Suzuki DL650A Owner's Manual page 34

Electric Starter Button "" 3
Use this button to operate the
starter motor. With the ignition
switch in the "ON" position, the
engine stop switch in the ""
position, and the transmission in
neutral, pull in the clutch lever and
push the electric starter button to
start the engine.
NOTE: This motorcycle has a
starter interlock system for the
ignition and starter circuit. The
engine can only be started if:
• The transmission is in neutral
and the clutch is disengaged,
or
• The transmission is in gear,
the side stand is fully up, and
the clutch is disengaged.
NOTE: The headlight will go off
when the electric starter button is
pushed.
CAUTION
To prevent electrical system
damage, do not operate the
starter longer than five sec-
onds at a time.
If the engine does not start
after several attempts, check
the fuel supply and ignition
system. Refer to the TROUBLE-
SHOOTING section in this man-
ual.
Throttle Grip 4
Engine speed is controlled by the
position of the throttle grip. Turn it
toward you to increase engine
speed. Turn it away from you to
decrease engine speed.
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