1-4 GENERAL INFORMATION
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
STARTING THE ENGINE
Inspect the transmission oil level, coolant level and air cleaner
condition before starting the engine.
When the engine is cold:
1) Turn the fuel valve lever to the “ON” position.
2) Shift the transmission into neutral.
3) Pull the starter knob 1.
4) Close the throttle grip completely and depress the kick
starter lever forcefully.
5) Return the starter knob when the engine revs at steady
speed.
When the engine is warm:
1) Turn the fuel valve lever to the “ON” position.
2) Shift the transmission into neutral.
3) Open the throttle 1/8 – 1/4 turn and depress the kick starter
lever forcefully.
To restart after the motorcycle has fallen:
1) Shift the transmission into neutral.
2) Open the throttle completely and depress the kick starter
lever forcefully.
3) Close the throttle gradually as engine speed increases.
4) Wait until engine revs smoothly.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
1) Shift the transmission into neutral.
2) Turn the fuel valve lever to the “OFF” position.
3) Push the engine stop switch 1 to stop the engine.
CAUTION
Racing the engine in neutral will exceed the engine
speed limit. Exceeding the engine speed limit can
damage the engine moving parts.
Do not race the engine at high speed to avoid the
engine damage.
WARNING
Leaving the fuel valve in the “ON” position may cause
carburetor overflow. This can cause a fire or severe
engine damage when you start the engine.
Always leave the fuel valve in the “OFF” position
when the engine is not running.
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