How to Ride the Motorcycle
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Note:
• A transponder is installed within
the key to turn off the engine
immobilizer. Only have one of the
ignition keys near the ignition
switch. Having two ignition keys
near the switch may interrupt the
signal between the transponder
and the engine immobilizer. In this
situation the engine immobilizer will
remain active until one of the
ignition keys is removed.
Moving Off
Pull in the clutch lever and select first
gear. Open the throttle a little and let
out the clutch lever slowly. As the
clutch starts to engage, open the
throttle a little more, allowing enough
engine speed to avoid stalling.
Shifting Gears
Warning
Do not shift to a lower gear at speeds
that will cause excessive engine rpm
(r/min). This can lock the rear wheel
causing loss of motorcycle control and
an accident.
Engine damage may also be caused.
Shifting down should be done such
that low engine speeds will be ensured.
Warning
With the traction control enabled, it will
limit the amount of front wheel lift and
rear wheel slip.
If the traction control is not
functioning or disabled, avoid opening
the throttle too far or too fast in any
of the lower gears as this can lead to
the front wheel lifting from the ground
(pulling a wheelie) and to the rear tire
breaking traction (wheel spin).
Always open the throttle cautiously,
particularly if you are unfamiliar with
the motorcycle, as a wheelie or loss of
traction will cause loss of motorcycle
control and an accident.
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