Starting Off; Shifting, Riding; Applying The Brakes; Stopping, Parking - Husqvarna 2014 FC 250 EU Owner's Manual

8 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
8.3

Starting off

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Pull the clutch lever, engage 1st gear, release the clutch lever slowly and simultaneously open the throttle carefully.
8.4

Shifting, riding

Warning
Danger of accidents If you change down at high engine speed, the rear wheel can lock up.
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Do not change into a low gear at high engine speed. The engine races and the rear wheel can lock up.
Info
If you hear unusual noises while riding, stop immediately, switch off the engine and contact an authorized Husqvarna workshop.
First gear is used for starting off or for steep inclines.
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When conditions allow (incline, road situation, etc.), you can shift into a higher gear. To do so, release the throttle while simultane-
ously pulling the clutch lever, shift into the next gear, release the clutch lever and open the throttle.
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If the cold start button was pulled out during starting, push the cold start button all the way in after the engine warms up.
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After reaching maximum speed by fully opening the throttle grip, turn the throttle back so it is ¾ open. This will barely reduce the
speed but fuel consumption will be considerably lower.
– Always open the throttle only as much as the engine can handle – opening the throttle abruptly increases fuel consumption.
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To shift down, brake and close the throttle at the same time.
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Pull the clutch lever and shift into a lower gear, release the clutch lever slowly and open the throttle or shift again.
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Switch off the engine if you expect to be standing for a long time.
Guideline
≥ 1 min
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Avoid frequent and longer slipping of the clutch. This heats the engine oil, the engine and the cooling system.
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Ride with a lower engine speed instead of with a high engine speed and a slipping clutch.
8.5

Applying the brakes

Warning
Danger of accidents If you brake too hard, the wheels can lock.
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Adapt your braking to the traffic situation and the road conditions.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency caused by spongy pressure point of front or rear brake.
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Check the brake system and do not continue riding. (Your authorized Husqvarna workshop will be glad to help.)
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to a wet or dirty brake system.
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Clean or dry a dirty or wet brake system by riding and braking gently.
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On sandy, wet or slippery surfaces, use the rear brake.
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Braking should always be completed before you go into a bend. Change down to a lower gear appropriate to your road speed.
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On long downhill stretches, use the braking effect of the engine. Change down one or two gears, but do not overstress the engine. In
this way, you have to apply the brakes far less frequently and the brake system does not overheat.
8.6

Stopping, parking

Warning
Risk of misappropriation Usage by unauthorized persons.
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Never leave the vehicle while the engine is running. Secure the vehicle against use by unauthorized persons.
Warning
Danger of burns Some vehicle components become very hot when the vehicle is operated.
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Do not touch hot components such as exhaust system, radiator, engine, shock absorber, and the brake system. Allow these
components to cool down before starting work on them.
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