Gilera Runner 125, Manual

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02_05
Running in (02_05)
WARNING
DURING THE FIRST 1000 KM DO NOT RIDE THE VEHICLE OVER 80% OF ITS
MAXIMUM SPEED. AVOID TWISTING THE THROTTLE GRIP FULLY OR KEEP-
ING A CONSTANT SPEED ALONG LONG SECTIONS OF ROAD. AFTER THE
FIRST 1000 KM, GRADUALLY INCREASE SPEED UNTIL REACHING THE MAX-
IMUM PERFORMANCE.
02_06
Starting up the engine (02_06)
The vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission system with a speed variator
and centrifugal clutch. For this reason, the throttle must be slightly untwisted while the
engine is being started; to start-off from stationary position, progressively twist the
throttle grip.
The vehicle is equipped with a fuel pump and a starter that switch on automatically as
soon as the engine is started.
In order to start the engine, it is necessary to pull either the rear brake lever " B " or the
front brake lever " C ", before pressing the starting button, " A ", so as to disengage the
safety switches.
Proceed as follows:
1: Put the scooter on its stand " E "; check that the rear wheel is off the ground.
2: Keep the throttle closed.
3: Insert the key into the ignition switch, " D ", and turn to the ON position.
4: Push the starter button « A » after pulling the rear brake lever « B» or the front brake
lever « C ».
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