Suzuki Burgman Series, Owner'S Manual

Page: 59 / 141

5-2
RIDING TIPS
STARTING THE ENGINE
Sit on the motorcycle and retract
the side stand, or place the motor-
cycle on the center stand. Insert
the ignition key into the ignition
switch and turn it to the “ON” posi-
tion. Set the brake lock.
NOTE: This motorcycle is
equipped with an interlock system
for the ignition 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 motor-
cycle 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 suf-
ficiently 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 suf-
ficiently 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 suf-
ficiently warms up.

WARNING
Starting the engine improperly
can be hazardous. Starting the
engine without engaging the
brake lock can allow the motor-
cycle to move forward as soon
as the engine starts.
Always set the brake lock and
apply the rear brake before
starting the engine.