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Starting the engine
Insert the control key into the ignition cum steering
lock and turn it to the ‘ON’ position.
Ensure availability of fuel in the tank. Keep the
transmission in neutral and press the electric starter
switch to start the engine electrically or kick start.
When the engine is cold
1. Start the engine using kick starter with no
opening / very less opening of throttle.
2. Once the engine is started and running stable
ride the vehicle.
Once the vehicle is started, engine idling rpm will be
high and will stabilize gradually. Do not keep the engine
in idling rpm for long and do not open excessive throttle
when engine is idling and the vehicle is parked. It
leads to overheating of engine and damage to internal
components.
Setting the vehicle in motion
1. Depress the clutch lever and engage the first
gear by pressing rear end of gear shift lever.
2. Open the throttle slowly and simultaneously
release the clutch lever gently and gradually. The
vehicle starts moving forward.
3. As the vehicle picks up speed, shift to the next
higher gear by closing the throttle, applying the
clutch and pressing the gear shift lever rear end
once again.
4. Release the clutch lever and open the throttle
smoothly. Select the required gear in similar
manner.
Using the transmission
The transmission is provided to keep the engine to
run smoothly in its normal operating speed range.
The gear ratios have been carefully chosen to meet
the characteristics of the engine.
The rider should always select the most suitable gear
to achieve the necessary speed and pulling power
smoothly.
Do not run the engine indoors where little or no ventilation
available. Exhaust gases are extremely poisonous.
