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OPERATION 4
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4.8 Parking the motorcycle
❑ Using the sidestand
Care - Caution: Park the motorcycle safely
on solid ground.
On slopes, engage the bottom gear and park
the vehicle so that the front wheel faces
uphill. Remember to put the gear lever in the
neutral position before restarting the engine.
Never leave the vehicle unattended while the
ignition key is in the dashboard.
In versions equipped with an auto return
sidestand, even a light blow can accidentally
operate the return device and cause the
vehicle to topple over.
Using a foot, lower the sidestand to travel end and
then slowly tip the motorcycle to bring the stand sup-
port foot into contact with the ground.
NOTE
When parking a vehicle equipped with an auto
return sidestand, be sure to bring the stand all the
way down with the foot and to keep it in position
until the vehicle is stable.
WARNING
Do not sit on the vehicle when it is
parked on the sidestand, as your
full weight would rest on the vehi-
cle’s only support.
WARNING
Before moving off, ensure that the
sidestand warning light on the
instrument panel goes out. In any
case, make sure that the stand has
been retracted.
