| WARNING Downshifting to a lower gear at high speed causes engine rpm to increase excessively, potentially damaging the engine and it may also cause the rear wheel to skid and cause an accident. |
Vehicle speed when shifting

NOTE
The transmission is equipped with a positive neutral finder. When the motorcycle is standing still, the transmission cannot be shifted past neutral from 1st gear. To use the positive neutral finder, shift down to 1st gear, then lift up on the shift pedal while standing still. The transmission will shift only into neutral.
Moving Off
BrakingWhat Am I Responsible For?
You are responsible for maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance
schedule shown in this owner’s manual.
You are responsible for notifying your dealer immediately if there is a problem,
and you, as the owner, will need to authorize the dealer to inspect the unit.
You will be re ...
Transmission Assy Installation
Assemble the transmission assy (see Transmission Assy
Assembly).
Be sure that the dowel pins are in position.
Install the transmission assy on the crankcase.
Tighten:
Torque - Transmission Case Bolts: 20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 15
ft·lb)
Install:
Shift Shaft (see External Shift Mechani ...
Check 3-3: High Beam Indicator Light (LED) Inspection
Connect the leads in the same circuit as Check 3-2.
Connect the terminal [7] to the battery (+) terminal.
Check that the high beam indicator light (LED) [A] goes
on.
If the indicator light does not go on, replace the meter unit.
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