Suzuki Intruder VL800, Manual

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GEARSHIFT LEVER
This motorcycle has 5-speed
transmission which operates as
shown. To shift properly, squeeze
the clutch lever and close the
throttle at the same time you
operate the gearshift lever. Lift the
front end of the gear shift lever or
depress the rear end of the gear-
shift lever to upshift. Depress the
front end of the gearshift lever to
downshift. Neutral is located
between 1st and 2nd gear. When
neutral is desired, depress or lift
the lever halfway between 1st and
2nd gear.
NOTE: When the transmission is
in neutral, the green indicator light
on the instrument panel will be lit.
However, even though the light is
lit, cautiously and slowly release
the clutch lever to make sure that
the transmission is positively in
neutral.
REAR BRAKE PEDAL
Pressing the rear brake pedal will
apply the rear brake. The brake
light will come on when the rear
brake is operated.