Running In; Starting Up The Engine - Gilera Fuoco 500ie LT Manual

Running in (02_07)

DURING THE FIRST 1000 KM. DO NOT RIDE THE VEHICLE OVER 80% OF ITS
MAX. SPEED. AVOID OPENING THE THROTTLE GRIP COMPLETELY OR KEEP-
ING A CONSTANT SPEED ALONG LONG SECTIONS OF ROAD. AFTER THE
FIRST 1000 KM. INCREASE SPEED PROGRESSIVELY, IF POSSIBLE, UNTIL THE
MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE IS OBTAINED.
CAUTION
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IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE VEHICLE, PLEASE COMPLY WITH THE
RULES LISTED ABOVE.

Starting up the engine (02_08, 02_09, 02_10)

The vehicle is supplied with an ignition cut-off system, activated by the emergency
cut-off switch. The engine cannot be started if the ignition cut-off switch is in the OFF
position
A running engine automatically switches off when the ignition cut-off switch is set to
OFF.
The vehicle is equipped with automatic transmission with direct drive, so that starting
is effected by turning the throttle grip to idle speed; to start-off from stationary position,
progressively twist the throttle grip. The vehicle is equipped with an electrical fuel
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pump that switches on automatically as soon as the engine is started. The vehicle has
a front suspension locking system; a sensor placed under the saddle will prevent the
vehicle riding, but not its starting-up, if the rider is not seated in riding position.
To start-up the engine:
1. Rest the vehicle on its centre-stand, ensuring the rear wheel is not touching the
ground.
2. Maintain the throttle grip "P" completely untwisted.
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