RIDING INSTRUCTIONS 8
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If the motorcycle is unwilling to start, the cause can be old fuel in the float chamber. The flammable ele-
ments of the fuel evaporate after a long time of standing.
If the float chamber is filled with fresh fuel, the engine starts immediately.
The motorcycle has been out of use for more than 1 week
– Empty the carburetor float chamber. ( p. 120)
(All SX models)
– Turn tap handle of the fuel tap to the ON position.
Fuel can flow from the fuel tank to the carburetor.
– Remove the plug-in stand.
– Shift the transmission to idle.
Condition
The engine is cold
– Pull the choke lever out as far as possible.
– Press the kick starter robustly through its full range.
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Do not open the throttle.
(All XC models)
– Turn tap handle of the fuel tap to the ON position.
Fuel can flow from the fuel tank to the carburetor.
– Remove the motorcycle from the side stand.
– Shift the transmission to idle.
Condition
The engine is cold
– Pull the choke lever out as far as possible.
– Press the electric starter button or press the kick starter robustly through its full range.
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Do not open the throttle.
8.3 Starting off
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The plug-in stand must be removed before riding.
While riding, the side stand must be folded up and secured with the rubber band.
– Pull the clutch lever, shift into first gear, release the clutch lever slowly and at the same time open the throt-
tle gently.