2022 Kawasaki VERSYS 650 ABS Starting the Engine Owners Manual

2022 Kawasaki VERSYS 650 ABS Starting the Engine

Starting the Engine

• Check that the engine stop switch is in position.

A. Engine Stop Switch
B. Starter Button

• Turn the ignition key to the _O_ position.
• Make sure the transmission is in neutral.

A. Neutral Indicator (Green)
B. Ignition Switch
C. O position

NOTE

• While the engine is cold, the fast idle system automatically raises the engine idling speed. At this time, the engine warning indicator ( l) 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 and then back to o 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 recovers.

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 overheating and damage may occur.