Flooded Engine; Bank Angle Sensor Ignition Cut-Off System - Honda VTX1800R Owner's Manual

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
RUN.
2. Open the throttle fully.
3. Press the start button for 5 seconds.
4. Follow the normal starting procedure.
5. If the engine starts, then open the
throttle slightly if idling is unstable.
If the engine does not start, wait 10
seconds, then follow steps
If the engine still won't start, refer to
Your Engine Quits or Won't Start,
143 .
Starting & Stopping the Engine
1 − 4 again.
If
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Bank Angle Sensor Ignition
Cut-off System
Your motorcycle's banking (lean angle)
sensor system is designed to automatically
stop the engine and fuel pump if the
motorcycle is overturned.
Before restarting the engine, you must
turn the ignition switch to the OFF
position and then back to ON. The engine
will not restart until you perform this
procedure.
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