How To Ride The Motorcycle
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To Stop the Engine
Caution
The engine should normally be stopped
by turning the ignition switch to the
OFF position. The engine stop switch is
for emergency use only. Do not leave
the ignition switched on with the
engine stopped. Electrical damage may
result.
Close the throttle completely.
Select neutral.
Turn the ignition switch off.
Select first gear.
Position the motorcycle on a firm, level
surface with the side stand (see
35).
To Start the Engine
Warning
Never start the engine or run the
engine in a confined area. Exhaust
fumes are poisonous and can cause
loss of consciousness and death within
a short period of time. Always operate
your motorcycle in the open air or in
an area with adequate ventilation.
Caution
Do not operate the starter
continuously for more than five
seconds as the starter motor will
overheat and the battery will become
discharged. Wait 15 seconds between
each operation of the starter to allow
for cooling and recovery of battery
power.
Do not let the engine idle for long
periods as this may lead to overheating
which will cause damage to the engine.
Caution
The low oil pressure warning light
should go out shortly after the engine
starts.
If the low oil pressure warning light
stays on after starting the engine, stop
the engine immediately and investigate
the cause. Running the engine with low
oil pressure will cause severe engine
damage.
