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8 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
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8.3 Starting off
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Pull the clutch lever, engage 1st gear, release the clutch lever slowly and simultaneously open the throttle carefully.
8.4 Shifting, riding
Warning
Danger of accidents Abrupt load alterations can cause the vehicle to get out of control.
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Avoid abrupt load alterations and sudden braking actions, and adapt your speed to the road conditions.
Warning
Danger of accidents If you change down at high engine speed, the rear wheel can lock up.
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Do not change into a low gear at high engine speed. The engine races and the rear wheel can lock up.
Warning
Danger of accidents Malfunctions caused by incorrect ignition key position.
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Do not change the ignition key position during a journey.
Warning
Danger of accidents Distraction from traffic activity by adjustments to the vehicle.
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Make all adjustments when the vehicle is at a standstill.
Warning
Risk of injury Falling off of the passenger.
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The passenger must be able to hold himself or herself properly on the passenger seat, to hold onto the rider or to hold onto the
handrails and place his or her feet onto the passenger footrests. Note the regulations governing the minimum age of passengers
in your country.