How to Ride the Motorcycle
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Starting the Engine
All Models except Tiger 1200 XR
02:25
8
6
4
2 0
12 14
25.2
mp/h
HH:MM
RPM
x1000
10
N
2
1
3
1.
Master ignition switch (if equipped)
2.
Engine start/stop switch - QUICK START position
3.
Neutral indicator light
To start the engine:
• Make sure that the master ignition
switch (if equipped) is turned to the
.
• Pull the clutch lever fully into the
handlebar.
• Press and hold the QUICK START
position on the engine start/stop
switch until the engine starts.
• Make sure that the transmission is
in neutral.
The motorcycle is equipped with starter
lockout switches. The switches prevent
the electric starter from operating when
the transmission is not in neutral with
the side stand down.
If the side stand is extended while the
engine is running, and the transmission
is not in neutral then the engine will
stop regardless of clutch position.
Warning
Never start the engine or run the
engine in a confined area.
Exhaust fumes are poisonous and can
cause loss of consciousness and death
within a short period of time.
Always operate your motorcycle in the
open air or in an area with adequate
ventilation.
Caution
If the low oil pressure warning light
illuminates after starting the engine,
stop the engine immediately and
investigate the cause.
Running the engine with low oil
pressure will cause severe engine
damage.
