Starting & stopping the engine – HONDA CRF50F User Manual

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Basic Operation & Riding

Starting & Stopping the Engine

Allowing the kickstarter to snap back f reely
against the pedal stop can damage the engine
case.

Normal Air Temperature.

Normal Air

Temperature.

Extended use of the choke may impair piston
and cylinder wall lubrication and damage the
engine.

With the throttle slightly open, operate the
kickstarter. Kick from the top of the stroke
through to the bottom with a rapid,
continuous motion.

High Air Temperature

35°C (95°F) or above

Immediately after the engine starts, push the
choke lever down to the detent position ( ).
About 15 seconds after the engine starts,
push the choke lever down all the way to
fully OFF ( ).
If idling is unstable, open the throttle slightly.

Do not use the choke.
Start the engine following step

under

Low Air Temperature

10°C (50°F) or below
Follow steps

under

Warm up the engine by opening and closing
the throttle slightly.
Continue warming up the engine until it idles
smoothly and responds to the throttle with
the choke lever ( ) OFF ( ).

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