6 - MV Agusta

OPERATION 44.7. Parking the motorcycle❑ Using the sidestandCAUTIONPark the motorcycle safely on solid ground.On slopes, engage the first gear and parkthe vehicle so that the front wheel facesuphill. Remember to put the gear lever in theneutral position before restarting the engine.Never leave the vehicle unattendedwhile the engine key is in the dashboard.Do not sit on the vehicle when it is parkedon the sidestand, as your full weight wouldrest on the vehicle’s only support. Beforeriding off, ensure that the sidestand warninglight on the instrument panel goes out.In any case, make sure that the stand hasbeen retracted. If you notice a malfunctionof the side stand switch, have it controlledby your MV Agusta dealer before using themotorcycle.Using your foot, lower the sidestand as far as it will go, and then slowly tip the motorcycle toward youto bring the stand supporting foot into contact with the ground’s surface.4- 73 -