Honda Click150i (2021) User guide

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Welcome

Congratulations on your purchase of a new
Honda scooter. Your selection of a Honda
makes you part of a worldwide family of
satisfied customers who appreciate Honda’s
reputation for building quality into every
product.

To ensure your safety and riding pleasure:

● Read this owner’s manual carefully.

● Follow all recommendations and

procedures contained in this manual.

● Pay close attention to safety messages

contained in this manual and on the
scooter.

● The following codes in this manual indicate

each country.

● The illustrations here in are based on the

ACB150CBT IN type.

Country Codes

Code

Country

ACB150CBT

IN Indonesia
PH Philippines

3

DANGER

3

WARNING

3

CAUTION

NOTICE

A Few Words About Safety

Your safety, and the safety of others, is very
important. Operating this scooter safely is an
important responsibility.
To help you make informed decisions about
safety, we have provided operating
procedures and other information on safety
labels and in this manual. This information
alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt
you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to
warn you about all hazards associated with
operating or maintaining a scooter. You must
use your own good judgement.

You will find important safety information in a
variety of forms, including:

● Safety labels on the scooter.

● Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert

symbol and one of three signal words:
DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These signal words mean:

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT
if you don’t follow instructions.

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT
if you don’t follow instructions.

You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.

Other important information is provided
under the following titles:

Information to help you avoid
damage to your scooter, other
property, or the environment.

Contents

Scooter Safety P. 2

Operation Guide P. 12

Maintenance P. 61

Troubleshooting P. 98

Information P. 119

Specifications P. 132

Index P. 135

Scooter Safety

This section contains important information for safe riding of your scooter.
Please read this section carefully.

Safety Guidelines .......................................... P. 3

Safety Precautions ........................................ P. 6

Riding Precautions........................................ P. 7

Accessories & Modifications...................... P. 10

Loading ........................................................ P. 11

Safety Guidelines

Scooter Safety

Safety Guidelines

Follow these guidelines to enhance your safety:

● Perform all routine and regular inspections

specified in this manual.

● Stop the engine and keep sparks and flame

away before filling the fuel tank.

● Do not run the engine in enclosed or partly

enclosed areas. Carbon monoxide in exhaust
gases is toxic and can kill you.

Always Wear a Helmet

It’s a proven fact: helmets and protective apparel
significantly reduce the number and severity of
head and other injuries. So always wear an
approved motorcycle helmet and protective
apparel.

2 P. 6

Before Riding

Make sure that you are physically fit, mentally
focused and free of alcohol and drugs. Check

that you and your passenger are both wearing
an approved motorcycle helmet and protective
apparel. Instruct your passenger on holding onto
the grab rail or your waist, leaning with you in
turns, and keeping their feet on the footpegs,
even when the scooter is stopped.

Take Time to Learn & Practice

Even if you have ridden other scooters, practice
riding in a safe area to become familiar with how
this scooter works and handles, and to become
accustomed to the scooter’s size and weight.

Ride Defensively

Always pay attention to other vehicles around
you, and do not assume that other drivers see
you. Be prepared to stop quickly or perform an
evasive maneuver.

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Safety Guidelines

Scooter Safety

Make Yourself Easy to See

Make yourself more visible, especially at night, by
wearing bright reflective clothing, positioning
yourself so other drivers can see you, signaling
before turning or changing lanes, and using your
horn when necessary.

Ride within Your Limits

Never ride beyond your personal abilities or
faster than conditions warrant. Fatigue and
inattention can impair your ability to use good
judgement and ride safely.

Don’t Drink and Ride

Alcohol and riding don’t mix. Even one alcoholic
drink can reduce your ability to respond to
changing conditions, and your reaction time gets
worse with every additional drink. Don’t drink
and ride, and don’t let your friends drink and ride
either.

4

Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition

It’s important to keep your scooter properly
maintained and in safe riding condition.
Inspect your scooter before every ride and
perform all recommended maintenance. Never
exceed load limits (
your scooter or install accessories that would
make your scooter unsafe (

2 P. 11), and do not modify

2 P. 10).

If You are Involved in a Crash

Personal safety is your first priority. If you or
anyone else has been injured, take time to assess
the severity of the injuries and whether it is safe
to continue riding. Call for emergency assistance
if needed. Also follow applicable laws and
regulations if another person or vehicle is
involved in the crash.

If you decide to continue riding, first turn the
ignition switch to the
evaluate the condition of your scooter.

(Off) position, and

Safety Guidelines

Scooter Safety

3

WARNING

Inspect for fluid leaks, check the tightness of
critical nuts and bolts, and check the handlebar,
control levers, brakes, and wheels. Ride slowly
and cautiously. Your scooter may have suffered
damage that is not immediately apparent. Have
your scooter thoroughly checked at a qualified
service facility as soon as possible.

Running the engine of your scooter
while in an enclosed or even partially
enclosed area can cause a rapid build-up
of toxic carbon monoxide gas.

Breathing this colourless, odorless gas

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide,
a colourless, odorless gas. Breathing carbon
monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and
may lead to death.

can quickly cause unconsciousness and
lead to death.

Only run your scooter's engine when it is
located in a well ventilated area
outdoors.

If you run the engine in confined or even partly
enclosed area, the air you breathe could contain
a dangerous amount of carbon monoxide. Never
run your scooter inside a garage or other
enclosure.

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Safety Precautions

Scooter Safety

3

WARNING

Safety Precautions

● Ride cautiously and keep your hands on the

handlebar and feet on the floor.

● Keep passenger’s hands onto the grab rail or

your waist, passenger’s feet on the footpegs
while riding.

● Always consider the safety of your passenger,

as well as other drivers and riders.

Protective Apparel

Make sure that you and any passenger are
wearing an approved motorcycle helmet, eye
protection, and high-visibility protective clothing.
Ride defensively in response to weather and
road conditions.

Helmet

#

Safety-standard certified, high-visibility, correct
size for your head

● Must fit comfortably but securely, with the chin

strap fastened.

6

● Face shield with unobstructed field of vision or

other approved eye protection

Not wearing a helmet increases the
chance of serious injury or death in a
crash.

Make sure that you and any passenger
always wear an approved helmet and
protective apparel.

Gloves

#

Full-finger leather gloves with high abrasion
resistance

Boots or Riding Shoes

#

Sturdy boots with non-slip soles and ankle
protection

Jacket and Trousers

#

Protective, highly visible, long-sleeved jacket and
durable trousers for riding (or a protective suit)

Riding Precautions

Scooter Safety

Riding Precautions

Running-in Period

During the first 500 km (300 miles) of running,
follow these guidelines to ensure your scooter’s
future reliability and performance.

● Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid

acceleration.

● Avoid hard braking.

● Ride conservatively.

Brakes

Observe the following guidelines:

● Avoid excessively hard braking.

u Sudden braking can reduce the scooter’s

stability.

u Where possible, reduce speed before

turning; otherwise you risk sliding out.

● Exercise caution on low traction surfaces.

u The tyres slip more easily on such surfaces,

and braking distances are longer.

● Avoid continuous braking.

u Repeated braking, such as when

descending long, steep slopes can seriously
overheat the brakes, reducing their
effectiveness.

● For full brake effectiveness, operate both the

front and rear brakes together.

Combi Brake

#

Your scooter is equipped with a brake system
that distributes the braking force between the
front and rear brakes.
The distribution of the braking force applied to
the front and rear brakes when operating the
front brake lever only and when operating the
rear brake lever only is different.
For full braking effectiveness, operate both the
front and rear brakes together.

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Riding Precautions

Scooter Safety

Wet or Rainy Conditions

#

Road surfaces are slippery when wet, and wet
brakes further reduce braking efficiency.
Exercise extra caution when braking in wet
conditions.
If the brakes get wet, apply the brakes while
riding at low speed to help them dry.

Parking

● Park on a firm, level surface.

● If you must park on a slight incline or loose

surface, park so that the scooter cannot move
or fall over.

● Make sure that high-temperature parts cannot

come into contact with flammable materials.

● Do not touch the engine, muffler, brakes and

other high-temperature parts until they cool
down.

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● To reduce the likelihood of theft, always lock

the handlebar, lock the ignition switch
(

2 P. 25) and leave your scooter while taking

the Honda SMART Key with you.
Deactivate the Honda SMART Key system if
necessary.

2 P. 28

Also set the anti-theft alarm system.

Parking with the Side Stand or Centre Stand

#

1.

Stop the engine.

2.

Using the side stand

Push the side stand down.
Slowly lean the scooter to the left until its
weight rests on the side stand.

