Using The Transmission - HYOSUNG GV 650 EFI Owner's Manual

Pull the clutch lever and pause momen-
tarily. Engage first gear by depressing the
gearshift lever downward.
Turn the throttle grip toward you and at
the same time release the clutch lever gen-
tly and smoothly. As the clutch engages,
the motorcycle will start moving forward.
To shift to the next higher gear, accelerate
gently, then close the throttle and pull the
clutch lever simultaneously. Lift the
gearshift lever upward to select the next
gear and release the clutch lever and open
the throttle again.
Select the gears in this manner until fifth
gear is reached.
WARNING
Downshifting while the motorcycle is
leaned over in a corner may cause rear
wheel skid and loss of control.
Reduce your speed and downshift
before entering corner.
WARNING
Do not operate the ignition switch of its
"OFF" position, the steering lock to lock
or the engine stop switch of its "
position while driving at one' s pleasure.

USING THE TRANSMISSION

The transmission is provided to keep the
engine operating smoothly in its normal
operating speed range. The gear ratios
have been carefully chosen to meet the
characteristics of the engine. The rider
should always select the most suitable gear
for the prevailing conditions.
Downshifting when engine speed is too
high can ;
● cause the rear wheel to skid and lose
traction due to increased engine
braking, resulting in an accident ; or
● force the engine to overrev in the
lower gear, resulting in engine dam-
age.
Reduce speed before downshifting.
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