GAS GAS MC 450F 2022, Owner'S Manual

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8 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
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Check lock button
1
to ensure it can move easily.
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Bend over the handlebars while sitting on the motorcycle. Grip the
rim and compress the fork. Press lock button
1
and decompress
slowly until the lock button engages in lock ring
2
.
When the fork compresses for the first time, the lock button is
released automatically.
8.6 Starting off
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Pull the clutch lever, engage 1st gear, release the clutch lever slowly and simultaneously open the throttle carefully.
8.7 Shifting, riding
Warning
Danger of accidents If you change down at high engine speed, the rear wheel blocks and the engine races.
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Do not change into a low gear at high engine speed.
Info
If unusual noises occur while riding, stop safely immediately, switch off the engine, and contact an authorized GAS-
GAS Motorcycles workshop.
First-gear is used for starting off and for steep inclines.
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Shift into a higher gear when conditions allow (incline, road situation, etc.). To do so, release the throttle while simulta-
neously pulling the clutch lever, shift into the next gear, release the clutch lever and open the throttle.
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If the cold start button was pushed while starting, open the throttle briefly and release the throttle grip or turn the
throttle grip forward.
The cold start button goes to the basic position.
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After reaching maximum speed by fully opening the throttle grip, turn the throttle back so it is ¾ open. This will barely
reduce the speed, but fuel consumption will be considerably lower.
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Only open the throttle as much as the engine can handle
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abrupt throttle grip opening increases fuel consumption.
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To shift down, apply the brakes and close the throttle at the same time.
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Pull the clutch lever and shift into a lower gear, release the clutch lever slowly, and either open the throttle or shift
again.
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Switch off the engine if you are likely to be running at idle speed or stationary for a long time.
Guideline
≥
1 min
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Avoid frequent or lengthy slipping of the clutch. This causes the engine oil, engine and cooling system to heat up.
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Ride at a low engine speed instead of at a high engine speed with a slipping clutch.