Honda FJ500 Owner's Manual page 34

5.Gear selection
CAUTION:
Return the throttle lever to the Low position and disengage the clutch
before moving the shift lever. Avoid using excessive force on the shift
lever.
Select a gear position in accordance withe the contents of the Gear
Selection Table.
• Always operate the shift lever after the clutch has been disengaged.
• If the shift lever is difficult to operate, squeeze the clutch once and
then disengage the clutch and operate the shift lever again.
• In reverse operation, be especially careful of your feet and observe
the following precautions:
1.Make sure there are no people or obstacles behind you.
2.Lower the engine speed.
3.Hold the handlebar with both hands and support it firmly.
4.Gently engage the clutch and make sure that it can be disengaged
at any time.
SE and SER types:
REVERSE
FORWARD
NEUTRAL
GEAR SHIFTING PLATE
SHIFT LEVER
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