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INSPECTION BEFORE SETTING OFF
STARTING THE ENGINE
For greater safety, place the vehicle on its central stand
before starting the engine.
• The driver must carry the smart key key on his/her person.
• Turn the rotating knob to "ON". The lighted surround lights
up steadily.
• Ensure that the emergency stop button is in the
position.
• Wait for the end of the instrument panel self-test.
• Ensure that the throttle is in the OFF position.
• Press one of the brake levers while pressing the starter
button . Do not press the starter for more than
10 seconds.
• Release the starter button as soon as the engine starts.
DRIVING
Starting off
The vehicle is on its stand with the engine running.
• Hold the handlebar with the left hand and the grab handle
with the right hand and push the vehicle forwards to fold
the central stand.
• Sit on the vehicle.
• Release the electric parking brake if necessary.
• To start the vehicle, gradually twist the throttle with your
right hand.
Accelerating and decelerating
To accelerate, turn the throttle towards (A). To slow down,
turn the throttle towards (B).
Component Checks
Fuel
• Check the fuel level in the tank.
• Top up with fuel if necessary.
• Check that there is no fuel leak.
Engine oil
• Check the level of the engine oil.
• If necessary, top up with the
recommended oil.
Coolant
• Check the coolant level in the
header tank.
Disk brakes
• Check brake operation.
• Have an approved dealer check
them if they feel soft.
• Check brake pad wear.
• Check the level of brake fluid in
the reservoir.
Lighting,
signalling,
indicators, horn
• Check operation.
• Correct if necessary.
Wheels and tyres
• Check the tyre wear and condition.
• Check the tyre pressures cold.
• Correct if necessary.
Throttle
• Check the throttle handle turns
smoothly and returns correctly to
its starting position.
Steering
• Check the free rotation of the
steering.
Stand
• Check that the central stand can
be unfolded smoothly.
In certain conditions, the smart key key
may not function if the vehicle is located
in
an area subjected to high
electromagnetic radiation.
To avoid any accident, do not leave the
vehicle unattended while the engine is
running.
For your safety and that of the vehicle,
ride onto or off pavements facing straight
at the kerb and at very low speed, with the
handlebars
and wheels straight.
Preferably get off the vehicle to do so.
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