Triumph XCX, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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How to Ride the Motorcycle
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• A transponder is fitted within the
key to turn off the engine
immobiliser. To ensure the
immobiliser functions correctly,
always have only one of the ignition
keys near the ignition switch. Having
two ignition keys near the switch
may interrupt the signal between
the transponder and the engine
immobiliser. In this situation the
engine immobiliser will remain active
until one of the ignition keys is
removed.
Pull the clutch lever fully into the
handlebar.
Leaving the throttle fully closed, push
the starter button until the engine
starts.
• 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 whilst
the engine is running, and the
transmission is not in neutral then
the engine will stop regardless of
clutch position.
Moving Off
Pull in the clutch lever and select first
gear. Open the throttle a little and let
out the clutch lever slowly. As the clutch
starts to engage, open the throttle a
little more, allowing enough engine
speed to avoid stalling.
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
Do not operate the starter
continuously for more than
five seconds as the starter motor will
overheat and the battery will become
discharged. Wait 15 seconds between
each operation of the starter to allow
for cooling and recovery of battery
power.
Do not let the engine idle for long
periods as this may lead to
overheating which will cause damage
to the engine.
Caution
If the low oil pressure warning
light/message 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.