WARNING!
When riding on wet or icy roads, braking effi ciency
is greatly reduced. Exercise caution when riding
immediately after the start of a rainfall as oil from the
road surface combines with the water. Avoid riding along
the painted lines on a roadway when the surface of the
roadway is wet.
When descending a long, steep grade, downshift to a
lower gear to use the engine compression to help slow
the motorcycle. Avoid using the brakes exclusively and
continuously when descending a long, steep grade as this
may overheat the brakes, resulting in reduced braking
effi
ciency.
WARNING!
If you feel a sudden signifi cant vibration or ride
disturbance, or you suspect that possible damage to
your motorcycle has occurred, you should turn on the
hazard warning fl ashers, carefully slow down and ride
with caution to an area which is a safe distance from
the roadway. Then, inspect the motorcycle and tires
for possible damage. If the motorcycle or tires appear
unsafe, do not continue to ride.
Starting the Engine
WARNING!
Prior to starting the engine, always make sure the
transmission is in neutral and the clutch is disengaged.
Starting the engine when the transmission is not
in neutral may cause accidental movement which
could result in personal injury and damage to the
motorcycle.
Chief Cool Engine Starting
After a cold start, the engine should be warmed
up for 30 seconds minimum at low RPM. Do not
run the engine above 2500 RPM immediately after
a cold start. Do not open throttle when starting
engine. Idle speed is computer controlled and idle
speed will adjust automatically depending on engine
temperature and air temperature.
1. Place the engine stop switch in the RUN
position.
2. Ensure that the throttle is
fully closed
.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
4. Disengage clutch.
5. Press the starter switch to activate the electric
starter.
After an initial 30 second to 1 minute warm-up
period, begin riding
Starting and Riding
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