Suzuki Intruder VL800, Manual

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SIDE STAND/IGNITION
INTERLOCK SYSTEM
Check the side stand/ignition
interlock system for proper opera-
tion as follows:
1. Sit on the motorcycle in the
normal riding position, with the
side stand up.
2. Shift into first gear, hold the
clutch in, and start the engine.
3. While continuing to hold the
clutch in, move the side stand
to the down position.
If the engine stops running when
the side stand is moved to the
down position, then the side
stand/ignition interlock system is
working properly. If the engine
continues to run with the side
stand down and the transmission
in gear, then the side stand/igni-
tion interlock system is not work-
ing properly. Have your
motorcycle inspected by an
authorized Suzuki dealer or some
other qualified service mechanic.

WARNING
If the side stand/ignition inter-
lock system is not working
properly, it is possible to ride
the motorcycle with the side
stand in the down position.
This may interfere with rider
control during a left turn and
could cause an accident.
Check the side stand/ignition
interlock system for proper
operation before riding. Check
that the side stand is returned
to its full up position before
starting off.