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ENGINE STARTING
1. Set the key of the ignition switch to “ ” position.
2. Put the dirt bike in the neutral gear.
3. Ensure that there is fuel in the tank.
4. Set the fuel valve handle to “ON” or “RES” position.
To start a cold engine:
1. Pull up the choke lever of the carburetor
(to close the choke).
2. Start the engine with electric start or kick lever
3. Slightly turn the throttle twist grip to increase the speed of the engine so
as to warm up the engine.
4. Turn the carburetor choke bar downward to fully open the choke when
the engine is sufficiently warmed up.
Procedures for stopping the engine:
1. Release the throttle twist grip to slow down the engine.
2. Shift to the neutral position.
3. Set the ignition switch key to “ ” position.
4. Set the fuel valve handle to “OFF” position.
CAUTION
Unnecessarily increasing RPM’s to a high level while the dirt
bike is in neutral is harmful to the engine.
CAUTION
Verify oil level prior to starting (see page 15)
Starting the engine with low or no oil will damage the engine.
WARNING
Never start the engine in a closed place as the exhausted
gas from the vehicle contains toxic carbon monoxide.
choke lever
CLOSED
OPEN
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