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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Shifting
Shifting
Shifting gears lets you control the
amount of engine power available for
starting off, accelerating, climbing
hills, etc.
The gear positions are shown in the
illustration.
NOTE:
To shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position, press the shift pedal
down repeatedly until it reaches the
end of its travel, and then slightly
raise it.
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Even with the transmission in
the neutral position, do not
coast for long periods of time
with the engine off, and do not
tow the motorcycle for long
distances. The transmission is
properly lubricated only when
the engine is running.
Inadequate lubrication may
damage the transmission.
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Always use the clutch while
changing gears to avoid dam-
aging the engine, transmis-
sion, and drive train, which are
not designed to withstand the
shock of forced shifting.
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Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only)
Shift points (for Switzerland only)
The recommended shift points during
acceleration are shown in the table
below.
NOTE:
When shifting down two gears at a
time, reduce the speed accordingly
(e.g., down to 35 km/h when shifting
from 4th to 2nd gear).
1
5
4
3
2
N
1
1.
Shift pedal
N. Neutral position
Shift point (km/h)
1st
→
2nd
23
2nd
→
3rd
36
3rd
→
4th
50
4th
→
5th
60
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