Starting – Engine warm-up

2 -	Starting – Engine warm-up

Starting the engine

This vehicle is equipped with automatic cold start (Stepper motor).

This function automatically warms up the engine.

Please refer to Sect. M 3, Stepper motor, for more details on stepper motor operation.

Set the ignition key to ON. Make sure both the green light and the red light on the instrument panel come on (Sect. P 7, Instrument panel system).

Let the engine start without using the throttle.

The oil pressure light (1) should go out a few seconds after the engine has started. If the light stays on, stop the engine and check oil level (Sect. P 7, Instrument panel system).

Never start the engine when oil pressure is too low.

This model is equipped with a servoignition system, and the engine is started by pressing the button (2) and releasing it immediately.

When the button (2) is pressed, the servoignition system automatically cranks the engine for a maximum period of time that varies depending on engine temperature. Once the engine has started, the system prevents the starter motor from turning over.

If the engine fails to start, allow at least 2 seconds before pressing the button (2) again.

Do not rev up the engine when it is cold. Allow some time for oil to warm up and reach all points that need lubricating.

The motorcycle can be started with the side stand down and the gearbox in neutral, or with a gear engaged, the side stand up and the clutch lever pulled in.