Yamaha XS850G Owner's Manual page 26

NOTE:
At this time the neutral indicator light (green)
and the oil pressure indicator light (red)
should be on. If the lights do not come on ask
your Yamaha dealer to inspect.
4. Operate the starter (CHOKE) by pulling
up. Completely close the throttle grip.
5. Start the engine either by pushing the
starter button (or by using the kick
crank).
NOTE:
If the engine fails to start, release the starter
button, then push the starter button again.
Pause a few seconds before the next attempt.
Each cranking should be as short as possible
to preserve battery energy. Do not crank the
engine more than 10 seconds on each
attempt.
If the engine does not start with the starter
motor, use the kick starter to start the engine.
The oil pressure indicator light should
go off after the engine is started.
If the indicator light flickers or remains
on, immediately stop the engine and
check the engine oil level and for oil
leakage.
If necessary, replenish oil, restart the
engine, and check to see that the oil
pressure indicator light goes off.
If the light does not go off even with
sufficient oil in the crankcase, consult
your Yamaha dealer or other qualified
mechanic.
6. After starting the engine, push back
the starter half-way (warm-up position).
NOTE:
To get maximum engine life, always "warm-
up" the engine before starting off. Never
accelerate hard with a cold engine!
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