Using the centre stand

To lower the centre stand, stand on the left
side of the scooter.
Hold the left handle grip and the grab rail.
Press down on the tip of the centre stand with
your right foot and, simultaneously, pull up
and back.

Scooter Safety

Grab rail

Centre stand

Left handle grip

3.

Turn the handlebar fully to the left.

u Turn the handlebar to the right reduces

4.

Turn the ignition switch to the (Lock)
position (
(

2 P. 33).

5.

Set the anti-theft alarm system. 2 P. 36

stability and may cause the scooter to fall.

2 P. 25) and lock the ignition switch

Riding Precautions

Refuelling and Fuel Guidelines

Follow these guidelines to protect the engine,
fuel system and catalytic converter:

● Use only unleaded petrol.

● Use recommended octane number. Using

lower octane petrol will result in decreased
engine performance.

● Do not use fuels containing a high

concentration of alcohol.

● Do not use stale or contaminated petrol or an

oil/petrol mixture.

● Avoid getting dirt, or water in the fuel tank.

2 P. 130

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Accessories & Modifications

Scooter Safety

3

WARNING

Accessories &
Modifications

We strongly advise that you do not add any
accessories that were not specifically designed
for your scooter by Honda or make
modifications to your scooter from its original
design. Doing so can make it unsafe.
Modifying your scooter may also void your
warranty and make your scooter illegal to
operate on public roads and highways. Before
deciding to install accessories on your scooter be
certain the modification is safe and legal.

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Improper accessories or modifications
can cause a crash in which you can be
seriously hurt or killed.

Follow all instructions in this owner’s
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.

Do not pull a trailer with, or attach a sidecar to,
your scooter. Your scooter was not designed for
these attachments, and their use can seriously
impair your scooter’s handling.

Scooter Safety

Loading

3

WARNING

Loading

● Carrying extra weight affects your scooter’s

handling, braking and stability. Always ride at a
safe speed for the load you are carrying.

● Avoid carrying an excessive load and keep

within specified load limits.

Maximum weight capacity / Maximum
luggage weight

● Tie all luggage securely, evenly balanced and

close to the centre of the scooter.

● Do not place objects near the lights or the

muffler.

2 P. 132

Overloading or improper loading can
cause a crash and you can be seriously
hurt or killed.

Follow all load limits and other loading
guidelines in this manual.

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Operation Guide

Parts Location

Front brake fluid reservoir

(P87)

Throttle grip (P93)

Engine oil fill cap/dipstick

(P81)

Document bag (P59)

Centre compartment (P59)

Inner rack (P60)

Front brake lever

Coolant reserve tank

(P85)

Hook (P60)
Helmet holder (P58)

Tool (P59)

Battery (P77)
Fuse box (P117)

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Operation Guide

Side stand (P92)

Helmet holder (P58)

Seat (P57)

Fuel fill cap (P55)

Crankcase breather (P94)

Engine oil drain bolt (P83)

Centre stand (P8)

Spark plug (P79)

Rear brake lever (P88)

Brake lock lever (P45)

Inner rack (P60)

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Operation Guide

Instruments

Display Check

When the ignition switch is turned ON, the display will temporarily show all the modes and
digital segments so you can make sure the liquid crystal display is functioning properly.
If any part of these displays do not come on when it should, have your dealer check for
problems.

Speedometer

This shows your speed in
kilometer per hour (km/h).

button

SELECT

button

SET

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Operation Guide

Current fuel mileage

Current instant fuel mileage. If your speed
is less than 3 km/h, “0” is displayed.
When “0” is displayed at speeds above 3
km/h, go to your dealer for service.

Fuel gauge

Remaining fuel when only 1st (E) segment starts flashing
approximately: 1.2 litres (0.32 US gal, 0.26 Imp gal)

If the fuel gauge indicator flashes in a repeat
pattern or turns off:

(P103)

Clock (12-hour display)
To set the clock:

(P19)

Odometer [TOTAL]/Tripmeter
[TRIP A/B]/Average fuel
mileage meter [AVG]/Battery
voltage meter [V]

(P16)

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Operation Guide

SELECT

SET

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Instruments

(Continued)

Odometer [TOTAL]/Tripmeter [TRIP A/B]/Average fuel mileage meter [AVG]/
Battery voltage meter [V]

button selects the odometer, tripmeter A, tripmeter B, average mileage and battery voltage.

Odometer Tripmeter A Tripmeter B Average fuel

mileage

Battery
voltage

•Odometer:
Total distance ridden.

•Tripmeter:
Distance ridden since tripmeter was reset.

u To reset tripmeter, press and hold button the mode switch with tripmeter displayed.

When to reset tripmeter A, the average fuel mileage is also reset.

• Average fuel mileage:

The average fuel mileage will be based on tripmeter A.
Average fuel mileage since tripmeter A was reset.
When “ --.-” is displayed except after the average fuel mileage has been reset, go to your
dealer for service.

• Battery voltage:
Current battery voltage.

Operation Guide

OIL CHANGE indicator

SET

SET

The indicator is turned on whenever the running distance reaches the programed oil change
interval.

u When the running distance reaches about 1,000 km:

Reset the indicator for the 1st time.

u When the running distance reaches about every 6,000 km after the 1st time resetting:

Reset the indicator whenever it is turned on.

After changing the engine oil (P82), be sure to reset the indicator.

OIL CHANGE indicator

To reset the indicator, press and hold the button while turning the ignition switch to the

(On) position, and keep holding the button for more than 3 seconds.

u The indicator does not go off until it is reset.
u If the oil is changed before the oil change indicator comes on, be sure to reset the oil change

indicator after changing the oil. When resetting the indicator during no indication, the indicator will
appear for 2 seconds, then disappear.

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Instruments

Operation Guide

Press and hold button and
button

SELECT

SET

Press button

SET

Press button

SELECT

(Continued)

Display Setting

Following items can be changed sequentially.

•Clock setting

• OIL CHANGE indicator setting

Ordinary display

Setting Mode

Clock setting mode Clock setting

The following moves the ordinary display at display setting.

• The button is not pressed for about 30 seconds

• Turn the ignition switch to the (Off) position and then to the (On) position

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OIL CHANGE

indicator setting

mode

OIL CHANGE

indicator setting

Operation Guide

1 Clock setting:

SELECT

SET

SET

SELECT

SET

SELECT

SET

!a Turn the ignition switch to the (On) position.
!b Pre

ss and hold button and

!f Press button until the desired

minute is displayed.

u Press and hold to advance the minute fast.

button, the all clock digits start flashing.

!c Press

flashing.

!d Press

is displayed.

u Press and hold to advance the hour fast.

button, the hour digits start

button until the desired hour

!g Press

the display moves to the interval value of OIL
CHANGE indicator.

button. The clock is set, and then

!e Press

flashing.

button. The minute digits start

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Operation Guide

SET

SELECT

SET

20

Instruments

(Continued)

2 OIL CHANGE indicator setting:

The distance until the OIL CHANGE indicator
comes on is displayed.
You can adjust the interval value of OIL
CHANGE indicator.

!a Press button. The OIL CHANGE

indicator start flashing.

!b Press

is displayed

button until the desired value

!c Press

indicator is set.

button. The OIL CHANGE

The established setting can also be set by
turning the ignition switch to the (Off)
position.

The control is automatically switched from the
setting mode to the ordinary display if the
switch is not pressed for about 30 seconds. In
this case, undecided settings will not be
maintained.

Operation Guide22Operation Guide

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Indicators

If one of these indicators does not come on when it should, have your dealer check for problems.

High beam indicator

High coolant temperature

indicator
If it comes on while riding: (P100)

Comes on briefly when the ignition
switch is turned to the (On) position.

If it comes on while engine is
running:

(P101)

PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel

Injection) malfunction
indicator lamp (MIL)

Right turn signal indicator

Left turn signal indicator

Operation Guide

Comes on when vehicle and Honda
SMART Key verification is complete,
and the ignition switch can be
operated. Goes off when the ignition
switch is turned to the (On) position.

When the Honda SMART Key
indicator flashes:

(P102)

Honda SMART Key indicator

Alarm indicator
Anti-theft Alarm system: (P36)

When the Battery Charging
Condition indicator on:

(P101)

Battery Charging Condition

indicator

Comes on briefly when the Idling
Stop switch in the IDLING STOP with
the ignition switch turned to the (On)
position.

Flashes when the Idling Stop system is
activated.

Idling Stop indicator

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Operation Guide

Switches

Headlight dimmer switch

• : High beam

• : Low beam

Horn button

Turn signal switch

u Pressing the switch turns

the turn signal off.

Idling Stop switch

• IDLING STOP : The Idling Stop

system is on.

