General
NOTICE
The engine should be allowed to run slowly for 15-30 seconds. This will allow the engine to warm up and let oil reach all surfaces needing lubrication. Failure to comply can result in engine damage. (00563b)
Rolling the throttle before starting the motorcycle is unnecessary.
Starting
| 1. | Turn ignition switch to IGNITION position. Do not roll the throttle. | |
 WARNINGShift transmission to neutral before starting engine to prevent accidental movement, which could result in death or serious injury. (00044a) | ||
| 2. | See Figure 1. With the security system fob present, turn the off/run switch to RUN position. NOTE The engine lamp lights for approximately 4 seconds. The fuel pump operates for approximately 2 seconds as it fills the fuel lines. | |
| 3. | Squeeze the clutch lever in against the hand grip. Shift transmission to neutral. NOTE To activate the starting system, the clutch interlock circuitry requires that the clutch be disengaged. The clutch lever must be pulled in against the left handlebar grip and/or the transmission must be shifted to the neutral position (with the green neutral lamp lit). The front and/or rear brake must be applied to start the engine in gear and to prevent any movement. | |
| 4. | Apply the front or rear brake. | |
| 5. | Press the engine start switch to start the motorcycle. | |
| 6. | Release the parking brake before riding the motorcycle. See Controls and Indicators → Parking Brake. |
| 1 | Engine off/run switch |
| 2 | Engine start switch |
Figure 1. Right Handlebar Controls