Operation And Important Riding Points; Starting And Warming Up A Cold Engine - Yamaha XS850G Owner's Manual

OPERATION AND
IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS
-CAUTION:
1.
Before riding this motorcycle, be-
come thoroughly familiar with all
operating controls and their func-
tion. Consult your Yamaha dealer or
other qualified mechanic regarding
any control or function you do not
thoroughly understand.
2.
Be careful where you store personal
items on the motorcycle. Avoid
blocking the air cleaner intake or
performance will suffer.
3. Be careful not to put anything near
the battery and its terminals. Elec-
trical failure and acid corrosion may
result.
1.
Never start your engine or let it run
for any length of time in a closed
area. The exhaust fumes are poison-
ous and can cause loss of conscious-
ness and death within a short time.
Always operate your motorcycle in
an area with adequate ventilation.
2.
Before starting out, always be sure
the side stand is up. Failure to re-
tract the side stand completely can
result in a serious accident when
you try to turn a corner.

Starting and warming up a cold engine

1. Shift transmission into neutral.
2. Turn the fuel petcock to "ON".
3. Turn the ignition key to the "I" position
and the engine stop switch to "RUN".