Radical Sportscars RXC, Handbook, Page: 28 / 44

Driving your RXC
STARTING THE ENGINE
Press the electrical master to switch on. Then turn
the steering column key clockwise, unlocking the
steering column and illuminating the
dashboard lights.
Upon turning on the ignition, a buzzing noise
may be heard from the rear bodywork; this is
the paddleshift compressor system charging
and is normal. From time to time in traffic and
on the road this will activate to charge the
paddleshift system.
With the engine cold or warm: With the car in
neutral, turn on the ignition key, push start button
until the engine fires. There is no need to press the
throttle.
Do not depress the clutch when starting
the vehicle.
MOVING OFF
The Radical RXC is fitted with a seven-speed
steering wheel-mounted paddle-shift system. It is
possible to flatshift when you are changing up the
gearbox and to have clutchless downchanges.
You will need to use the clutch to engage first
gear, to pull away from stationary and when
stopping the car. To select first gear, depress the
clutch and pull the right-hand paddle, release the
handbrake and the clutch gently to pull away.
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