Owner`s manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS .......................................3-1
Immobilizer system .........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-2
Indicator and warning lights ............3-4
Multi-function meter unit .................3-8
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .............3-12
Handlebar switches ......................3-13
Clutch lever ...................................3-14
Shift pedal .....................................3-14
Brake lever ...................................3-15
Brake pedal ..................................3-15
ABS (for ABS models) ..................3-15
Fuel tank cap ................................3-16
Fuel ...............................................3-17
Fuel tank breather/overflow
hose ..........................................3-18
Catalytic converters ......................3-18
Seats ............................................3-18
Storage compartment ...................3-20
Adjusting the front fork ..................3-20
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................3-22
Luggage strap holders ..................3-24
EXUP system ............................... 3-24
Sidestand ..................................... 3-25
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 3-25
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .............4-1
Pre-operation check list .................. 4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR ................................. 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-2
Removing and installing panels ..... 6-7
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-8
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..... 6-9
Coolant ......................................... 6-12
Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-14
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-16
Checking the throttle cable free
play ...........................................6-16
Valve clearance ............................ 6-17
Tires ............................................. 6-17
Cast wheels ................................. 6-20
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 6-20
Rear brake light switch ................ 6-21
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-21
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-22
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-23
Drive chain slack .......................... 6-23
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................ 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ....... 6-27
Checking the front fork ................. 6-28
Checking the steering .................. 6-28
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-29
Battery ......................................... 6-29
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-31
Replacing a headlight bulb .......... 6-33
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb ........................................... 6-34
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