RIDING YOUR TVS Stryker 125
RIDING Y
OUR TVS Stryk
er 125
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STARTING THE ENGINE
Turn the fuel cock lever to ‘ON’ or ‘RESERVE’ position based
on the availability of fuel in the tank. Insert the control key
into the ignition cum steering lock and turn it to the ‘ON’
position. Wait till the self test cycle of speedometer gets
over.
Keep the transmission in neutral and press the electric
starter switch to start the engine electrically or kick start.
When the engine is cold -
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Pull the choke lever and start the engine using kick
starter with no opening / very less opening of throttle.
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Once the engine is started and running stable, release
the choke lever and ride the vehicle (when the engine is
warm / hot do not use choke).
Do not keep the engine in idling rpm for long and do not open
excessive throttle when engine is idling and the vehicle is parked. It
leads to overheating of engine and damage to the internal
components.
SETTING THE VEHICLE IN MOTION
1. Depress the clutch lever and engage the first gear by
pressing rear end of gear shift lever.
2. Open the throttle slowly and simultaneously release the
clutch lever gently and gradually. The vehicle starts
moving forward.
3. As the vehicle picks up speed, shift to the next higher
gear by closing throttle, applying the clutch and
pressing the gear shift lever rear end once again.
4. Release the clutch lever and open the throttle smoothly.
Select the required gears in similar manner.
Using the transmission
The transmission is provided to keep the engine running
smoothly in its normal operating speed range. The gear
ratios have been carefully chosen to meet the characteristics
of the engine.
The rider should always select the most suitable gear to
achieve the necessary speed and pulling power smoothly.
Riding on hills / gradients
When climbing steep hills, the motorcycle may begin to
slow down and show lack of power. At this point you should
shift to a lower gear so that the engine will again be
Do not run the engine indoors where little or no ventilation
available. Exhaust gases are extremely poisonous.
CAUTION
WARNING
