WARNING |
Forced shifting (without clutch lever pulled in) could cause damage to the engine, transmission and drive train. Such damage
could cause loss of control, which could result in serious injury or death. Always pull the clutch lever fully toward the
handlebars to disengage the clutch before shifting gears. |
This motorcycle is equipped with a six-speed transmission. Neutral is located between first and second gear.
Press downward on the toe lever to shift to a lower gear. Lift upward on the toe lever to shift to a higher gear. Release
the clutch lever after each gear shift.
Shifting to neutral is easiest if the motorcycle is rolling slowly. To shift from first gear to neutral, gently lift the toe
lever a half stroke.
TIP |
The transmission is in neutral if you can move the motorcycle forward or rearward freely without disengaging the clutch. If
the power switch is ON, the neutral indicator illuminates when the transmission is in neutral. |
Shifting Gears While Stationary
To locate neutral when the motorcycle is stationary, use one of the following techniques to load and unload the transmission:
- With the clutch disengaged (lever pulled inward), shift into neutral while rocking the motorcycle forward and rearward.
- With the transmission in first gear, gently release the clutch until it just begins to engage. Apply upward pressure on the
toe lever and quickly pull the clutch inward.
NOTICE |
There is a Neutral indicator light on the instrument cluster. |