• IDLING : The Idling Stop system

is off.

Idling Stop system:

(P46)

Seat opener switch

Pressing the switch opens the seat.

To open the seat: (P57)

Start button

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Operation Guide

PUSH

SEAT

(On)

Turns electrical system
on for starting/riding.

Operates the seat
opener switch.

(Lock)

Locks steering.

(Off)

Turns engine off.

Ignition switch

Switches the electrical system on/off, locks the
steering, and operates the seat opener switch.

u To unlock the ignition switch. (P32)

ON/OFF button (P28)

Alarm/Answer back button

Alarm/Answer back system:

(P40)

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Switches

Operation Guide

Push

Ignition switch

!a

!b

Turn

(Continued)

Steering Lock

Lock the steering when parking to help
prevent theft.
A U-shaped wheel lock or similar device is also
recommended.

Locking

#

!a Turn the handlebar all the way to the left or

right.

!b Push the ignition switch down, and turn it to

the

(Lock) position.

u Jiggle the handlebar if the lock is difficult

to engage.

u To unlock the ignition switch.

!c Lock the ignition switch. (P33)

Unlocking

PUSH

#

Push the ignition switch in, and turn it to the

(P32)

(Off) position.

u To unlock the ignition switch. (P32)

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Operation Guide

Honda SMART Key System

The Honda SMART Key system allows you to
operate the main switch without inserting a
key into a keyhole.
The system runs a two-way authentication
between the scooter and the Honda SMART
Key to verify if it is the registered Honda
SMART Key.

The Honda SMART Key system uses low­intensity radio waves. It may affect medical
equipment such as a cardiac pacemakers.

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Honda SMART Key System

Operation Guide

LED

ON/OFF button

Switching the Honda SMART Key System

To switch the Honda SMART Key

#

system to activation or deactivation

Push and hold the ON/OFF button until the
LED colour of the Honda SMART Key changes.

To check the Honda SMART Key system

#

status

Lightly press the ON/OFF button. The LED of
the Honda SMART Key will show the status.
When the LED of the Honda SMART Key is:

Green:
(activation)

Red:
(deactivation)

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Honda SMART Key
system authentication
can be performed.
Honda SMART Key
system authentication
can not be performed.

(Continued)

Operation Guide

Operating Range

The operating range varies when the ignition
switch is locked or unlocked.

The Honda SMART Key system uses low­intensity radio waves. Therefore the operating
range may become wider or narrower, or the
Honda SMART Key system may not work
properly in the following environments.

• When the Honda SMART Key battery is

depleted.

• When there are facilities nearby that

generate strong radio waves or noise such
as TV towers, power stations, radio stations,
or airports.

• When you carry the Honda SMART Key

with a laptop or wireless communication
device such as a radio or mobile phone.

• When the Honda SMART Key comes into

contact with or is covered by metal objects.

When the ignition switch is unlocked:

#

The system can be operated within the
shaded area shown in the illustration.

continued

29

Honda SMART Key System

Operation Guide

About 2 m (6.6 ft)

When the ignition switch is locked:

#

The system can be operated within the
shaded area shown in the illustration.

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(Continued)

Anyone can unlock the ignition switch and
start the engine if your Honda SMART Key is
within operating range of your scooter, even if
you are on the other side of a wall or window.
If you are away from your scooter but your
Honda SMART Key is still within operating
range, deactivate the Honda SMART Key
system.

To switching the Honda SMART Key
system

(P28)

Operation Guide

Anyone in possession of the Honda SMART
Key can perform the following operations if
the Honda SMART Key is within operating
range:

• Starting the engine

• Unlocking the ignition switch

• Releasing the seat lock

• Unlocking the steering lock
You should always keep the Honda SMART

If the ignition switch is in the (On) position,
the scooter can be operated even by a person
who does not have a verified Honda SMART
Key.
Whenever you leave your scooter, lock the
steering and lock the ignition switch.

(P33)

Make sure the all turn signals flash once and
buzzer rings 1 time.

Key on your person after you get on and off
the scooter or while riding.

Do not place the Honda SMART Key in the
centre compartment or inner racks.

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Honda SMART Key System

Operation Guide

Honda SMART Key

Honda SMART
Key indicator

Start
button

Switching the ignition switch

To Unlock the Ignition Switch

#

!a Make sure that the Honda SMART Key

system is activated.

!b To authenticate the Honda SMART Key

system, push the start button.

u When properly authenticated and the

u The buzzer sound can be cancelled.

c Turn the ignition switch to the

!

while the Honda SMART Key indicator comes
on.

u If you do not turn the ignition switch to

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(Continued)

(P28)

ignition switch is unlocked, the buzzer
rings 2 times and the Honda SMART Key
indicator comes on.

(P34)

(On) position

the

(On) position

pushing the start button, the Honda
SMART Key indicator will go off, the turn
signals flash once, the buzzer rings 1 time,
and then the ignition switch will be locked.

within 20 seconds after

When the Honda SMART Key system
does not work properly (P107)

If someone without the Honda SMART Key
tries to turn the ignition switch, the ignition
switch rotates freely. If you notice the ignition
switch is in a different position, turn the
ignition switch to the original position (Off)
or (Lock).

Operation Guide

#

Ignition switch

(On)

SEAT

(Lock)

(Off)

Start button

!a Turn the ignition switch to the SEAT, (Off)

!b Lock the ignition switch by doing one of the

!c Make sure that the Honda SMART Key

To Lock the Ignition Switch

(Lock) position.

or

following:

• Leave the operating range with the
Honda SMART Key.

(P29)

• Push the start button.

• Wait for approximately 20 seconds after
turning the ignition switch from (On) to
SEAT, (Off) or (Lock) position.

• Switch the Honda SMART Key system to
deactivation.

indicator goes off, the turn signals flash once,
and the buzzer rings 1 time. This indicates
that the ignition switch is locked.

u The buzzer sound can be cancelled.

(P34)

(P28)

When the Honda SMART Key system
does not work properly (P107)

PUSH

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Honda SMART Key System

Operation Guide

Always make sure the ignition switch position
is in the (Off) or (Lock) position when you
leave your scooter.

When the ignition switch is locked in the SEAT
position, the ignition switch can be turned to
the (Off) position only once.

When the ignition switch is locked in the
(Off) position, the steering cannot be locked.
To lock the steering, unlock the ignition switch.

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(Continued)

Switch the Buzzer Sound When the

#

Ignition Switch is Locked/Unlocked

Enable

!a Deactivate the Honda SMART Key system.

(P28)

!b Lightly press the ON/OFF button. The red

LED of the Honda SMART Key comes on.

!c While the red LED is on, press the alarm/

answer back button.

u The red LED starts blinking when the

buzzer sound is properly enabled.

Disable

!a Deactivate the Honda SMART Key system.

(P28)

!b Lightly press the ON/OFF button. The red

LED of the Honda SMART Key blinks.

!c While the red LED is blinking, press the

alarm/answer back button.

u The red LED stops blinking but stays on

when the buzzer sound is properly
disabled.

Operation Guide

Anti-theft Alarm System

The anti-theft alarm system is a device to
reduce the likelihood of theft. When the
sensor detects vibration or movement with
the ignition switch in the (Off) or (Lock)
position and the system is set, the alarm is
activated.

The buzzer rings and the turn signals blink for
about 10 seconds when the anti-theft alarm
system detects vibration caused by contact or
movement.

The buzzer rings and the turn signals blink for
about 60 seconds when the anti-theft alarm
system detects a substantial change in the
scooter posture. After the buzzer rings for 60
seconds, the anti-theft alarm system will be
reset in that posture.

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Anti-theft Alarm System

Operation Guide

NOTICE

Alarm/Answer
back button

Alarm indicator

If the ignition switch is left in the (Off)
position for more than 10 days, the anti-theft
alarm system will no longer operate. During
the system is activating, when the scooter
receives a signal by pressing the alarm/answer
back button, the system activation will be
extended for 10 days.
To reset the system, turn the ignition switch to
the (On) position once.

The anti-theft alarm system uses low-intensity
radio waves. It may affect medical equipment
such as a cardiac pacemaker.

When the battery in the scooter is weak, the anti-theft
alarm system may not function.

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(Continued)

Setting the Anti-theft Alarm System

#

!a Turn the ignition switch to (Off) or (Lock)

position.

!b Press the alarm/answer back button. Within a

second, the turn signal light blinks and the
buzzer rings 1 time. After 2.5 seconds, the
buzzer rings 1 time. The anti-theft alarm
system is activated.
The alarm indicator flashes while the anti­theft alarm system is activated.

