Suzuki Burgman Series, Owner'S Manual

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“OFF” Position
All electrical circuits are cut off.
The engine will not start. The key
can be removed.
“ON” Position
The ignition circuit is completed
and the engine can now be
started. The key cannot be
removed from the ignition switch.
NOTE: Start the engine promptly
after turning the key to the “ON”
position, or the battery will lose
power due to consumption by the
headlight and taillight.
“LOCK” Position
To lock the steering, turn the han-
dlebar all the way to the left. Push
the key in and turn it to the
“LOCK” position and remove the
key. All electrical circuits are cut
off.
“P” (Parking) Position
When parking the motorcycle,
lock the steering and turn the key
to the “P” position. The key can
now be removed and the position
light and taillight will remain lit and
the steering will be locked. This
position is for night time roadside
parking to increase visibility.

WARNING
Turning the ignition switch to
the “P” (PARKING) or “LOCK”
position while the motorcycle
is moving can be hazardous.
Moving the motorcycle while
the steering is locked can be
hazardous. You could lose your
balance and fall, or you could
drop the motorcycle.
Stop the motorcycle and place
it on the side stand or center
stand before locking the steer-
ing. Never attempt to move the
motorcycle when the steering
is locked.