Starting The Engine - Honda GOLDWING GL1500 Owner's Manual

OPERATION
STARTING THE ENGINE
• Never run the engine in a closed area. The exhaust con-
tains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can cause loss
of consiousness and may lead to death.
• Do not flood the engine by twisting the throttle repeatedly.
The carburetor has an accelerator pump.
NOTE:
• This motorcycle is equipped with an 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 disengaged.
• 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.
• The electric starter will work when the transmission is in
gear with the clutch disengaged.
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 red engine oil pressure warning light is ON.
CAUTION:
• The red oil pressure warning light should go off a few
seconds after the engine starts.lf the light stays on, stop
the engine immediately and check engine oil level.
Operating the engine with insufficient oil pressure can
cause serious engine damage.
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