Starting The Engine - Honda XRE300 Owner's Manual

XRE300 · XRE300A

Starting the Engine

Always follow the proper starting procedure described
below.
This motorcycle is equipped with a side stand ignition
cut-off system. The engine cannot be started if the side
stand is down, unless the transmission is in neutral.
If the side stand is up, the engine can be started in
neutral or in gear with the clutch lever pulled in. After
starting with the side stand down, the engine will shut
off if the transmission is put in gear before raising
the side stand.
To protect the catalytic converter in your motorcycle's
exhaust system, avoid extending idling and the use
of leaded petrol.
Your motorcycle's exhaust contains poisonous carbon
monoxide gas. High levels of carbon monoxide can
collect rapidly in enclosed areas such as a garage.
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed.
Even with the door open, run the engine only long
enough to move your motorcycle out of the garage.
Do not use the electric starter for more than 5 seconds
at a time. Release the start button for approximately
10 seconds before pressing it again.
Preparation
Before starting, insert the key, turn the ignition switch
ON and confirm the following:
The transmission is in neutral (neutral indicator is

ON).
The engine stop switch is at

The PGM-FI malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is

OFF.
(XRE300A)
The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) indicator is ON.

Starting Procedure
This motorcycle is equipped with an automatic idle
control system.
This system automatically adjusts the throttle when
starting the engine.
With the throttle closed, press the start button.
Release the start button as soon as the engine starts.
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(RUN).
(Cont.)