Riding Tips; Starting Off - Suzuki dl650 Owner's Manual

RIDING TIPS
STARTING THE ENGINE
Before attempting to start the engine
make sure:
1.
The transmission is in neutral.
2. The engine stop switch is in thi
"0"
position.
NOTE: This motorcycle is equippe,
with interlock switches for the ignitio,
circuit and the starter circuit.
The engine can only be started if:
The transmission is in neutral ant
the clutch is disengaged, or
The transmission is in gear, th,
side stand is fully up and th,
clutch is disengaged.
3.
Close the throttle completely an(
push the electric starter button.
NOTE: Open the throttle 1/8 and pus1
the electric starter button when thc
engine is hard to start.
Running the engine indoors or in
a garage can be hazardous.
Exhaust gas contains carbon
monoxide, a gas that is colorless
and odorless and can cause death
or severe injury.
Only run the engine outdoors
where there is fresh air.
CAUTION
Running the engine too long with-
out riding may cause the engine to
overheat. Overheating can result
in damage to internal engine com-
ponents and discoloration of
exhaust pipes.
Shut the engine off if you cannot
begin your ride promptly.
TARTING OFF
P -
Riding this motorcycle at exces-
sive speed increases your
chances of losing control of the
motorcycle. This may result in an
accident.
Always ride within the limits of
your skills, your motorcycle, and
the riding conditions.
Removing your hands from the
handlebars or feet from the foot-
rests during operation can be haz-
ardous. If you remove even one
hand or foot from the motorcycle,
fou can reduce your ability to con-
trol the motorcycle.
always keep both hands on the
iandlebars and both feet on the
'ootrests of your motorcycle dur-
ng operation.