).
9.1 Start engine.
9.2 Shift in first gear, slightly apply on throttle
then release.
9.3 Shift in reverse, slightly apply on throttle
then release.
9.4 Shift in neutral position, slightly apply on
throttle then release.
10. Reverse interlock operation (SM5 Model).
10.1 With the engine running, attempt to shift
into reverse without pulling the reverse
interlock lever back.
10.2 Release the clutch lever.
10.3 If the transmission is allowed to shift to
reverse, the reverse interlock will need to
be adjusted.
11. Throttle operation.
– The throttle is the right handgrip, and it
controls engine speed. To increase engine
speed, roll the throttle toward you. To de-
crease engine speed, roll the throttle away
from you. The throttle is spring loaded and
should return to idle when you release it.
11.1 With handlebars turned fully left and then
fully right, ensure that the throttle returns
completely to idle position.
12. Clutch lever operation (SM5 Model).
– The clutch lever is in front of the left hand-
grip. The clutch controls the transmission
of power from the engine to the rear wheel.
The lever is squeezed to disengage power
and released to engage power.
13. Engine stop switch operation.
– The engine stop switch is near the right
handgrip. It has two positions and must be
set to the run position before you can start
the engine. It allows you to stop the engine
anytime without removing your hand from
the handlebar.
14. Operation of the following lights:
– Headlights
– Taillights
– Brake light
– Position lights
– Turn signals
– Hazard lights
– Licence plate light.
15. Dimmer switch operation.
16. Headlight overrun button operation.
– There is a headlight override button on the
front of the right handgrip.
17. Horn operation.
– The horn button is located near the left
handgrip.
18. Leakage of the following fluids:
– Fuel
– Engine oil
– Engine coolant
– Brake fluid
– Clutch fluid
Vehicle Cleaning
NOTICE
Do not clean the windshield with al-
kaline or acid cleaner, gasoline or solvent to
avoid windshield damage.
NOTICE
Never use a high pressure washer to
clean the vehicle. USE LOW PRESSURE ONLY
(like a garden hose). The high pressure can
cause electrical or mechanical damage.
NOTICE
It is necessary to use flannel cloths on
plastic parts to avoid damaging surfaces.
NOTICE
Do not wash the seat with a vinyl or
plastic cleaner because the seat may become
slippery.
NOTICE
Certain plastic or vinyl cleaners will
damage the seat cover. Use only mild deter-
gent, such as soap specially formulated for mo-
torcycles or automobiles.
1. Wet the vehicle thoroughly with water.
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