92 HOW TO RIDE TH E MOTORCYCLE
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Vehicle speed when shifting
Shifting u
p
km/h (mph)
1st → 2nd
15 (9)
2nd → 3rd
25 (15)
3rd → 4th
35 (21)
4th → 5th
45 (27)
5th → 6th
55 (34)
Shifting down km/h (mph)
6th → 5th 30 (19)
5th → 4th 25 (15)
4th → 3rd 20 (12)
3rd → 2nd 15 (9)
2nd → 1st 15 (9)
NOTE
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The transmission is equipped with a
positive neutral finder. When the mo-
torcycle is standing still, the transmis-
sion cannot b e shifted past neutral
from 1st gear. To use the positive
neutral finder, shift down to 1st gear,
then lift up on the shift pedal while
standing still. The transmission will
shift only into neutral.
Braking
•
Close the throttle completely, leav-
ing the clutch engaged (except when
shifting gears) so that the e ngine will
help slow down the motorcycle.
•
Shift down one gear at a time so that
you are in 1st gear when you come
to a complete stop.
•
When stopping, always apply both
brakes at the same time. Normally