Honda VFR800 2005, Owner'S Manual

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Basic Operation & Riding
Basic Operation & Riding
This section gives basic riding instructions,
including how to start and stop your
engine, and how to use the throttle, clutch,
and brakes. It also provides important
information on riding with a passenger or
cargo.
To protect your new engine and enjoy
optimum performance and service life,
refer to Break-in Guidelines (page
).
To protect the catalytic converter in your
motorcycle’s exhaust system, avoid
extended idling and the use of leaded
gasoline.
........................ Safe Riding Precautions . 52
............ Starting & Stopping the Engine . 53
......................................... Preparation . 53
............................. Starting Procedure . 54
.................................. Flooded Engine . 55
Bank Angle Sensor Ignition Cut-off
................................................ System . 55
.................... How to Stop the Engine . 56
........................................ Shifting Gears . 57
.................................................. Braking . 59
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
.................... (INTERCEPTOR ABS) . 61
ABS Indicator
.................... (INTERCEPTOR ABS) . 62
................................................... Parking . 63
......... Riding with a Passenger or Cargo . 68
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