Suzuki AN650, Manual

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RIDING TIPS
STARTING THE ENGINE
Sit on the motorcycle and retract the
side stand, or place the motorcycle on
the center stand. Insert the ignition
key into the ignition switch and turn it
to the “ON” position. Set the brake
lock.
NOTE: This motorcycle is equipped
with an interlock system for the igni-
tion circuit and the starter circuit. The
engine can only be started if the side
stand is fully up.
NOTE: The fuel supply system stops
the engine when the motorcycle is
overturned. Turn off the ignition switch
before restarting the engine.
When the Engine is Cold:
1. Squeeze the front or rear brake
lever.
2. Close the throttle completely and
push the electric starter switch.
3. After the engine starts, let the
engine run until the engine suffi-
ciently warms up.
When the Engine is Warm:
1. Squeeze the front or rear brake
lever.
2. Close the throttle completely and
push the electric starter switch.
3. After the engine starts, let the
engine run until the engine suffi-
ciently warms up.
When a Warm Engine is Hard to
Start:
1. Squeeze the front or rear brake
lever.
2. Open the throttle grip 1/8 to 1/4,
push the electric starter switch.
3. After the engine starts, let the
engine run until the engine suffi-
ciently warms up.

WARNING
Starting the engine improperly
can be hazardous. Starting the
engine without engaging the
brake lock can allow the motorcy-
cle to move forward as soon as
the engine starts.
Always set the brake lock and
apply the rear brake before start-
ing the engine.