RIDING YOUR TVS StaR HLX 150
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OUR TVS StaR HLX 150
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WARNING
CAUTION
Setting the vehicle in motion
Depress the clutch lever and engage first gear by pressing
the front end of the gearshift lever downward by toe. Twist
the throttle grip towards you and simultaneously release
the clutch lever gently and gradually.
The vehicle will start moving forward. As the vehicle picks up
speed, shift to the next higher gear by closing the throttle,
pulling the clutch lever in and pressing the front end of the
gear shift lever downwards once again. Release the clutch
lever and open the throttle again. Select the required gears
in similar manner.
Using the transmission
The transmission is provided to keep the engine 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.
Starting the engine
Turn the fuel cock lever to the ‘ON’ or ‘RESERVE’ position
based on availability of fuel in fuel tank. Insert control key
into the ignition switch cum steering lock and turn it to ‘ON’
position.
Make sure that the transmission is in neutral
position press the electric starter switch to start the engine
electrically and kick start the engine.
When the engine is cold
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Pull the choke lever towards left and start the engine.
Let the engine to idle in choke applied condition.
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Onc
e the engine is warm, release the choke lever to its
original position.
Do not run the engine indoors where little or no ventilation
available. Exhaust gas is extremely poisonous.
Do not keep the engine in idling rpm for long and do not open
excessive throttle when engine is idling, it leads to overheating of
the engine and damage to internal components.
