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ATTENTION
Do not shift gears without pulling the clutch in and
closing the throttle. The engine and transmission
could be damaged.
5. Repeat the same sequence to progressively shift
into the other gears.
6. Raise the gearshift pedal to shift into a higher gear
and depress it to shift into a lower gear. Each touch
on the gearshift pedal changes to the next gear, in
sequence. The pedal returns automatically to the
horizontal position when released.
WARNING
Do not downshift while running at high engine speed.
Besides subjecting the engine to excessive strain,
the sudden deceleration may cause momentary
wheel lock and loss of motorcycle control.
7. To decelerate smoothly and progressively, apply the
brakes and close the throttle in coordination with
the gear shifting.
8. Apply front and rear brakes simultaneously. Extreme
application of brake controls may cause wheel lock,
reducing brake efficiency and impairing motorcycle
control.
ATTENTION
• • • • • Do not tow the motorcycle or coast for long
distances while the engine is off. The transmission
will not be properly lubricated and damage may
result.
• • • • • Do not open the throttle with the transmission in
neutral or the clutch pulled in; otherwise the
engine may be seriously damaged.
NOTE
When the engine is at idle, the battery is not charged.
Do not let the engine idle for long periods.
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