1. Stop the engine by turning OFF the engine stop switch on right handlebar.
2. Turn OFF the ignition/headlamp key switch. If the engine should be stalled or stopped in any
way, turn off the ignition/headlamp key switch at once to prevent battery discharge.
3. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position if applicable.
Shifting Gears
Getting Started
The clutch must be fully disengaged before attempting a
gear shift. Failure to fully disengage the clutch can result
in equipment damage. (00182a)
Gear shift pattern is first gear down, next four gears up.
NOTE:
Always start engine with transmission in neutral. Always start motorcycle forward motion from first
gear.
1. With motorcycle engine running and jiffy stand retracted, pull the clutch hand lever in against
handlebar grip to fully disengage clutch.
2. Push the foot shift lever down to end of its travel and release. The transmission is now in
first gear.
3. To start forward motion, release the clutch lever slowly to engage the clutch and at the same
time, open throttle gradually.
Upshift (Acceleration)
Refer to Upshift (Acceleration) Gear Speeds. Engage second gear after the motorcycle has
reached at the appropriate shifting speed.
Upshift (Acceleration) Gear Speeds
GEAR CHANGE MPH KPH
First to second 15 25
Second to third 25 40
Third to fourth 35 55
Fourth to fifth 45 70