Royal Enfield Bullet Trials Works Replica - Owner's Manual > Starting

• Ensure Gear is in Neutral position and the Neutral lamp is glowing in the speedometer. To shift into neutral, move the motorcycle back and forth gently, while simultaneously shifting the gear.

C A U T I O N

Never accelerate the engine immediately after a cold start. The engine should be allowed to run slowly for 15 to 30 seconds. This will allow the engine to warm up and let oil reach all surfaces needing lubrication.

Failure to adhere in damage to the engine.

NOTE It is mandatory, necessary to depress and hold the Manual Bi-starter for a minimum of one minute when starting the engine for the first time in cold morning, every time when the temperatures are below 10 deg C, and at higher altitudes to keep the engine idling RPM steady.  As soon as the engine sufficiently warms up then Manual Bi-starter should be released. 

• Warm up engine for 2 minutes -until idling is consistent.

USING THE KICK START LEVER

• Slowly Crank Engine with the Kickstarter lever till a resistance is felt in the lever. Slightly crank slowly and further till the compression eases over.
• Release Kickstarter lever to enable it to come to its top resting position.
• Apply a powerful swinging Kick on the lever to start the engine. It may be necessary to open the throttle, very slightly, when starting on choke/first time in the morning.
• Release Choke if applied and allow Engine to run at idling speed for a few minutes.

USING ELECTRIC START

• Depress and Hold the Clutch Lever.
• Press Starter Button and hold till Engine starts. Do not release the button before Engine starts. 

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