Startinguptheengine - PIAGGIO X7 125 2012 Manual

Startinguptheengine (02_07, 02_08, 02_09)

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 shuts 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.
In order to start the vehicle:
1. Rest the vehicle on its centre stand, ensuring the rear wheel is not touching the
ground.
2. Keep the throttle grip «L» completely untwisted.
3. Insert the key into the ignition switch «A» and turn it to ON .
4. Make sure that switch «H» is set to RUN.
5. Pull the front brake lever «I» or the rear brake lever «E», then press the starter
button «M».
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WARNING
THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAKES THE REAR WHEEL TURN EVEN
WHEN THE THROTTLE IS SLIGHTLY TWISTED. RELEASE THE BRAKE CARE-
FULLY AFTER STARTING, AND THEN ACCELERATE GRADUALLY.
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