Operation Guide

#

Start button

Alarm/Answer
back button

To cancel the anti-theft alarm system, unlock
the ignition switch. (P32)

u The ignition switch is unlocked, the buzzer

Cancelling the Anti-theft Alarm System

rings 2 times and the alarm indicator goes off.

Stopping the Anti-theft Alarm

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Activation

To stop the anti-theft alarm activation, do one
of the following:

• Press the alarm/answer back button on the
Honda SMART Key.

u The anti-theft alarm system returns to the

activated.

• Unlock the ignition switch. (P32)

u After stopping the anti-theft alarm system will

be cancelled.
The ignition switch is unlocked, the buzzer rings 2

u

times and the alarm indicator goes off.”

continued

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Anti-theft Alarm System

Operation Guide

Alarm/Answer
back button

Start button

Adjusting the Sensitivity of Anti-theft

#

Alarm System

You can select from 3 sensitivity levels for the
anti-theft alarm system.

!a Make sure that the Honda SMART Key

system is activated.

!b Push the start button to authenticate the

Honda SMART Key system.
The Honda SMART Key indicator comes on.

!c Push and hold the start button for more than

4 seconds while the Honda SMART Key
indicator comes on.

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(P28)

(P32)

(Continued)

The Honda SMART Key indicator starts
blinking.

!d Push the start button while the Honda

SMART Key indicator is blinking.
The Honda SMART Key indicator switches
from blinking to lighting.

u If the start button is not pressed within 5

seconds, this mode will be cancelled after
the Honda SMART Key indicator stops
blinking and buzzer rings 1 time.
Try step !b and follow the procedure
again.

!e Repeat this step 3 times as follows:

Press the alarm/answer back button on the
Honda SMART Key 4 times and the start
button 1 time.

Operation Guide

u When the alarm/answer back button is

pressed, the LED on the Honda SMART
Key comes on. Make sure the LED went off
before the next button pressing.

u If the alarm/answer back button is not

pressed within 1 minute, this mode will be
cancelled after the Honda SMART Key
indicator starts blinking and buzzer rings 1
time.
Try step !b and follow the procedure
again.

!f Press the alarm/answer back button to select

from 3 sensitivity levels of anti-theft alarm
system.
3 times of alarm rings: high sensitivity
2 times of alarm rings: middle sensitivity
1 time of alarm rings: low sensitivity
The Honda SMART Key indicator comes on
while setting.

!g Wait for about 10 seconds until the Honda

SMART Key indicator starts blinking, and
buzzer rings once. The sensitivity level is set.

u The sensitivity level is also set if you push

and hold the start button for about 2
seconds before the Honda SMART Key
indicator starts blinking.

If the Anti-Theft Alarm System Does

#

Not Operate Properly

If any of the following situations arise, battery

(P77) in the scooter is discharged or there

is a system problem. Remove the battery and
see your dealer.

• The alarm does not ring.

• The alarm rings but fades out.

• The alarm system does not stop.

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Operation Guide

Answer Back System

Alarm/Answer
back button

The answer back system is a device to find the
position of your scooter and to inform you
that the immobilizer function of the Honda
SMART Key system is activated.
After setting the Anti-theft Alarm System

(P36), when you press the alarm/answer

back button on the Honda SMART Key with
the ignition switch is in the (Off) or (Lock)
position, your scooter informs you location
and activation of the immobilizer function by
blinking the turn signal lights, and ringing the
buzzer.

The answer back system uses low-intensity
radio waves. It may affect medical equipment
such as a cardiac pacemaker.

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Operation Guide

Operation

NOTICE

Alarm/Answer
back button

Start button

#

Press the alarm/answer back button on the
Honda SMART Key.

u The answer back system will not function when

the ignition switch is in the

u The answer back system will not function when

the alarm is not activated.

(On) position.

Adjusting the Answer Back Buzzer

#

Sound Volume Level

You can select buzzer sound volume from 3
levels.

!a Make sure that the Honda SMART Key

system is activated.

(P28)

If the ignition switch is left in the (Off) or
(Lock) position for more than 10 days, the
answer back system will no longer operate.
During the system is activating, when the
scooter receives a signal by pressing the alarm/
answer back button, the system activation will
be extended for 10 days. To reset the system,
unlock the ignition switch and turn the ignition
switch to the (On) position once.

u To unlock the ignition switch (P32)

When the battery in the scooter is weak, the answer back
system may not function.

!b Push the start button to authenticate the

Honda SMART Key system.
The Honda SMART Key indicator comes on.

(P32)

continued

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Answer Back System

Operation Guide

!c Push and hold the start button for more than

4 seconds while the Honda SMART Key
indicator comes on.
The Honda SMART Key indicator starts
blinking.

!d Push the start button while the Honda

SMART Key indicator is blinking.
The Honda SMART Key indicator switches
from blinking to lighting.

u If the start button is not pressed within 5

seconds, this mode will be cancelled after
the Honda SMART Key indicator stops
blinking and buzzer rings 1 time.
Try step !b and follow the procedure
again.

!e Repeat this step 3 times as follows:

Press the alarm/answer back button on the
Honda SMART Key 2 times and the start
button 1 time.

u When the alarm/answer back button is

pressed, the LED on the Honda SMART

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(Continued)

Key comes on. Make sure the LED went off
before the next button pressing.

u If the alarm/answer back button is not

pressed within 1 minute, this mode will be
cancelled after the Honda SMART Key
indicator starts blinking and buzzer rings 1
time.
Try step !b and follow the procedure
again.

!f Press the alarm/answer back button to select

from 3 levels for the sound volume. The
Honda SMART Key indicator comes on while
setting.

!g Wait for about 10 seconds until the Honda

SMART Key indicator starts blinking and
buzzer rings once. The sound volume level is
set.

u The sound volume level is also set if you

push and hold the start button for about 2
seconds before the Honda SMART Key
indicator starts blinking.

Operation Guide

Alarm/Answer
back button

Start button

Changing the Answer Back Buzzer

#

Sound Pattern

You can select buzzer sound volume from 3
levels.

!a Make sure that the Honda SMART Key

system is activated.

!b Push the start button to authenticate the

Honda SMART Key system.
The Honda SMART Key indicator comes on.

(P28)

(P32)

!c Push and hold the start button for more than

4 seconds while the Honda SMART Key
indicator comes on.
The Honda SMART Key indicator starts
blinking.

!d Push the start button while the Honda

SMART Key indicator blinking.
The Honda SMART Key indicator switches
from blinking to lighting.

u If the start button is not pressed within 5

seconds, this mode will be cancelled after
the Honda SMART Key indicator stops
blinking and buzzer rings 1 time.
Try step !b and follow the procedure
again.

!e Repeat this step 3 times as follows:

Press the alarm/answer back button on the
Honda SMART Key 3 times and the start
button 1 time.

continued

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Answer Back System

Operation Guide

u When the alarm/answer back button is

pressed, the LED on the Honda SMART
Key comes on. Make sure the LED went off
before the next button pressing.

u If the alarm/answer back button is not

pressed within 1 minute, this mode will be
cancelled after the Honda SMART Key
indicator stops blinking and buzzer rings 1

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time.
Try step !b and follow the procedure
again.

!f Press the alarm/answer back button to select

from 3 buzzer sound patterns. The Honda
SMART Key indicator comes on while setting.

!g Wait for about 10 seconds until the Honda

SMART Key indicator starts blinking, and
buzzer rings once. The sound pattern is set.

u The sound pattern is also set if you push

and hold the start button for about 2
seconds before the Honda SMART Key
indicator starts blinking.

(Continued)

Temporary Silence Mode

#

Temporary silence mode is the immediate
way to turn off the answer back system buzzer
sound.

Enable:

Press and hold the alarm/answer back button
about 2 seconds, LED on Honda SMART Key is
changed to be red.

Disable:

Re-press and hold the alarm/answer back
button about 2 seconds, LED on Honda
SMART Key is changed to be green.

Operation Guide

Rear brake lever

Rear brake
lock lever

Rear Brake Lock

Be sure the rear brake lock is applied while
starting and warming up the engine.

Locking

#

Squeeze the rear brake lever and set the rear
brake lock lever.

u The rear brake lock will not function if the rear

brake is not adjusted properly.

(P88)

Unlocking

#

Squeeze the rear brake lever.

u Before riding, make sure that the rear brake

lock is fully released so there is no drag on the
rear wheel.

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Operation Guide

Idling Stop System

Idling Stop
switch

Idling Stop
indicator

Idling Stop system is designed to help reduce
the fuel consumption and noise, by idling stop
while making a stop such as waiting at an
intersection.

