HOW TO RIDE THE MOTORCYCLE 87
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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
○
The transmission is equipped with a
positive neutral finder. When the mo-
torcycle is standing still, the transmis-
sion cannot be 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. T he transmission will
shift only into neutral.
Braking
•
Close the throttle completely, leav-
ing the clutch engaged (except when
shifting gears) so that the e ng ine 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