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1. After the engine has been warmed up, the motorcycle is ready for riding.
2. While the engine is idling, pull in the clutch lever and depress the gear change pedal to shift into low (1st) gear.
3. Slowly release the clutch lever and at the same time gradually increase engine speed by twisting the throttle grip open. Coordination of the throttle and clutch lever will assure a smooth positive start.
4. When the motorcycle attains a speed of approximately 15 mph close the throttle, pulling in the clutch lever and shift to 2nd gear by raising the gear change pedal.
5. This sequence is repeated to progressively shift to 3rd, 4th and 5th (top) gear. The shifting pattern is indicated in the Gear Change Paragraph.

   NOTE: When shifting gear either up or down, the throttle should be closed and the clutch disengaged. Also, special attention must be given when operating in low (1st) and 2nd gears as it will very easy to exceed engine maximum (red zone) rpm during rapid acceleration.

6. When decelerating the motorcycle, coordination of the throttle and the front and rear brakes is most important.
7. The smooth gradual application of both the front and rear brakes together with the required throttle coordination will, under most conditions, assure positive speed reduction and stability. As the motorcycle speeds are reduced, it is common practice to shift the transmission progressively into the gear appropriate for the motorcycle. This assures maximum control through better braking effectiveness and acceleration when necessary.
8. For maximum deceleration and stopping, close the throttle, disengage the clutch and apply both the front and rear brakes. This maneuver requires smooth coordination of the controls and to maintain skill it should be practiced frequently.

   Independent application of either the front or rear brakes is possible, but if only one brake is applied strongly enough to lock the respective wheel, braking effectiveness is greatly reduced and control of the motorcycle is difficult.

NOTE: When descending a steep grade, the engine may be used for braking without causing damage to the engine as long as the maximum rpm (red zone) is not exceeded.