Starting - Royal Enfield BULLET TRIALS 500 Owner's Manual

STARTING

 Ensure Gear is in Neutral position and the Neutral
lamp is glowing in the speedometer. To shift into
neutral, move the motorcycle back and forth gently,
while simultaneously shifting the gear.
C A U T I O N
Never accelerate the engine immediately after a cold
start. The engine should be allowed to run slowly for
15 to 30 seconds. This will allow the engine to warm up
and let oil reach all surfaces needing lubrication.
Failure to adhere in damage to the engine.
NOTE
It is mandatory, necessary to depress
and hold the Manual Bi-starter for a
minimum of one minute when starting
the engine for the first time in cold
morning, every time when
temperatures are below 10 deg C, and
at higher altitudes to keep the engine
idling RPM steady.
As soon as the engine sufficiently warms
up then Manual Bi-starter should be
released.
Warm up engine for 2 minutes -until

idling is consistent.
USING THE KICK START LEVER
 Slowly Crank Engine with the Kickstarter lever till a
resistance is felt in the lever. Slightly crank slowly
and further till the compression eases over.
Release Kickstarter lever to enable it to come to its

top resting position.
Apply a powerful swinging Kick on the lever to

start the engine. It may be necessary to open the
throttle, very slightly, when starting on choke/first
time in the morning.
Release Choke if applied and allow Engine to run

at idling speed for a few minutes.
the
USING ELECTRIC START
 Depress and Hold the Clutch Lever.
Press Starter Button and hold till

Engine starts. Do not release the
button before Engine starts.
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