2022 Kawasaki NINJA 400 Starting the Engine
Starting the Engine
Check that the engine stop switch is in the O position.
A. Engine Stop Switch
B. Starter Button
- Turn the ignition key to O position.
- Make sure the transmission is in neutral.
A. Neutral Indicator (Green)
B. Ignition Switch
C. O Position
NOTE
- The motorcycle is equipped with a vehicle-down sensor which causes the engine to stop automatically if the motorcycle falls down. After righting the motorcycle, first turn the ignition key to —Vand then back to o before starting the engine.
- Without holding the throttle grip, push the starter button to start the engine.
NOTICE
Do not operate the starter continuously for more than 5 seconds, or the starter will overheat and the battery power will drop temporarily. Wait 15 seconds between each operation of the starter to let it cool and the bat- tery power recover.
NOTE
The motorcycle is equipped with a starter lockout switch. This switch is designed so that the engine does not start if the transmission is in gear and the side stand is down. However, the engine can be started if the clutch lever is pulled and the side stand is fully up.
A. Clutch Lever
B. Starter Lockout Switch
NOTICE
Do not let the engine idle longer than 5 minutes, or engine over- heating and damage may occur.