2003 Yamaha Motorsports Royal Star Venture Owners Manual - Page 75
2003 Yamaha Motorsports Royal Star Venture Manual
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS EAU01789* Starting and warming up a cold engine In order for the ignition circuit cut-off system to enable starting, one of the following conditions must be met: G The transmission is in the neutral position. G The transmission is in gear with the clutch lever pulled and the sidestand up. EW000054 NOTE: When the transmission is in the neutral position, the neutral indicator light should be on, otherwise have a Yamaha dealer check the electrical circuit. @ @ @ WARNING Before starting the engine, check the function of the ignition circuit cut-off system according to the procedure described on page 3-21. G Never ride with the sidestand down. G 1. Turn the fuel cock lever to "ON". 2. Turn the key to "ON" and make sure that the engine stop switch is set to " ". EC000035 6 CAUTION: If the fuel level warning light comes on, check the fuel level, and, if necessary, refuel as soon as possible. @ @ @ 3. Shift the transmission into the neutral position. 6-2