Switching the Idling Stop System On or

#

Off

Switches the Idling Stop system on or off using
the Idling Stop switch.

•ON: IDLING STOP

u Idling Stop indicator comes on when the

Idling Stop system becomes ready to stop
the engine while riding. Idling Stop
indicator flashes when the engine is
stopped by the Idling Stop system.

•OFF: IDLING

u Idling Stop indicator does not come on

when the Idling Stop system is off.

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Activation of the Idling Stop System
The Idling Stop system becomes ready to stop
the engine and Idling Stop indicator comes on
when the following requirements are satisfied
with the Idling Stop switch in the IDLING STOP
position:

• Started the engine by the start button.

• Warmed up the engine enough

• Ridden the scooter at speed over 10 km/h
(6 mph).

Idling Stop Indicator Does Not Come

#

On: (P104)

Operation Guide

Stopping the engine by the Idling Stop System

Idling Stop indicator

NOTICE

The engine stops and Idling Stop indicator
changes to flash after you close the throttle
completely and stop the scooter while the
Idling Stop indicator is on.

u While the engine is stopped by the Idling Stop

system, if you press the Idling Stop switch to
IDLING, the Idling Stop system will be
cancelled. The engine will not restart even
when you open the throttle.

Safety Precaution for the Idling Stop System
Do not go away from the scooter while the
Idling Stop indicator is flashing. When you go
away from the scooter, always turn the
ignition switch to the (Off) position.

u The engine may start unexpectedly if the

throttle is opened.

Engine is Not Stopped by the Idling

#

Stop System While the Idling Stop
Indicator is On:

Stopping by the Idling Stop system for a long time may
cause battery discharge.

(P105)

continued

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Operation Guide

NOTICE

Idling Stop System

(Continued)

Restarting the Engine
Check that the Idling Stop indicator is flashing,
and then open the throttle.

u If it is not flashing, you can’t restart the engine

with the Idling Stop system, even if you open
the throttle.

u While the engine is stopped by the Idling Stop

system, if you operate the side stand, the
flashing Idling Stop indicator turns off or stops
flashing and stays on, then the engine will not
restart even when you open the throttle.

Engine Does Not Start Even If the

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Throttle is Opened: (P106)

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Headlight stays on after the engine is stopped by the
Idling Stop system. The battery may discharge and you
may not be able to restart engine.
When the battery is weak, switch the Idling Stop switch to
IDLING and do not use the Idling Stop system. See your
dealer to check the battery.

See your dealer for checking the battery as
specified in the maintenance schedule.

Maintenance Schedule: (P63)

#

Operation Guide

Starting the Engine

NOTICE

NOTICE

Start your engine using the following
procedure, regardless of whether the engine
is cold or warm.

This scooter is equipped with a side stand
ignition cut-off system.

u If the side stand is down, the engine cannot be

started.

u If you lower the side stand with the engine

running, it will automatically shut off.

This scooter is equipped with a Honda SMART
Key system. Always keep Honda SMART Key
on you when you ride the scooter.

(P27)

•

If the engine does not start within 5 seconds, turn the

to the (Off) position

ignition
before trying to start the engine again to recover
battery voltage.

•

Extended fast idling and revving the engine can
damage the engine, and the exhaust system.

•

If the scooter is over-turned, you must first turn the
ignition switch to
inspect the scooter carefully.

the (Off) position

and wait 10 seconds

and then

Consult your dealer for advice if you plan to
ride your scooter at an altitude above 2,500 m
(8,000 feet).

If the scooter is transported to a place 2,000 m (6,500 feet)
higher or lower than the start point, you may not be able
to achieve sufficient engine performance at the new
altitude. Consult your dealer before transporting your
scooter.

continued

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Starting the Engine

Operation Guide

PUSH

!b

!c

(Continued)

!a Place the scooter on its centre stand.
!b Turn the ignition switch to the

Confirm the following:

• The PGM-FI malfunction indicator lamp
(MIL) is OFF.

• The high coolant temperature indicator is
OFF.

(On) position.

!c Lock the rear wheel by squeezing the rear

brake lever and setting the brake lock lever.

u The starter motor will only work when the

brake lever is squeezed and the side stand
is up.

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Operation Guide

!d With the throttle completely closed, press the

!d

start button.
Release the start button as soon as the
engine starts.

continued

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Starting the Engine

Operation Guide

About 3 mm, without freeplay

(Continued)

If you cannot start the engine:

Open the throttle slightly (about 3 mm,
without freeplay).

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If the engine does not start:

!a Open the throttle fully and press the start

button for 5 seconds.

!b Follow the normal starting procedure.
!c If the engine starts with unstable idle, open

the throttle slightly.

!d If the engine does not start, wait for 10

seconds, then follow steps !a - !c again.

If Engine Will Not Start (P99)

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Operation Guide

Riding

Open (Accelerate)

Close (Decelerate)

Starting the Scooter

!a Push the scooter forward off the centre

Make sure the side stand and centre stand are
up.

!b Get on the scooter.

!c Release the rear brake lock.

stand.

u Lock the rear brake lock.
u Keep throttle closed.

u Mount the scooter from the left side,

keeping at least one foot on the ground.

u To prevent unexpected movement,

squeeze both brake levers.

!d Acceleration and deceleration

To accelerate: Open the throttle slowly.
To decelerate: Close the throttle.

continued

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Riding

Operation Guide

NOTICE

Rear brake lever Front brake lever

(Continued)

Braking

Close the throttle and apply the front and rear
brake levers together.

Do not apply the brake lock while riding.
It may cause the wheel to lock, reducing
control of the scooter.

To prevent clutch damage, do not use the throttle to keep
the scooter stopped at up hill.

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Operation Guide

Refuelling

Fuel fill cap

Arrow marks

Lower edge
of filler neck

Fuel type: Unleaded petrol only
Fuel octane number: Your scooter is

designed to use Research Octane Number
(RON) 88 or higher.
Tank capacity: 5.5 litres (1.45 US gal,

1.21 Imp gal)

Refuelling and Fuel Guidelines (P9)

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Opening the Fuel Fill Cap

!a Open the seat. (P57)
!b Turn the fuel fill cap counterclockwise until it

stops and remove the cap.

Do not fill with fuel above the lower edge of
the filler neck.

continued

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Refuelling

Operation Guide

3

WARNING

(Continued)

Closing the Fuel Fill Cap

!a Install and tighten the fuel fill cap firmly by

turning it clockwise.

u Make sure that the arrow marks on the

cap and fuel tank are aligned.

!b Close the seat.

Petrol is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.

• Stop the engine, and keep heat,
sparks, and flame away.

• Handle fuel only outdoors.

• Wipe up spills immediately.

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Operation Guide

Storage Equipment

PUSH

Seat

Ignition
switch

Seat opener
switch

SEAT

SEAT

Seat Open

!a Turn the handlebar pointed straight ahead.
!b Turn the ignition switch to the SEAT position.

u To unlock the ignition switch

!c Push the SEAT side of the seat opener switch.
!d Open the seat.

(P32)

Seat Close

Close and push down on the rear of the seat
until locks. Make sure that the seat is locked
securely to pull it up lightly.
Take care not to lock your key in the
compartment under the seat.

continued

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Storage Equipment

Operation Guide

Helmet
holders

3

WARNING

(Continued)

Helmet Holder

The helmet holders are located under the
seat.

u Use the helmet holders only when parked.

Riding with a helmet attached to the
holder can interfere with your ability to
safely operate the scooter and could
lead to a crash in which you can be
seriously hurt or killed.

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Use the helmet holder only while parked.
Do not ride with a helmet secured by the
holder.

Operation Guide

Centre Compartment

Document bag

Tools

Document
compartment

Centre
compartment

Never exceed the maximum weight limit.

Tool

The tools are on the reverse side of the seat.

Maximum Weight: 10 kg (22 lb)

u Do not store any items that are flammable or

susceptible to heat damage.

u Do not store valuables or fragile articles.

Document Bag

The document bag is in the document
compartment on the reverse side of the seat.

continued

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Storage Equipment

Operation Guide

Hook

Inner rack

(Continued)

Hook

The hook is provided below the handlebar.

u Do not attach large luggage to the hook that

would hang out from the scooter and/or
interfere with the movement of your feet.

Inner Rack

The inner rack is provided below the
handlebar.

The maximum allowable load on the hook and
the inner rack shall be no more than 1.5 kg
(3.3 lb).

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Maintenance

Please read “Importance of Maintenance” and “Maintenance Fundamentals” carefully

before attempting any maintenance. Refer to “Specifications” for service data.

