Shifting - Yamaha MTN850-AH Owner's Manual

ing at a speed of 10 km/h (6 mi/h)
or higher.
The quick shift indicator light
should come on when the key is
turned to "ON", and then remain on
after the engine is started.
NOTICE
If a warning or indicator light does
not work as described above, see
page 5-5 for the corresponding
warning and indicator light circuit
check.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position. The neutral indicator
light should come on. If not, ask a
Yamaha dealer to check the elec-
trical circuit.
3. Start the engine by sliding the
switch toward " ".
If the engine fails to start, release
the start/engine stop switch, wait a
few seconds, and then try again.
Each starting attempt should be as
short as possible to preserve the
battery. Do not crank the engine
more than 10 seconds on any one
attempt.
Operation and important riding points
NOTICE
For maximum engine life, never ac-
celerate hard when the engine is
cold!
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Shifting

1. Shift pedal
2. Neutral position
Shifting gears lets you control the
amount of engine power available for
starting off, accelerating, climbing hills,
etc.
The gear positions are shown in the il-
lustration.
TIP
To shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position, press the shift pedal down
repeatedly until it reaches the end of its
travel, and then slightly raise it.
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