Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE - Owner's Manual > Stopping the Engine

1. Neutral indicator
2.  Engine stop switch - STOP position
3. Master ignition switch - OFF position (if fitted)

To stop the engine:

• Close the throttle completely.
• Select neutral.
• Place the engine stop switch in the STOP position.
• Turn the master ignition switch to the OFF position (if fitted).
• Select first gear.
• Support the motorcycle on a firm, level surface with the side or centre stand.
• Lock the steering.

Caution

Do not leave the ignition switched on with the engine stopped. This will cause electrical damage.

Starting the Engine

Warning

Never start the engine or run the engine in a confined area.

Exhaust fumes are poisonous and can cause loss of consciousness and death within a short period of time.

Always operate your motorcycle in the open air or in an area with adequate ventilation.

Caution

The low oil pressure warning light should go out shortly after the engine starts.

If the low oil pressure warning light stays on after starting the engine, stop the engine immediately and investigate the cause.

Running the engine with low oil pressure will cause severe engine damage.

1. Master ignition switch - ON position (if fitted)
2. Engine stop switch - QUICKSTART position
3. Neutral indicator

To start the engine:

• Make sure that the master ignition switch (if fitted) is turned to the ON position.
• Pull the clutch lever fully into the handlebar.
• Press and hold the QUICK START position on the engine start/stop switch until the engine starts.
• Check that the engine stop switch is in the RUN position.
• Make sure the transmission is in neutral.

The motorcycle is equipped with starter lockout switches. The switches prevent the electric starter from operating when the transmission is not in neutral with the side stand down.

If the side stand is extended whilst the engine is running, and the transmission is not in neutral then the engine will stop regardless of the clutch lever position.

Moving Off

To move the motorcycle:

• Pull in the clutch lever and select first gear.
• Open the throttle a little and let out the clutch lever slowly.
• As the clutch starts to engage, open the throttle a little more, allowing enough engine speed to avoid stalling.

Changing Gears

Warning

Take care to avoid opening the throttle too far or too fast in any of the lower gears as this can lead to the front wheel lifting from the ground (pulling a 'wheelie') and to the rear tyre breaking traction (wheel spin).

Always open the throttle cautiously, particularly if you are unfamiliar with the motorcycle, as a 'wheelie' or loss of traction will cause loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

Warning

Do not change to a lower gear at speeds that will cause excessive engine rpm (r/min). This can lock the rear wheel causing loss of control and an accident.

Engine damage may also be caused.

Changing down should be done so that low engine speeds will be ensured.

1. Gear change pedal (6 speed shown)

To change gear:

• Close the throttle while pulling in the clutch lever.
• Change into the next higher or lower gear.
• Open the throttle part way, while releasing the clutch lever. Always use the clutch when changing gear.

Note

The gear change mechanism is the 'positive stop' type. This means that, for each movement of the gear change pedal/lever, you can only select each gear, one after the other, in ascending or descending order.

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