clutch lever and open the throttle again. Select higher
gears in this manner until top gear is reached.
B
WARNING
Before starting the motorcycle, make sure its side
stand is in the corresponding highest position
rather than any other position.
B
WARNING
Put on a safety helmet, safety goggles and high-
visibility clothes before riding.
B
WARNING
Do not ride the motorcycle after drinking alcohol or
taking medication.
B
WARNING
Slow down when the road is slippery or the
visibility is poor.
B
CAUTION
If the first gear of the transmission is not used
when starting the motorcycle, the engine will be
damaged.
Thus, it is necessary to start the
motorcycle with the first gear.
USING THE TRANSMISSION
The transmission is provided to keep the engine operating
smoothly in its normal operating speed range.
The
gear ratios have been carefully chosen to meet the
characteristics of the engine. The rider should always
select the most suitable gear for the prevailing conditions.
Never slip the clutch to control road speed, but rather
downshift to allow the engine to run within its normal
operational range.
B
WARNING
Downshifting when engine revs are too high can:
Cause the rear wheel to skid and lose traction
due to increased engine braking, resulting in an
accident; or
Force the engine to over rev in the low gear,
resulting in engine damage.
Downshifting while the motorcycle is leaned over
in a corner may cause rear wheel skid and result in
loss of control.
B
CAUTION
No matter which gear is chosen, never make the
engine rev too high, never use half clutch or have
the motorcycle slide, otherwise internal parts of the
engine tend to become damaged.
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