Starting The Engine - Honda NX500 Owner's Manual

STARTING THE ENGINE
This motorcycle is equipped with a side
stand ignition cut-off system. The engine
cannot be started if the side stand is down ,
unless the transmission is in neutral. If the
side stand is up, the engine can be started
in neutral or in gear with the clutch lever
pulled in. After starting with the side
stand down, the engine will shut off if the
transmission is put in gear before raising
the side stand.
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• Never run the engine in an
enclosed area. The exhaust
contains poisonous carbon
monoxide gas that can cause loss
of consciousness and lead to
death.
NOTE:
· • Do not use the electric starter for more
than 5 seconds at a time. Release the
starter button for approximately 10
seconds before pressing it again.
Preparation
Before starting, insert the key, turn the
ignition switch ON and confirm the
following:
• The transmission is in NEUTRAL
(neutral indicator light ON).
• The engine stop switch is at RUN.
• The fuel cock is ON.
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