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CONTROLS
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6.10
Choke
M01128-10
Choke
is fitted on the left side of the carburetor.
Activating the choke function frees a drill hole in the carburetor through which the
engine can draw extra fuel. This results in a richer fuel-air mixture, which is needed
for a cold start.
Info
If the engine is warm, the choke function must be deactivated.
Possible states
• Choke function activated
–
The choke lever is pulled out to the stop.
• Choke function deactivated
–
The choke lever is pushed in to the stop.
6.11
Shift lever
401950-10
Shift lever
is mounted on the left of the engine.
401950-11
(All 125/150 models, All XC models)
The gear positions can be seen in the photograph.
The neutral or idle position is between the first and second gears.
401950-13
(250 SX)
The gear positions can be seen in the photograph.
The neutral or idle position is between the first and second gears.
6.12
Kick starter
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401954-10
Kick starter
is fitted on the right side of the engine.
The top part of the kick starter pivots.
Info
Before riding, swing the top part of the kick starter inward toward the engine.
