1 Shift pedal
N. Neutral
Shifting
The transmission lets you control the
amount of power you have available at a
given speed for starting, accelerating,
climbing hills, etc. The use of the shift
pedal is shown in the illustration.
To start out and accelerate
1. Close the throttle completery.
cC
Always close the throttle while shifting
gears. Otherwise, damage to the engine
and drive train can result.
2. Shift into FIRST gear.
3. Open the throttle gradually.
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