Flooded Engine - Honda 1999 Shadow Aero VT1100C3 Owner's Manual

Starting
&
Stopping the Engine
3. Continue warming up the engine until it
runs smoothly and responds to the
throttle when the choke lever is at fully
OFF (B).
I
NOTICE I
Extended use of the choke may impair
piston and cylinder wall lubrication alld
damage the engine.
Snapping the throttle or fast idling for
more than about 5 minutes at normal air
temperature may cause exhaust pipe
discoloration.
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Basic Operation
& Riding
FloOded Engine
If the engine fails to start after repeated
attempts, it may be flooded with excess
fuel. To clear a flooded engine:
1. Leave the engine stop switch set to
RU .
2. Push the choke lever forward all the
way to fully OFF.
3. Open the throttle fully.
4. Press the start button for 5 seconds.