Basic Operation & Riding - Honda TRX420TM Owner's Manual

This section gives basic riding instructions, including how to start and
stop your engine, and how to use the throttle and brakes. It also provides
important information on riding with cargo.
To protect your new engine and enjoy optimum performance and
service life, refer to Break-in Guidelines (page
Safe Riding Precautions
Off-road Use Only
Keep Hands and Feet on Controls
Control Speed
Use Care on Unfamiliar or Rough Terrain
Do Not Perform Stunts
Starting & Stopping the Engine
Preparation ........................................................................................
Starting Procedure
Flooded Engine
Bank Angle Sensor Ignition Cut-off System
Stalled Engine
How to Stop the Engine
Using the Recoil Starter
Shifting Gears .......................................................................................
Riding in Reverse
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