Before starting, always check that the engine is in <<neutral>>.
Warm start
Follow the same procedure as that for the cold start but without the "CHOKE* control in the start position (<< 1>>, fig. 4).
ATTENTION I !- The starter motor should not be operated for more than 5 seconds; if the engine doesn't start, wait for 10 seconds before the following starting
operation. Anyway act on the starter button A in fig. 6 only with the engine completely stopped.
On the way
To change gear, shut the throttle, disengage the clutch fully and engage the next gear; then engage the clutch gradually while opening the throttle.
The gear change pedal should be operated firmly and surely.
When changing down use the brakes gradually and close the throttle gradually to avoid over-revving the engine, when releasing the clutch lever.
Stopping the motorcycle
Close the throttle and use the brakes; just as the vehicle is about to stop disengage the clutch. These three operations should be carefully coordinated to maintain
full control of the vehicle.
When slowing down in normal conditions, use the gearbox to provide engine braking to slow the vehicle; take care not to over-revving the engine. Use the
brakes (especially the front brake) with particular care when roads are slippery or wet.
To stop the engine, turn the ignition switch till the position OFF (see fig. 3).
Parking
On badly lit roads, leave the parking lights on.
Turn the key switch to position P (see figure 3),
and the light switch <<A>> in fig. 4 to position . and
remove the key from the switch.
BREAK-IN
During the break-in period follow the rules below: before moving off, allow the engine to warm up by idling for a while, the time depending upon the
temperature; avoid exceeding the break-in speeds shown in the table below, bearing in mind that whilst observing these limits, it is good practice not to ride at a
constant speed, but to vary it often; before stopping, decelerate gradually, to avoid subjecting the engine components to abrupt temperature changes; bear in
mind that complete bedding-in of the components, which will allow full and long lasting enjoyment of the motorcycle, is achieved only after several thousands
of miles.