Consumption - Yamaha TW125 Owner's Manual

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
CAUTION:
G Even with the transmission in
the neutral position, do not
1
coast for long periods of time
with the engine off, and do not
2
tow the motorcycle for long dis-
tances. The transmission is
properly lubricated only when
3
the engine is running. Inade-
quate lubrication may damage
4
the transmission.
G
Always use the clutch while
5
changing gears to avoid damag-
ing the engine, transmission,
6
and drive train, which are not
designed to
7
shock of forced shifting.
8 Recommended shift points (for
Switzerland only)
The recommended shift points during
9
acceleration are shown in the table be-
low.
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Shift up points:
1st → 2nd: 23 km/h (14 mi/h)
2nd → 3rd: 36 km/h (22 mi/h)
3rd → 4th: 50 km/h (31 mi/h)
4th → 5th: 60 km/h (37 mi/h)
NOTE:
When shifting down two gears at a
time, reduce the speed accordingly
[e.g., down to 35 km/h (22 mi/h) when
shifting from 4th to 2nd gear].
withstand the
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Tips

consumption

Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the following
tips to reduce fuel consumption:
G
G
G
G
5-3
for reducing
Turn the starter (choke) off as
soon as possible.
Shift up swiftly, and avoid high en-
gine speeds during acceleration.
Do not rev the engine while shifting
down, and avoid high engine
speeds with no load on the engine.
Turn the engine off instead of let-
ting it idle for an extended length of
time (e.g., in traffic jams, at traffic
lights or at railroad crossings).
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fuel