Starting The Engine; Setting The Vehicle In Motion; Using The Transmission - TVS Apache RTR 160 BS-VI Owner's Manual

STARTING THE ENGINE

As you turn the ignition switch to the 'ON' position,
the instrument cluster and the warning lights will go
through the self-diagnostic cycle. During this phase,
make sure that all the warning lights on the cluster
comes on.
The following conditions must be verified before
starting the engine.
Availability of adequate amount of fuel.
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The engine cut off switch is in '
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The gear is in neutral.
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If the gears are engaged, the clutch lever is
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pulled.
Press the start button without applying the throttle.
As soon as the engine starts, release the start button.
The engine will not start if the throttle is opened full.
Do not keep the engine in idling rpm for long.
Do not open excessive throttle when the vehicle is
parked. It leads to overheating of engine and damage to
the internal components.

SETTING THE VEHICLE IN MOTION

Press the clutch lever and engage first gear by
pressing the gearshift lever down.
Open the throttle slowly and simultaneously, release
the clutch lever gently and gradually. The vehicle
starts moving forward.
As the vehicle picks up speed, shift to the next higher
gear by closing the throttle, applying the clutch and
lifting the gear shift lever up.
Release the clutch lever and open the throttle
' position.
smoothly. Select the required gears in a similar
manner.

Using the transmission

The transmission is provided to keep the engine to
run smoothly in its normal operating speed range.
The gear ratios have been carefully chosen to meet
the characteristics of the engine. The rider should
always select the most suitable gear to achieve the
necessary speed and pulling power smoothly.
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