Yamaha 2004 Royal Star Venture Owner's Manual download pdf (Page 64)

OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS

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Shifting

Shifting gears lets you control the

amount of engine power available for

starting off, accelerating, climbing hills,

etc.

The gear positions are shown in the il-

lustration.

NOTE:

To shift the transmission into the neu-

tral position, press the shift pedal down

repeatedly until it reaches the end of its

travel, and then slightly raise it.

CAUTION:

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● 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 dis-

tances. The transmission is

properly lubricated only when

the engine is running. Inade-

quate lubrication may damage

the transmission.

● Always use the clutch while

changing gears to avoid damag-

ing the engine, transmission,

and drive train, which are not

designed to withstand the

shock of forced shifting.

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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 following table, 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 posi-

tion.)

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.

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To decelerate

1. Apply both the front and the rear

brakes to slow the motorcycle.

2. Shift the transmission into first

gear when the motorcycle reaches

16 km/h (25 mi/h). If the engine is

about to stall or runs very roughly,

pull the clutch lever in and use the

brakes to stop the motorcycle.

1. Shift pedal

2. Neutral position

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