Importance of Maintenance....................... P. 62

Maintenance Schedule................................P. 63

Maintenance Fundamentals .......................P. 66

Tool ...............................................................P. 76

Removing & Installing Body Components... P. 77

Battery.....................................................................P. 77

Spark Plug ....................................................P. 79

Engine Oil .....................................................P. 81

Coolant......................................................... P. 85

Brakes........................................................... P. 87

Side Stand.................................................... P. 92

Throttle ........................................................ P. 93

Crankcase Breather..................................... P. 94

Other Adjustments ..................................... P. 95

Adjusting the Headlight Aim.............................P. 95

Other Replacement..................................... P. 96

Replacing the Honda SMART Key Battery......P. 96

Maintenance

Importance of Maintenance

3

WARNING

Importance of Maintenance

Keeping your scooter well-maintained is
absolutely essential to your safety and to protect
your investment, obtain maximum performance,
avoid breakdowns, and reduce air pollution.
Maintenance is the owner’s responsibility. Be
sure to inspect your scooter before each ride,
and perform the periodic checks specified in the
Maintenance Schedule.

Improperly maintaining your scooter or
failing to correct a problem before you
ride can cause a crash in which you can
be seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the inspection and
maintenance recommendations and
schedules in this owner’s manual.

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2 P. 63

Maintenance Safety

Always read the maintenance instructions before
you begin each task, and make sure that you
have the tools, parts, and skills required. We
cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard
that can arise in performing maintenance. Only
you can decide whether or not you should
perform a given task.

Follow these guidelines when performing
maintenance.

● Stop the engine and turn the ignition switch to

the

(Off) position.

● Place your scooter on a firm, level surface

using the side stand, centre stand or a
maintenance stand to provide support.

● Allow the engine, muffler, brakes, and other

high-temperature parts to cool before
servicing as you can get burned.

● Run the engine only when instructed, and do

so in a well-ventilated area.

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

The maintenance schedule specifies the
maintenance requirements necessary to
ensure safe, dependable performance, and
proper emission control.

Maintenance work should be performed in
accordance with Honda’s standards and
specifications by properly trained and
equipped technicians. Your dealer meets all of
these requirements. Keep an accurate record
of maintenance to help ensure that your
scooter is properly maintained. Make sure that
whomever performs the maintenance
completes this record.

All scheduled maintenance is considered a
normal owner operating cost and will be
charged to you by your dealer. Retain all
receipts. If you sell the scooter, these receipts
should be transferred with the scooter to the
new owner.

Honda recommends that your dealer should
road test your scooter after each periodic
maintenance is carried out.

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Maintenance

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Maintenance Schedule

*1

Pre-ride

Items × 1,000 km 1 6 12 18 24 30 36

Check

2 P. 66

× 1,000 mi 0.6 4 8 12 16 20 24

Fuel Line –

Fuel Level –

Throttle Operation 93

*2

Air Cleaner

Crankcase Breather

Spark Plug 79

*3

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I I I I I I I I

Valve Clearance –

Engine Oil 81

I

Frequency

I I I I I I I

I

I I I I I I

Annual

Check

Engine Oil Strainer Screen –

Engine Idle Speed –

Radiator Coolant

*4

I I I I I

Cooling System –

Drive Belt –

Maintenance Level

: Intermediate. We recommend service by your dealer, unless

you have the necessary tools and are mechanically skilled.
Procedures are provided in an official Honda Shop Manual.

I I I I I I I

I I I I

I

I

Maintenance Legend

: Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace, if necessary)

I

: Replace

R

: Clean

: Technical. In the interest of safety, have your scooter serviced

by your dealer.

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Regular

Refer to

Replace

page

3 Years 85

–

94

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

*1

Pre-ride

Check

2 P. 66

× 1,000 mi 0.6 4 8 12 16 20 24

Final Drive oil

Items × 1,000 km 1 6 12 18 24 30 36

*4

Battery 67

Brake Fluid

Brake Shoes/Pads Wear 88, 91

Brake System 87

*4

I I I I I I I I

I I I I I I I I

I I I I I I I I I

Brake Lock Operation –

Headlight Aim 95

Lights/Horn –

I

Clutch Shoes Wear –

Side Stand 92

I I I I I I I I

Suspension –

Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners –

Wheels/Tyres 72

I I I I I I I I

Steering Head Bearings –

Notes:

*1 :

At higher odometer reading, repeat at the frequency interval established here.

*2 :

Service more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.

*3 :

Service more frequently when riding in rain or at full throttle.

*4 :

Replacement requires mechanical skill.

Frequency

Annual

Check

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I I I I I I I

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I I I I I I I

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Regular

Refer to

Replace

page

2 Years –

2 Years 87

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Maintenance

Maintenance Fundamentals

Pre-ride Inspection

To ensure safety, it is your responsibility to
perform a pre-ride inspection and make sure
that any problem you find is corrected. A pre­ride inspection is a must, not only for safety,
but because having a breakdown, or even a
flat tyre, can be a major inconvenience.

Check the following items before you get on
your scooter:

● Fuel level-Fill fuel tank when necessary.

2 P. 55

● Throttle-Check for smooth opening and full

closing in all steering positions. 2 P. 93

● Engine oil level-Add engine oil if necessary.

Check for leaks. 2 P. 81

● Coolant level-Add coolant if required.

Check for leaks.

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2 P. 85

● Brakes-Check operation;

Front: check brake fluid level and pads wear.

2 P. 87, 88

Rear: check shoes wear and freeplay, adjust
if necessary. 2 P. 88, 91

● Lights and horn-Check that lights, indicators

and horn function properly.

● Side stand ignition cut-off system-Check for

proper function. 2 P. 49, 92

● Wheels and tyres-Check condition, air

pressure and adjust if necessary.

2 P. 72

Maintenance Fundamentals

Maintenance

3

WARNING

NOTICE

NOTICE

Replacing Parts

Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their
equivalents to ensure reliability and safety.

Installing non-Honda parts may make
your scooter unsafe and cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt or killed.

Always use Honda Genuine Parts or
equivalents that have been designed
and approved for your scooter.

Battery

Your scooter has a maintenance-free type
battery. You do not have to check the battery
electrolyte level or add distilled water. Clean the
battery terminals if they become dirty or
corroded.
Do not remove the battery cap seals. There is no
need to remove the cap when charging.

Your battery is a maintenance-free type and can be
permanently damaged if the cap strip is removed.

This symbol on the battery means that
this product must not be treated as
household waste.

An improperly disposed of battery can be harmful to the
environment and human health.
Always confirm local regulations for proper battery
disposal instruction.

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Maintenance Fundamentals

Maintenance

3

WARNING

What to do in an emergency

#

If any of the following occur, immediately see
your doctor.

● Electrolyte splashes into your eyes:

u Wash your eyes repeatedly with cool water

for at least 15 minutes. Using water under
pressure can damage your eyes.

● Electrolyte splashes onto your skin:

u Remove affected clothing and wash your

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skin thoroughly using water.

● Electrolyte splashes into your mouth:

u Rinse mouth thoroughly with water, and do

not swallow.

The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.

A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.

Wear protective clothing and a face
shield, or have a skilled mechanic do the
battery servicing.

Cleaning the Battery Terminals

#

1.

Remove the battery. 2 P. 77

2.

If the terminals are starting to corrode and are
coated with a white substance, wash with
warm water and wipe clean.

Maintenance

NOTICE

NOTICE

Blown fuse

3.

If the terminals are heavily corroded, clean
and polish the terminals with a wire brush or
sandpaper. Wear safety glasses.

4.

After cleaning, reinstall the battery.

The battery has a limited life span. Consult your
dealer about when you should replace the
battery. Always replace the battery with another
maintenance-free battery of the same type.

Maintenance Fundamentals

Fuses

Fuses protect the electrical circuits on your
scooter. If something electrical on your scooter
stops working, check for and replace any blown
fuses.

2 P. 117

Inspecting and Replacing Fuses

#

Turn the ignition switch to the (Off) position to
remove and inspect fuses. If a fuse is blown,
replace with a fuse of the same rating. For fuse
ratings, see “Specifications.”

2 P. 134

Installing non-Honda electrical accessories can overload
the electrical system, discharging the battery and possibly
damaging the system.

Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly
increases the chance of damage to the electrical system.

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Maintenance Fundamentals

Maintenance

Oil code

Oil classification

Not recommended Recommended

If a fuse fails repeatedly, you likely have an
electrical fault. Have your scooter inspected by
your dealer.

Engine Oil

Engine oil consumption varies and oil quality
deteriorates according to riding conditions and
time elapsed.
Check the engine oil level regularly, and add the
recommended engine oil if necessary. Dirty oil or
old oil should be changed as soon as possible.

