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GEAR SHIFTING, RIDING AND STOPPING
CAUTION
If the clutch lever is
released abruptly and
throttle opening is
done insufficiently the
motorcycle will have a
rough start and cause
the engine to stall.
If the acceleration is very high and clutch lever is
released abruptly, it will cause motorcycle to move
suddenly, which will lead to loss of control leading
to an accident resulting in injury and or loss of life to
rider / other road users / passed by, besides damage
to the motorcycle.
Always exercise utmost caution while releasing
clutch and riding the motorcycle.
Follow the recommended upshifting and downshift-
ing speeds.
NOTE
Always start motorcycle with the gear in neutral
condition.
Always move the motorcycle in first gear position only.
When the engine speed decreases or while climbing
a gradient or running at a reduced speed, shift to the
appropriate lower gear to prevent the engine from
stalling or straining to pull.
The clutch lever must be fully depressed, throttle
modulated and immediately shifted to next gear as
per recommended gear shifting speeds.
Failure to follow the above may cause a rough start or
stalling or improper gear shifting of the engine besides
causing damage to transmission parts.
Always Shift gears to neutral position just before
bringing the vehicle to a complete stop.
Close throttle fully and release the clutch lever slowly
ensuring the motorcycle is in neutral position and neu-
tral lamp is glowing.
Stop the motor cycle in a safe place,turn OFF ignition
and stitch OFF engine kill switch.
Royal Enfield Meteor 350
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