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mimis · 07-22-2008, 01:24 AM

I heard that turning off my FZ6 S2 from the kill swich can cause problems to my engine and tha the best way is by turning it off from the key. What's the truth?

VEGASRIDER · 07-22-2008, 02:44 AM

This has been discussed in another thread, but I can't recall where it is. I'm in the habit of turning off my bike with the kill switch for a couple of reasons.

One: By doing so, you are familiarizing yourself with the switch, so in case of an emergency, you can pretty much hit it with your eyes closed.

Two: If you are in the habit of using the key to turn off the bike, how will you know if the kill switch is working? Just like everthing else, like lights, horn, signals, you have to check and make sure it's working. Escpecially if it's an emergency.

I'm sure some other members will come up with a couple of good reasons why you shouldn't use the kill switch.

**Nelly** · 07-22-2008, 03:01 AM

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Originally Posted by VEGASRIDER

This has been discussed in another thread, but I can't recall where it is. I'm in the habit of turning off my bike with the kill switch for a couple of reasons.

One: By doing so, you are familiarizing yourself with the switch, so in case of an emergency, you can pretty much hit it with your eyes closed.

Two: If you are in the habit of using the key to turn off the bike, how will you know if the kill switch is working? Just like everthing else, like lights, horn, signals, you have to check and make sure it's working. Escpecially if it's an emergency.

I'm sure some other members will come up with a couple of good reasons why you shouldn't use the kill switch.

Nothing more to really add, Vegas is spot on in my book. I think that the thread evolved around a broken kill switch causing running problems. I use my kill switch so I know it is working. Also if I am riding at night and I don't want some lunatic to rear end me (even if I am parked off the road) I want to be visible.

Nelly

**reiobard** · 07-22-2008, 04:11 AM

the ONLY possible downfall of the kill switch is if you forget to turn the key off after. other than that there is no reason to not use the kill switch. If you forget the key in the on position you could drain your battery and leave yourself open to theft, but if you take your key with you then no issues

GodSpeedLuc · 07-22-2008, 06:13 AM

^ exactly. otherwise how would it be possible for using the kill switch to be an issue other than for leaving the key on? where did you hear that it does? if you think about it, using the the key to turn off the bike is pretty much running under the same mechnism as the kill switch, both the same. only you benefit more from using the kill switch with the stated reasons as above.

**fast blue one** · 07-22-2008, 08:36 AM

I was told years ago that using the kill switch could damage a connection although I think those days are past.

There's nothing in the manual about it. It says use it to switch off in an emergency, but it doesn't do it.

As you should be removing the key anyway why not switch off using the key?

Denver_FZ6 · 07-22-2008, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by mimis

I heard that turning off my FZ6 S2 from the kill swich can cause problems to my engine and tha the best way is by turning it off from the key. What's the truth?

Sounds like Internet folklore. I'd be interested to hear the details.
I can't imagine how either method could cause engine damage on the FZ6.

**Doorag** · 07-22-2008, 11:01 AM

I always use my key under normal riding conditions. I use the kill switch when I'm working on the bike which fulfills the testing requirement.

**JohnP** · 07-22-2008, 11:13 AM

The manual of my GL1800 stated to use the key. I'm pretty sure my sv650 manual did too, so I've always used the key.

-John

**nimzotech** · 07-22-2008, 11:15 AM

Whilst in Neutral or with the clutch fully engaged simply turn the key counter-clockwise to the OFF position

07-22-2008, 01:24 AM	#1 (permalink)
mimis Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Greece Bike: FZ6 Fazer S2 Posts: 4 Rep Power: 0 Member #3424	Which is the best way to turn off my engine? I heard that turning off my FZ6 S2 from the kill swich can cause problems to my engine and tha the best way is by turning it off from the key. What's the truth?

