2. Use of the vehicle
USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
CHAPTER 2
USE OF THE VEHICLE
2-Strokes - Edition 01 / 2023
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Kickstarter lever
Rotate the kickstarter lever “1” away from the engine. With
your foot, gently press the lever down until the gears engage,
then press firmly and sharply to start the engine.
This model has a primary kickstarter lever so the
engine can be started in any gear if the clutch is
disengaged. In normal practices, however, shift to
neutral before starting.
Shift pedal (XX 250 version)
The gear ratios of the constant-mesh 5 speed
transmission are ideally spaced.
The gears can be shifted by using the shift pedal “1” on the
left side of the engine.
Shift pedal (XX 125 / XE 125 versions)
The gear ratios of the constant-mesh 6 speed
transmission are ideally spaced.
The gears can be shifted by using the shift pedal “1” on the
left side of the engine.
Clutch lever
The clutch lever “1” is located on the left handlebar; it
disengages or engages the clutch. Pull the clutch lever to the
handlebar to disengage the clutch, and release the lever to
engage the clutch.
The lever should be pulled rapidly and released slowly for
smooth starts.