TVS RAIDER Owner's Manual page 70

Starting the engine
Ensure the availability of the fuel in the tank. Insert
the control key into the ignition cum steering lock and
turn it to the 'ON' position. After fuel pump priming
(approx. few secs) keep the transmission in neutral
and press the electric starter switch to start the
engine. If the gear is engaged, press the clutch lever
and retract the side stand before pressing the electric
starter switch.
When the engine is cold
1. Start the engine with no opening / very less
opening of throttle.
2. Once the engine is started and running stable
ride the vehicle.
Caution
Once the vehicle is started, engine idling rpm will be
high and will stabilize gradually. Do not open excessive
throttle when engine is idling and the vehicle is parked.
It leads to overheating of engine and damage to internal
components.
Warning
Do not run the engine indoors where little or no ventilation
available. Exhaust gases are extremely poisonous.
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Setting the vehicle in motion
1. Depress the clutch lever and engage the first
gear by pressing gear shift lever down.
2. Open the throttle slowly and simultaneously
release the clutch lever gently and gradually. The
vehicle starts moving forward.
3. 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.
4. Release the clutch lever and open the throttle
smoothly. Select the required gear in 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.