Owner´s Manual
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Shifting
Proper shifting can prevent damaging the engine and
transmission.
Upshifting
The upper limit speed of each gear is shown in gear
range.
Upshift to a higher gear before exceeding the upper
limit speed.
Upshifting at speeds higher than the upper limit speed
can cause damage to the engine.
•
Do not downshift when traveling at a speed that
would force the engine to overrev in the next lower
gear; the rear wheel may lose traction, resulting in a
possible loss of vehicle control.
•
Do not shift gears without disengaging the clutch
and closing the throttle. The engine and drive train
could be damaged by overspeed and shock.
•
Do not tow the motorcycle or coast for long
distances while the engine is off.
The transmission will not be properly lubricated and
damage may result.
•
Do not run the engine at high rpm with the
transmission in neutral or the clutch lever pulled in.
Serious engine damage may result.
