Yamaha 2001 V Star XVS650A, Owner'S Manual

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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Engine stop switch
Set this switch to “
” to stop the en-
gine in case of an emergency, such as
when the motorcycle overturns or
when the throttle cable is stuck.
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Clutch lever
The clutch lever is located at the left
handlebar grip. To disengage the
clutch, pull the lever toward the handle-
bar grip. To engage the clutch, release
the lever. The lever should be pulled
rapidly and released slowly for smooth
clutch operation.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch switch, which is part of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system. (See page
3-16 for an explanation of the ignition
circuit cut-off system.)
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Shift pedal (XVS650)
The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine and is used in com-
bination with the clutch lever when
shifting the gears of the 5-speed con-
stant-mesh transmission equipped on
this motorcycle.
1. Clutch lever 1. Shift pedal
XVS650
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