1. Neutral Position: Ensure the motorcycle is in neutral gear by pressing the clutch lever fully and shifting the gear lever into the neutral position.
2. Throttle Position: Lightly open the throttle by rotating the throttle grip counterclockwise approximately one-quarter of a turn. This allows air to enter the engine and assists with the starting process.
3. Ignition Position: Turn on the ignition key to engage the electrical system.
4. Foot Positioning: Stand next to the motorcycle on the left side. With the left hand on the handlebars for stability, place your right foot on the kickstarter lever.
5. Compression Stroke: While standing on the left side, slowly rotate the kickstarter lever clockwise with your right foot. This brings the engine piston to the top of the cylinder, also known as the compression stroke.
6. Kickstarting: Use your right foot to quickly and firmly apply pressure to the kickstarter lever in a downward motion. The idea is to give the piston a swift force that helps generate enough momentum to start the engine.
7. Repeat if Needed: If the motorcycle doesn't start on the first attempt, repeat steps 5 and 6 a few times until the engine starts.
8. Throttle Response: Once the motorcycle starts, maintain pressure on the kickstarter lever with your right foot while using your left hand to slightly adjust the throttle grip. This helps regulate the engine's idle speed.
9. Disengage Kickstart: Once the motorcycle starts consistently, release pressure from the kickstarter lever.
10. Gear Selection: While keeping the clutch lever fully pulled in, shift the gear lever into first gear.
11. Ride Off: Release the clutch lever slowly and smoothly while simultaneously twisting the throttle to engage the engine and start moving.
Note: Each motorcycle may have slightly different procedures for kickstarting. It's always best to consult the motorcycle's owner's manual for specific instructions and any safety precautions unique to your motorcycle.
