OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
5-3
5
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Shifting
Shifting gears lets you control the
amount of engine power available for
starting off, accelerating, climbing hills,
etc.
The gear positions are shown in the
illustration.
NOTE:
@
To shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position, press the shift pedal down
repeatedly until it reaches the end of its
travel, and then slightly raise it.
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CAUTION:
@
●
Even with the transmission in
the neutral position, do not
coast for long periods of time
with the engine off, and do not
tow the motorcycle for long dis-
tances. The transmission is
properly lubricated only when
the engine is running. Inade-
quate lubrication may damage
the transmission.
●
Always use the clutch while
changing gears to avoid dam-
aging the engine, transmission,
and drive train, which are not
designed to withstand the
shock of forced shifting.
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Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only)
The recommended shift points during
acceleration are shown in the table
below.
CF-02E
NOTE:
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When shifting down two gears at a
time, reduce the speed accordingly
(e.g., down to 35 km/h when shifting
from 5th to 3rd gear).
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1. Shift pedal
N. Neutral position
Shift point
(km/h)
1st
→
2nd
2nd
→
3rd
3rd
→
4th
4th
→
5th
5th
→
6th
20
30
40
50
60
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