GAS GAS MC65 - 2006, User Manual

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Setting off
Pull on the clutch lever, engage first gear
and slowly release the clutch lever while
also accelerating.
Caution!
Always remove the stand before your child starts to
ride the motorcycle.
Changing gears, driving
First gear is the gear used to set off.
Conditions permitting (traffic, slope, etc), a higher
gear may be engaged. For this, close the throttle, pull
on the clutch lever, engage the next gear, release the
clutch lever and accelerate. When the choke is used,
make sure that it is pushed back once the engine is
warm.
When reducing gear, use the brake if necessary and
close the throttle grip at the same time. Pull on the
clutch lever and drop down to the next gear. Slowly
release the clutch lever and accelerate or reduce gear
again.
Caution!
After a fall with the motorcycle, all the functions should
be checked before starting the bike again.
A damaged lever should always be replaced. Never
repair the lever as this will result in loss of stability.
Warning!
A high engine speed when the engine is cold will have
a negative effect on the engine life. It is better to warm
the engine at medium speed for several kilometres,
and never reduce gear with the throttle fully open, if
the engine races, this may cause damage. In addition,
this may cause the rear wheel to lock, with the resultant
loss of control of the motorcycle.
If, during long descents, the engine is working without
accelerating, open and shut the throttle quickly from
time to time to ensure that the lubricant-petrol mixture
reaches the engine.
In the event of an unusual noise or vibration while
driving the motorcycle, stop immediately, switch off
the engine and contact a GAS GAS dealer.