Operation 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
D-mode (drive mode) ......................3-1
Immobilizer system .........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-3
Indicator lights and
warning lights ..............................3-4
Multi-function meter unit .................3-9
Handlebar switches ......................3-18
Clutch lever ...................................3-20
Shift pedal .....................................3-20
Brake lever ...................................3-20
Brake pedal ..................................3-21
Traction control system ................3-21
Fuel tank cap ................................3-24
Fuel ...............................................3-24
Fuel tank breather hose and
overflow hose ............................3-26
Catalytic converter ........................3-26
Seats ............................................3-27
Helmet holder ...............................3-28
Storage compartment ...................3-29
Rider footrest position ...................3-29
Rear view mirrors .........................3-30
Adjusting the front fork ................. 3-30
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ................................... 3-32
Luggage strap holders ................. 3-34
Sidestand ..................................... 3-35
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 3-35
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1
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
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ............. 6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-4
Removing and installing
cowlings ...................................... 6-8
Checking the spark plugs ............. 6-10
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 6-11
Coolant ......................................... 6-14
Air filter element ........................... 6-17
Checking the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-17
Checking the throttle grip free
play ........................................... 6-18
Valve clearance ........................... 6-18
Tires ............................................. 6-18
Cast wheels ................................. 6-21
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 6-21
Checking the brake lever free
play ........................................... 6-22
Brake light switches ..................... 6-23
Checking the front and
rear brake pads ........................ 6-23
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-24
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-25
Drive chain slack .......................... 6-25
Cleaning and lubricating
the drive chain .......................... 6-27
Checking and lubricating
the cables ................................. 6-27
Checking and lubricating
the throttle grip and cable ......... 6-28
Checking and lubricating
the brake and shift pedals ........ 6-28
Checking and lubricating
the brake and clutch levers ...... 6-29
Checking and lubricating
the sidestand ............................ 6-29
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