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Printed : 1/9/02
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S H I F T I N G G E A R S
CAUTION
When shifting gears, press the shift lever
firmly to make sure the gear engagement is
complete. Careless shifting can result in
incomplete gear engagement and can cause
the transmission to jump out of gear. This can
severely damage the engine.
1.
To engage from NEUTRAL into first gear, pull in
the clutch lever and push down on the shift
lever.
2.
Release the shift lever.
3.
Open the throttle a little and slowly let out the
clutch lever.
4.
To shift into a higher gear, pull in the clutch
lever, push the shift lever up to the next gear,
release the shift lever, then release the clutch
lever.
5.
To shift into a lower gear, pull in the clutch
lever, push down on the shift lever and release
- then release the clutch lever.
B R A K I N G
1.
To brake, close the throttle completely with the
clutch engaged (except when shifting gears) so
the engine will help slow down the vehicle.
2.
Apply the front and rear brakes evenly.
P O S T R I D E C H E C K S
1.
After riding the vehicle, clean it thoroughly and
allow it to dry, and then inspect the entire
vehicle for damage or loose fasteners.
2.
Repair or tighten any damaged or loose
components and lubricate the vehicle.
3.
If the vehicle is damaged and you are unable to
address the problem right away, put a piece of
tape over the START button and attach a note
describing the problem to the handlebar. This is
a recommended step towards preventing of the
vehicle until it is serviced properly.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Down shifting to a lower gear at high speeds.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Tires can lose traction resulting in a loss of vehicle
control. You can be severely injured or killed.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Reduce speed gradually when down shifting.
Never down shift into a lower gear when travelling at
high speeds.
Use a combination of the front and rear brakes and
down shift one gear position at a time when slowing
the vehicle from higher speeds.
POTENTIAL HAZARD(S)
(1) Sudden or uneven brake application
(2) Wet brake system (e.g. discs, pads)
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
(1) If you apply the brakes too quickly or suddenly,
the wheels may slide or skid causing you to lose
control resulting in an accident where you could be
seriously injured or killed.
(2) Wet brakes do not provide the stopping power
needed and therefore are extremely dangerous.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
(1) Apply the front and rear brakes evenly and
gradually. Always consider the surface of the terrain
you are riding on and how it will affect your braking
ability. Concentrate on applying both brakes as hard
as possible without skidding. Shift down or fully
disengage the clutch as necessary to keep the
engine from stalling.
(2) In wet conditions test the brake operation
frequently. When riding in wet conditions, ride the
vehicle at slow speeds and apply the brakes several
times until they are dry and at full power. Before
riding the vehicle make sure the brakes and controls
(e.g., brake lever, brake pedal, clutch lever, engine
stop switch, and throttle) operate properly.