2003 Yamaha Motorsports V Star Custom Owners Manual - Page 49
2003 Yamaha Motorsports V Star Custom Manual
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS XVS650A G Always use the clutch while changing gears to avoid damaging the engine, transmission, and drive train, which are not designed to withstand the shock of forced shifting. EAU02988 @ 1. Shift pedal N. Neutral position EC000048 @ CAUTION: G Even with the transmission in the neutral position, do not coast for long periods of time with the engine off, and do not tow the motorcycle for long distances. The transmission is properly lubricated only when the engine is running. Inadequate lubrication may damage the transmission. To start out and accelerate 1. Pull the clutch lever to disengage the clutch. 2. Shift the transmission into first gear. The neutral indicator light should go out. 3. Open the throttle gradually, and at the same time, release the clutch lever slowly. 4. At the recommended shift points shown in the table on page 5-5, close the throttle, and at the same time, quickly pull the clutch lever in. 5. Shift the transmission into second gear. (Make sure not to shift the transmission into the neutral position.) 6. Open the throttle part way and gradually release the clutch lever. 7. Follow the same procedure when shifting to the next higher gear. NOTE: Always shift gears at the recommended shift points. @ @ 5 5-4