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Read Ebook: Motorcycle Solo (Harley-Davidson Model WLA) by United States War Department
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Turn ignition switch on.
Start engine with vigorous strokes of foot starter crank.
Soon after engine starts, choke lever must be moved to fully open position.
Turn throttle grip to control idling speed of engine.
Close throttle grip by turning fully outward.
Turn ignition switch on.
Operate foot starter crank to start engine.
Transfer body weight to right leg.
Fold back side stand .
Disengage clutch by depressing clutch foot pedal with heel of left foot.
Shift gear shifter lever into "1" gear position.
Slowly engage clutch by depressing clutch foot pedal with toe of left foot.
When clutch starts to "take hold," open throttle sufficiently to maintain engine speed.
Accelerate gradually to between 12 and 15 miles per hour in low gear.
Close throttle quickly.
Disengage clutch.
Shift through "N" position into "2" gear.
Reengage clutch and accelerate to about 25 miles per hour.
Close throttle quickly.
Disengage clutch.
Shift into "3" gear.
Reengage clutch and accelerate to desired speed.
If standing on an incline or in loose, heavy ground, more engine power will be required to start vehicle without stalling engine.
It may be necessary to keep vehicle from rolling by keeping pressure on front brake hand lever. Brake pressure is released after vehicle starts in forward motion.
Open throttle and engage clutch at same time to provide power needed for starting, without racing engine unnecessarily.
Motorcycle starts should be made without excessive application of power, with consequent unnecessary spinning of rear wheel.
Auxiliary front wheel brake, when used in conjunction with service brake, must be applied with caution, especially on wet, muddy, or slippery roads.
After passing through water, the brakes should be set slightly, and the vehicle operated for a short distance, until sufficient heat has been generated to dry the brakes.
Develop habit of frequently snapping throttle shut for an instant when running at high speed. This draws additional lubrication to piston and cylinder and assists in cooling engine.
In cool weather, operate engine slowly until it is thoroughly warmed up, to avoid damage to pistons, rings, cylinders, and other parts before oil is warm enough to circulate freely.
If handle bar windshield and leg shields are used, engine is more likely to overheat with continued high-speed riding. Watch this carefully.
Adjust "steering damper" for best control of motorcycle consistent with riding speed and condition and nature of road.
Close throttle.
Disengage clutch.
Apply brake to slow vehicle without sliding rear tire.
Continue brake application to complete stop.
Stop engine by turning ignition switch off.
Lean motorcycle on side stand.
Shift into "1" gear.
Engage clutch so vehicle cannot roll.
Shut off gasoline supply by turning valve finger-tight against its seat.
Set gear shifter lever in "2" gear position.
Disengage clutch.
Choke carburetor.
Turn ignition switch on.
After momentum of the towed motorcycle reaches between 10 and 15 miles per hour, engage clutch, and continue procedure until engine starts.
Disconnect battery negative wire from ground on right side of motorcycle.
Tow motorcycle for engine starting.
After engine is started, reconnect battery ground wire to frame to prevent damage to electrical system.
Do not exceed 30 miles per hour during first 100 miles.
Do not exceed 35 miles per hour during next 200 miles.
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