2002 Yamaha Motorsports Virago 250 Owners Manual - Page 22
2002 Yamaha Motorsports Virago 250 Manual
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 3 1. Engine stop switch "ENGINE STOP" 2. Start switch "START" EAU00137 1. Clutch lever EAU00152 1. Shift pedal EAU00157 Engine stop switch "ENGINE STOP" Set this switch to "OFF" to stop the engine in case of an emergency, such as when the motorcycle overturns or when the throttle cable is stuck. EAU00141 Clutch lever The clutch lever is located at the left handlebar grip. To disengage the clutch, pull the lever toward the handlebar grip. To engage the clutch, release the lever. The lever should be pulled rapidly and released slowly for smooth clutch operation. The clutch lever is equipped with a clutch switch, which is part of the ignition circuit cut-off system. (See page 3-11 for an explanation of the ignition circuit cut-off system.) Shift pedal The shift pedal is located on the left side of the engine and is used in combination with the clutch lever when shifting the gears of the 5-speed constant-mesh transmission equipped on this motorcycle. Start switch "START" Push this switch to crank the engine with the starter. EC000005 CAUTION: See page 5-2 for starting instructions prior to starting the engine. @ @ 3-3