07-22-2008, 02:44 AM	#2 (permalink)
VEGASRIDER Dedicated Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: LAS VEGAS NV USA Bike: 2006 Blue FZ6 Posts: 1,586 Rep Power: 33 Member #83	Re: Which is the best way to turn off my engine? This has been discussed in another thread, but I can't recall where it is. I'm in the habit of turning off my bike with the kill switch for a couple of reasons. One: By doing so, you are familiarizing yourself with the switch, so in case of an emergency, you can pretty much hit it with your eyes closed. Two: If you are in the habit of using the key to turn off the bike, how will you know if the kill switch is working? Just like everthing else, like lights, horn, signals, you have to check and make sure it's working. Escpecially if it's an emergency. I'm sure some other members will come up with a couple of good reasons why you shouldn't use the kill switch. __________________ *VEGASRIDER...................Member # 35* 2006 Team Yamaha Blue FZ6 VR's Rider Resume

07-22-2008, 04:11 AM	#4 (permalink)
reiobard Postaholic Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Concord, NH Bike: 2007 FZ6 (The Faster Blue) Posts: 5,205 Rep Power: 70 Member #991	Re: Which is the best way to turn off my engine? the ONLY possible downfall of the kill switch is if you forget to turn the key off after. other than that there is no reason to not use the kill switch. If you forget the key in the on position you could drain your battery and leave yourself open to theft, but if you take your key with you then no issues

07-22-2008, 06:13 AM	#5 (permalink)
GodSpeedLuc Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Ocean State Bike: 08 Raven Black FZ6 Posts: 166 Rep Power: 3 Member #3865	Re: Which is the best way to turn off my engine? ^ exactly. otherwise how would it be possible for using the kill switch to be an issue other than for leaving the key on? where did you hear that it does? if you think about it, using the the key to turn off the bike is pretty much running under the same mechnism as the kill switch, both the same. only you benefit more from using the kill switch with the stated reasons as above.

07-22-2008, 08:36 AM	#6 (permalink)
fast blue one The number of the beast Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Stevenage near London UK Bike: FZ6 s2 07 Posts: 640 Rep Power: 12 Member #666	Re: Which is the best way to turn off my engine? I was told years ago that using the kill switch could damage a connection although I think those days are past. There's nothing in the manual about it. It says use it to switch off in an emergency, but it doesn't do it. As you should be removing the key anyway why not switch off using the key? __________________ Remember; A Good emergency stop is one that you can walk away from, A Great emergency stop is one where the bike can be used again.

07-22-2008, 11:01 AM	#8 (permalink)
Doorag Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: West London Bike: 2007 FZ6-S2 Posts: 1,027 Rep Power: 24 Member #1338	Re: Which is the best way to turn off my engine? I always use my key under normal riding conditions. I use the kill switch when I'm working on the bike which fulfills the testing requirement. __________________ David '07 FZ6 Fazer S2 in stealth Black, CAT1/2 alarm, stainless Scorpion cans, Puig dark smoke screen, bd43's dual headlight mod complete with uprated Xenon bulbs, Yamaha (GIVI) 45L detachable rear 'courier' box, frame sliders, center stand removal, red reflective rim tape, Reiobard's swing-arm stickers, Conti RoadAttack tires, full sticker removal

07-22-2008, 11:13 AM	#9 (permalink)
JohnP 3rd Photo Contest Winner Join Date: May 2008 Location: Massachusetts Bike: '08 Cobalt Blue FZ6 Posts: 156 Rep Power: 5 Member #2658	Re: Which is the best way to turn off my engine? The manual of my GL1800 stated to use the key. I'm pretty sure my sv650 manual did too, so I've always used the key. -John __________________ 02 Black Nekid SV650 sold to get a 02 Illusion Blue GL1800 sold to get a 08 Cobalt Blue FZ6

07-22-2008, 11:15 AM	#10 (permalink)
nimzotech 1st Photo Contest Winner Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Los Angeles Bike: 2007 FZ6 (Yamaha Blue) Posts: 1,080 Rep Power: 16 Member #1131	Re: Which is the best way to turn off my engine? Whilst in Neutral or with the clutch fully engaged simply turn the key counter-clockwise to the OFF position __________________ When you seek it your eye cannot see it and your hand cannot reach it; when you no longer seek it, it will always be with you. -Old Zen Proverb My Mods Fazer PhotoSynthesized My Interview

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