Starting The Engine - Honda XL700V Owner's Manual

STARTING THE ENGINE
Always follow the proper starting
procedure described below.
This motorcycle is equipped with a side
stand ignition cut-off system . The engine
c annot be started if the side stand is
d own , unless the transmission is in
neutral. If the side stand is up, the engine
can be started in neutral or in gear with
t he clutch lever pulled in. After starting
w ith the side stand down, the engine will
shut off if the transmission is put in gear
before raising the side stand.
To protect the catalytic converters in your
m otorcycle's exhaust system, avoid
extending idling and the use of leaded
petrol.
Your motorcycle's exhaust contains
poisonous carbon monoxide gas. High
levels of carbon monoxide can collect
rapidly in enclosed areas such as a
garage.
Do not run the engine with the garage
door closed. Even with the door open, run
the engine only long enough to move your
motorcycle out of the garage.
Do not use the electric starter for more
than 5 seconds at a time. Release the
start button for approximately 10 seconds
before pressing it again.
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