Recommended Shift Points (For Switzerland Only); Tips For Reducing Fuel Consumption - Yamaha DT125R Owner's Manual

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8 Even with the transmission in
the neutral position, do not
coast for long periods of time
with the engine off, and do not
tow the motorcycle for long
distances. The transmission is
properly lubricated only when
the engine is
Inadequate lubrication
damage the transmission.
8 Always use the clutch while
changing gears to avoid dam-
aging the engine, transmis-
sion, and drive train, which are
not designed to withstand the
shock of forced shifting.
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Recommended shift points
(for Switzerland only)
The recommended shift points during
acceleration are shown in the table
below.
1st → 2nd
2nd → 3rd
running.
3rd → 4th
may
4th → 5th
5th → 6th
NOTE:
When shifting down two gears at a
time, reduce the speed accordingly
(e.g., down to 35 km/h when shifting
from 5th to 3rd gear).
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Tips for reducing fuel
consumption
Fuel consumption depends largely on
your riding style. Consider the follow-
ing tips to reduce fuel consumption:
8 Thoroughly warm up the engine.
Shift point
8 Turn the starter (choke) off as
(km/h)
20
30
8 Shift up swiftly, and avoid high
40
50
60
8 Do not rev the engine while shift-
8 Turn the engine off instead of let-
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soon as possible.
engine speeds during accelera-
tion.
ing down, and avoid high engine
speeds with no load on the
engine.
ting it idle for an extended length
of time (e.g., in traffic jams, at
traffic lights or at railroad cross-
ings).
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