User manual HYOSUNG GV650C EDITION 1

[. . . ] AUSTRALIA WARNING This owner's manual contains important safety information. Please read it carefully. This manual should be considered a permanent part of the motorcycle and should remain with the motorcycle when resold or otherwise transferred to a new owner or operator. The manual contains important safety information and instructions which should be read carefully before operating the motorcycle. 1 BATTERY INITIAL CHARGING 1. BATTERY INITIAL CHARGING Initial charging of the battery is required after filling electrolyte to improve the battery durability. [. . . ] Only run the engine outdoors where there is a fresh air. CAUTION Running the engine too long without riding may cause the engine to overheat. Overheating can result in damage to internal engine components and discoloration of exhaust pipes. Shut the engine off if you do not begin your ride promptly. WARNING is equipped with the side stand ignition interlock system. If the transmission is in neutral or side stand up, you can only start the engine by pulling in the clutch lever. This side stand ignition interlock system prevents the motorcycle from being started with side stand down. Make sure that the side stand ignition interlock system is working properly before riding. CAUTION Release the starter switch immediately after the motorcycle has started. Avoid pressing the starter switch when the engine is running, or starting motor damage. Do not engage the starting motor for more than five seconds at a time as it may overheat the wiring harness and starting motor. If the engine does not start after several attempts, check the fuel supply and igintion system. (Refer for Page 79) When the ignition switch is set to "ON" position with the engine stopped, the meter lamp will come on and the needle of the speedometer will turn once to the end as a test of electric system operation. Push the starter switch after the needle of the speedometer turn back. 44 CAUTION The head lamp, position lamp, meter lamp, tail lamp and license plate lamp on this motorcycle always comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position. CAUTION In case of , do not attempt the start the engine until the needle of the speedometer completes a full sweep and returns to the rest position otherwise the engine will start badly. If the engine does not start or runs badly, turn the ignition switch to the "OFF" position. After 8 seconds, turn the ignition switch on, allow the speedometer needle to complete it's sweep and return to the rest position and then attempt to restart. This allows the ISC (Idling Speed Control) solenoid to be initialized. CAUTION If the "FI" check lamp does not come on when the ignition switch is set to "ON" position with the engine stopped or fail to go out after the engine start, contact an authorized Hyosung dealer. STARTING OFF WARNING Riding these motorcycles at excessive speed increase your chances of losing control of the motorcycle. Always ride within the limits of your skills, your motorcycle, and the riding conditions. WARNING Removing your hands from the handlebars or feet from the footrests during operation can be hazardous. If you remove even one hand or foot from the motorcycle, you can reduce your ability to control the motorcycle. Always keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet on the footrests of your motorcycle during operation. CAUTION Riding the motorcycle with the "FI" check lamp lit can damage the engine and transmission. Whenever the "FI" check lamp is lit, have your authorized Hyosung dealer or a qualified mechanic inspect the electric fuel injection system as soon as possible. 45 WARNING Sudden side winds, which can occur when being passed by large vehicles, at tunnel exits or in hilly areas, can upset your control. Reduce your speed and be alert to side winds. Squeeze the clutch lever and pause momentarily. Turn the throttle grip toward you and at the same time release the clutch lever gently and smoothly. To shift to the next higher gear, accelerate gently, then close the throttle and squeeze the clutch lever simultaneously. Lift the gearshift lever upward to select the next gear and release the clutch lever and open the throttle again. [. . . ] Prepare a container large enough to hold the fuel in the tank and place it on the floor on the left side of the motorcycle. Do not damage the fuel pump assembly (fuel level gauge accommodated inside the tank). CAUTION High pressure washers can damage your motorcycle (especially the radiator pin). High pressure washers such as those found at coin-operated car washes have enough pressure to damage the parts of your motorcycle. Do not use high pressure washers to clean your motorcycle. WARNING Refit the fuel tank cap after draining all fuel. 81 WASHING YOUR motorcycle With some care, your motorcycle can be washed in a similar manner to washing an automobile. WAXING THE MOTORCYCLE After washing the motorcycle, waxing and polishing are recommended to further protect and beautify the paint. [. . . ]