2022 Kawasaki NINJA 650 ABS Starting the Engine
Starting the Engine
- Check that the engine stop switch is in the position
A. Engine Stop Switch
B. Starter Button
- Turn the ignition key to ON position.
- Make sure the transmission is in the neutral.
A. Neutral Indicator (Green)
B. Ignition Switch
C. “ON” Position
NOTE
- While the engine is cold, the fast idle the system automatically raises the engine idling speed. At this time, the engine warning indicator ( ) may go on if you operate the throttle grip unnecessarily.
- 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 “OFF” and then back to “ON” before starting the engine.
- Without holding the throttle grip, push the starter button to start the engine after meter initial operation is finished.
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 battery power recover.
NOTE
- The motorcycle is equipped with a starter lockout switch. This switch is designed so that the engine does not stan 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 then 5 minutes or engine overheating and damage may occur.