Selecting the Engine Oil

#

For recommended engine oil, see
“Specifications.”

If you use non-Honda engine oil, check the label
to make sure that the oil satisfies all of the
following standards:

● JASO T 903 standard

● SAE standard

● API classification

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2 P. 133

*1

*2

: MB

: 10W-30

*3

: SG or higher

*1.

The JASO T 903 standard is an index for engine
oils for 4-stroke motorcycle engines. There are
two classes: MA and MB. For example, the
following label shows the MB classification.

*2.

The SAE standard grades oils by their viscosity.

*3.

The API classification specifies the quality and
performance rating of engine oils. Use SG or
higher oils, excluding oils marked as “Energy
Conserving” or “Resource Conserving” on the
circular API service symbol.

Maintenance Fundamentals

Maintenance

NOTICE

NOTICE

Brake Fluid

Do not add or replace brake fluid, except in an
emergency. Use only fresh brake fluid from a
sealed container. If you do add fluid, have the
brake system serviced by your dealer as soon as
possible.

Brake fluid can damage plastic and painted surfaces.
Wipe up spills immediately and wash thoroughly.

Recommended brake fluid:

Honda DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid or
equivalent

Recommended Coolant

Use only genuine Honda PRE-MIX COOLANT
without diluting with water. Genuine Honda PRE­MIX COOLANT is excellent at preventing
corrosion and overheating.
The coolant should be inspected and replaced
properly by following the maintenance schedule.

2 P. 63

Using coolant not specified for aluminium engines or tap/
mineral water can cause corrosion.

Crankcase Breather

Service more frequently when riding in rain, at
full throttle, or after the scooter is washed or
overturned. Service if the deposit level can be
seen in the transparent section of the drain tube.
If the drain tube overflows, the air filter may
become contaminated with engine oil causing
poor engine performance.

2 P. 94

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Maintenance Fundamentals

Maintenance

Tyres (Inspecting/Replacing)

Checking the Air Pressure

#

Visually inspect your tyres and use an air
pressure gauge to measure the air pressure at
least once a month or any time you think the
tyres look low. Always check air pressure when
your tyres are cold.

Inspecting for Damage

#

Inspect the tyres for
cuts, slits, or cracks
that exposes fabric or
cords, or nails or other
foreign objects
embedded in the side
of the tyre or the
tread. Also inspect for
any unusual bumps or bulges in the side walls of
the tyres.

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Inspecting for Abnormal Wear

#

Inspect the tyres for
signs of abnormal
wear on the contact
surface.

Maintenance

Wear indicator
location mark

3

WARNING

Inspecting Tread Depth

#

Inspect the tread wear indicators. If they become
visible, replace the tyres immediately.
For safe riding, you should replace the tyres
when the minimum tread depth is reached.

Maintenance Fundamentals

Riding on tyres that are excessively worn
or improperly inflated can cause a crash
in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.

Follow all instructions in this owner’s
manual regarding tyre inflation and
maintenance.

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Maintenance Fundamentals

Maintenance

3

WARNING

Have your tyres replaced by your dealer.
For recommended tyres, air pressure and
minimum tread depth, see “Specifications.”

2 P. 133

Follow these guidelines whenever you replace
tyres.

● Use the recommended tyres or equivalents of

the same size, construction, speed rating, and
load range.

● Do not install a tube inside a tubeless tyre on

this scooter. Excessive heat build-up can cause
the tube to burst.

● Use only tubeless tyres on this scooter. The

rims are designed for tubeless tyres, and
during hard acceleration or braking, a
tubetype tyre could slip on the rim and cause
the tyre to rapidly deflate.

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Installing improper tyres on your scooter
can adversely affect handling and
stability, and can cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.

Always use the size and type of tyres
recommended in this owner’s manual.

Maintenance

Maintenance Fundamentals

Air Cleaner

This scooter is equipped with a viscous type air
cleaner element.
Air blow cleaning or any other cleaning can
degrade the viscous element performance and
cause the intake of dust.
Do not perform the maintenance.
Should be serviced by your dealer.

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Maintenance

Tool

The tools are in reverse side of the seat.

2 P. 59

You can perform some roadside repairs,
minor adjustments and parts replacement
with the provided tools.

● Spark plug wrench

● Standard/Phillips screwdriver

● Screwdriver handle

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Maintenance

Removing & Installing Body Components

Battery lid

Service
coupler

Screw

Battery

cover guide
Battery
cover

Battery box

Battery

Positive terminal

Negative terminal

Battery

Removal

#

Make sure the ignition switch is in
position.

1.

Remove the battery lid from step floor by
removing the screw.

2.

Remove the service coupler from the
battery cover guide.

the (Off)

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Removing & Installing Body Components u Battery

Maintenance

3.

Remove the battery cover from step floor.

4.

Disconnect the negative - terminal from
the battery.

5.

Disconnect the positive + terminal from
the battery.

6.

Remove the battery taking care not to drop
the terminal nuts.

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Installation

#

Install the parts in the reverse order of
removal. Always connect the positive +
terminal first. Make sure that bolts and nuts
are tight.
Make sure the clock information is correct
after the battery is reconnected.

2 P. 18

The anti-theft alarm system will be deactivated
if the battery is disconnected. The system will
remain off when the battery is reconnected.
For proper handling of the battery, see
“Maintenance Fundamentals.”
“Battery Goes Dead.”

2 P. 115

2 P. 66

Maintenance

Spark Plug

NOTICE

Spark plug

Spark plug cap

Checking the Spark Plug

For the recommended spark plug, see
“Specifications.” 2 P. 133

Use only the recommended type of spark plug
in the recommended heat range.

Using a spark plug with an improper heat range can cause
engine damage.

1.

Place your scooter on the centre stand on
a level surface.

2.

Disconnect the spark plug cap from the
spark plug.

3.

Clean any dirt from around the spark plug
base.

4.

Remove the spark plug using provided
spark plug wrench.

2 P. 76

5.

Inspect the electrodes and centre
porcelain for deposits, erosion or carbon
fouling.

u If the erosion or deposit is heavy,

replace the plug.

u Clean a carbon or wet-fouled plug with

a plug cleaner, otherwise use a wire
brush.

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Spark Plug u Checking the Spark Plug

Maintenance

Spark plug gap

Side electrode

NOTICE

6.

7.

8.

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Check the spark plug gap using a wire
type feeler gauge.

u If adjustment is necessary, bend the

side electrode carefully.

The gap should be:

0.8 to 0.9 mm (0.03 to 0.04 in)

Make sure the plug washer is in good
condition.
Install the spark plug. With the plug
washer attached, thread the spark plug in
by hand to prevent cross-threading.

9.

Tighten the spark plug:

● If the old plug is good: 1/8 turn after it

seats.

● If installing a new plug tighten it twice

to prevent loosening

a) First, tighten the plug:
NGK: 1/2 turn after it seats.
DENSO: 3/4 turn after it seats.
b) Then loosen the plug.
c) Next, tighten the plug again:
1/8 turn after it seats.

An improperly tightened spark plug can damage the
engine. If a plug is too loose, a piston may be damaged. If
a plug is too tight, the threads may be damaged.

10 .Install the parts in the reverse order of

removal.

u When reinstalling the spark plug cap,

take care to avoid pinching any cables
or wires.

Maintenance

Upper
level

Lower
level

Oil fill cap/dipstick

Engine Oil

Checking the Engine Oil

Check the engine oil with the Idling Stop
switch at IDLING.

1.

If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 to
5 minutes.

2.

Turn the ignition switch to the (Off)
position and wait for 2 to 3 minutes.

3.

Place your scooter on its centre stand on a
firm, level surface.

4.

Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe it
clean.

5.

Insert the oil fill cap/dipstick until it seats,
but don’t screw it in.

6.

Check that the oil level is between the
upper level and lower level marks on the oil
fill cap/dipstick.

7.

Securely install the oil fill cap/dipstick.

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Engine Oil u Adding Engine Oil

Maintenance

NOTICE

Adding Engine Oil

If the engine oil is below or near the lower
level mark, add the recommended engine oil.

2 P. 70, 133

1.

Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick. Add the
recommended oil until it reaches the upper
level mark.

u Place your scooter on its centre stand on

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a firm, level surface when checking the
oil level.

u Do not overfill above the upper level

mark.

u Make sure no foreign objects enter the

oil filler opening.

u Wipe up any spills immediately.

2.

Securely reinstall the oil fill cap/dipstick.

Overfilling with oil or operating with insufficient oil can
cause damage to your engine. Do not mix different brands
and grades of oil.

For the recommended oil and oil selection
guidelines, see “Maintenance Fundamentals.”

