Shifting Gears - Honda PIONEER SXS1000 2016 Owner's Manual

Basic Operation
To stop the engine, turn the ignition switch to the OFF (w) position.
Remember to shift into the park (P) position and remove the key if
you plan to leave the vehicle.

Shifting Gears

You can move forward or in reverse by shifting the shift select lever
from P or N, to R, H, or L.
Your Honda SXS is equipped with a dual clutch transmission, which
is an automatically controlled 6-speed transmission.
(Except for SXS1000M3)
When the shift select lever is in the high-range (H) or low-range (L)
position, you can switch between AT mode and MT mode by
pressing the AT/MT switch. In AT mode, you can use the shift
paddles to temporarily select a gear.
To avoid damaging the transmission, move the shift select lever only
when the vehicle is stopped and the engine is idling.
Select a driving mode appropriate for your driving environment and
driver visibility.
NOTICE
Under extreme constant high load usage, the temperature of the
clutch can rise over the allowable temperature limit for the clutch
material. In this usage condition, clutch slippage and burning may
occur.
To avoid damaging the clutch, follow the proper usage of the sub-
transmission dual range as described.
To prevent clutch damage, do not use the throttle to hold the vehicle
stationary on an incline or try to tow an immovable object.
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