2 P. 70

Changing Engine Oil, Cleaning
Strainer Screen

Changing the oil and cleaning the strainer
screen requires special tools. We recommend
that you have your scooter serviced by your
dealer.

Change the engine oil with the Idling Stop
switch at IDLING.

1.

If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3
to 5 minutes.

2.

Turn the ignition switch to the (Off)
position and wait for 2 to 3 minutes.

Maintenance

Sealing washer

Drain bolt

Spring

Oil plug

O-ring

Oil strainer screen

3.

Place your scooter on its centre stand on
a firm, level surface.

4.

Place a drain pan under the drain bolt and
oil plug.

5.

Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick, drain bolt
and sealing washer to drain the oil.

6.

Remove the oil plug, O-ring, spring and
oil strainer screen and let the remaining
oil drain out.

u Discard the oil at an approved

recycling centre.

7.

Clean the oil strainer screen.

8.

Check that the oil strainer screen and
sealing rubber are in good condition.

9.

Replace the O-ring and apply a thin coat
of engine oil to the new O-ring before
installing it.

10 .

Install the oil strainer screen, spring and oil
plug and tighten.

Torque: 20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 15 lbf·ft)

Engine Oil u Changing Engine Oil, Cleaning Strainer Screen

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Engine Oil u Changing Engine Oil, Cleaning Strainer Screen

Maintenance

11 .

Install a new sealing washer onto the drain
bolt. Tighten the drain bolt.

Torque: 24 N·m (2.4 kgf·m, 18 lbf·ft)

12 .

Fill the crankcase with the recommended
oil (2 P. 70, 133) and install the oil fill cap/
dipstick.

Required oil

When changing oil & cleaning the
strainer screen:

0.8 litres (0.8 US qt, 0.7 Imp qt)

When changing oil only:

0.8 litres (0.8 US qt, 0.7 Imp qt)

13 .

Check the oil level. 2 P. 81

14 .

Check that there are no oil leaks.

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Maintenance

Coolant

UPPER level
mark

LOWER level
mark

Reserve tank

Checking the Coolant

Check that the coolant level in the reserve
tank while the engine is cold.

1.

Place your scooter on a firm, level surface.

2.

Hold your scooter in an upright position.

3.

Check that the coolant level is between the
UPPER level and LOWER level marks on the
reserve tank.

If the coolant level is dropping noticeably or
the reserve tank is empty, you likely have a
serious leak. Have your scooter inspected by
your dealer.

Adding Coolant

If the coolant level is below the LOWER level
mark, add the recommended coolant
(

2 P. 71) until the level reaches the UPPER

level mark.
Add fluid only from the reserve tank cap and
do not remove the radiator cap.

1.

Remove the reserve tank cover by
removing the screw.

2.

Remove the reserve tank cap and add fluid
while monitoring the coolant level.

u Do not overfill above the UPPER level

mark.

u Make sure no foreign objects enter the

reserve tank opening.

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Coolant u Changing Coolant

Maintenance

3

WARNING

Screw

Reserve tank cap

Reserve tank
cover

3.

Securely reinstall the reserve tank cap.

4.

Install the removed parts in the reverse
order of removal.

Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to
spray out, potentially scalding you.

Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.

Changing Coolant

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Have your dealer change the coolant unless
you have the proper tools and are
mechanically qualified.

Maintenance

LWR mark

Front brake fluid
reservoir

Brakes

Checking the Front Brake Fluid

1.

Place your scooter in an upright position
on a firm, level surface.

2.

Check that the brake fluid reservoir is
horizontal and that the fluid level is

above the LWR mark.
If the brake fluid level in the reservoir is below
the LWR mark or the brake lever freeplay
becomes excessive, inspect the brake pads for
wear. If the brake pads are not worn, you most
likely have a leak. Have your scooter inspected
by your dealer.

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Brakes u Inspecting the Front Brake Pads

Maintenance

Brake pads

Wear
indicators

Disc

Freeplay

Inspecting the Front Brake Pads

Check the condition of the brake pad wear
indicators.
The pads need to be replaced if a brake pad is
worn to the indicator.

Inspect the brake pads from below the brake
caliper.
If necessary have the pads replaced by your
dealer.

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Always replace both left and right brake pads
at the same time.

Inspecting the Rear Brake Lever
Freeplay

1.

Place the scooter on its centre stand.

2.

Measure the distance the rear brake lever
moves before the brake takes hold.

Freeplay at the tip of the brake lever:

10 to 20 mm (0.4 to 0.8 in)

Brakes u Adjusting the Rear Brake Lever Freeplay

Maintenance

Brake arm pin

Adjusting nut

Check the brake cable for kinks or signs of
wear. If necessary have it replaced by your
dealer.
Lubricate the brake cable with a commercially
available cable lubricant to prevent premature
wear and corrosion.
Make sure the brake arm, spring and fastener
are in good condition.

Adjusting the Rear Brake Lever
Freeplay

Adjust the freeplay of the brake lever with the
front wheel pointed straight ahead.
Make sure the cut-out on the adjusting nut is
seated on the brake arm pin when adjusting
the freeplay.

If proper adjustment cannot be obtained by
this method, see your dealer.

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Brakes u Adjusting the Rear Brake Lever Freeplay

Maintenance

Brake arm pin

Increase
Freeplay

Adjusting nut

Decrease
Freeplay

NOTICE

Brake arm

Gap

Adjusting nut

Push

Pin

1.

Adjust by turning the rear brake adjusting
nut a half-turn at a time.

3.

Push the brake arm to confirm that there is
a gap between the rear brake adjusting nut
and brake arm pin.

2.

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Apply the brake several times and check
for free wheel rotation after the brake lever
is released.

After adjustment, confirm the freeplay of the
brake lever.

Do not turn the adjuster beyond its natural limits.

Brakes u Inspecting the Rear Brake Shoe Wear

Maintenance

Brake panel

Brake arm

Arrow

Reference
mark

Inspecting the Rear Brake Shoe
Wear

The rear brake is equipped with a brake wear
indicator.

When the brake is applied, an arrow attached
to the brake arm moves toward a reference
mark on the brake panel. If the arrow aligns
with the reference mark on full application of
the brake, the brake shoes must be replaced.
See your dealer for this service.

When the brake service is necessary, see your
dealer. Use only Honda Genuine Parts or its
equivalent.

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Maintenance

Side Stand

Side stand
spring

Checking the Side Stand

1.

Place your scooter on its centre stand on a
firm, level surface.

2.

Check that the side stand operates
smoothly. If the side stand is stiff or
squeaky, clean the pivot area and lubricate
the pivot bolt with clean grease.

3.

Check the spring for damage or loss of
tension.

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4.

Sit on the scooter and raise the side stand.

5.

Start the engine.

6.

Lower the side stand all the way. The
engine should stop as you lower the side
stand. If the engine doesn’t stop, have your
scooter inspected by your dealer.

Maintenance

Freeplay

Flange

Throttle

Checking the Throttle

With the engine off, check that the throttle
rotates smoothly from fully closed to fully
open in all steering positions and throttle
freeplay is correct. If the throttle does not
move smoothly, close automatically, or if the
cable is damaged, have the scooter inspected
by your dealer.

Freeplay at the throttle grip flange:

2 to 6 mm (0.1 to 0.2 in)

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Maintenance

Crankcase
breather
tube

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Crankcase Breather

Cleaning the Crankcase
Breather

1.

Place a suitable container under the
crankcase breather tube.

2.

Remove the crankcase breather tube and
drain deposits.

3.

Reinstall the crankcase breather tube.

Maintenance

Raise

Lower

Pinion

Other Adjustments

Adjusting the Headlight Aim

The right and left headlight aim can be
adjusted in the same way.
You can adjust vertical aim of the headlights
for proper alignment. Turn the pinion in or out
as necessary using provided Phillips
screwdriver (
Obey local laws and regulations.

2 P. 76).

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Maintenance

Other Replacement

Replacing the Honda SMART
Key Battery

If the Honda SMART Key indicator flashes 5
times when the ignition switch is turned to the

(On) position, or the operating range
becomes unstable, replace the battery as
soon as possible.
We recommend to see your dealer for this
service.

Battery type: CR2032

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1.

Remove the upper case by inserting a coin
or a flat head screwdriver covered with a
protective cloth into the slit.

u Wrap a coin or a screwdriver with a

protective cloth to prevent scratching
the Honda SMART Key.

u Do not touch the circuit or terminal. This

may cause problems.

u Be careful to avoid scratching the

waterproof covering or allowing dust to
enter.

u Do not forcibly dismantle the Honda

SMART Key body.