CMX250C 2007
This manual should be considered a permanent part of the motorcycle and should remain
with the motorcycle when it is resold.
This publication includes the latest production information available before printing. Honda
Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without
incurring any obligation.
No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission.
The vehicle pictured on the front cover may not match your vehicle.
2006 Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
2007
Honda CMX250C
REBEL
OWNER’S MANUAL
Introduction
Congratulations on choosing your Honda
motorcycle.
When you own a Honda, you’re part of a
worldwide family of satisfied customers
−
people who appreciate Honda’s
reputation for building quality into every
product.
Before riding, take time to get acquainted
with your motorcycle and how it works.
To protect your investment, we urge you
to take responsibility for keeping your
motorcycle well maintained. Scheduled
service is a must, of course. But it’s just as
important to observe the break-in
guidelines, and perform all pre-ride and
other periodic checks detailed in this
manual.
Introduction
We also recommend that you read this
owner’s manual before you ride. It’s full
of facts, instructions, safety information,
and helpful tips. To make it easy to use,
the manual contains a detailed list of
topics at the beginning of each section,
and both an in-depth table of contents and
an index at the back of the book.
As you read this manual, you will find
information that is preceded by a
symbol. This information is
intended to help you avoid damage to your
Honda, other property, or the environment.
Introduction
Read the Warranties Booklet (page )
thoroughly so you understand the
coverages that protect your new Honda
and are aware of your rights and
responsibilities.
If you have any questions, or if you ever
need special service or repairs, remember
that your Honda dealer knows your
motorcycle best and is dedicated to your
complete satisfaction.
Please report any change of address or
ownership to your Honda dealer so we
will be able to contact you concerning
important production information.
187
You may also want to visit our website at
www.honda.com.
Happy riding!
California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING:
emits chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
This product contains or
Introduction
A Few Words About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this motorcycle safely
is an important responsibility.
To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures
and other information on 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 motorcycle. You must use your own good judgment.
You will find important safety information in a variety of forms, including:
Safety Labels
Safety Messages
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION
These signal words mean:
Safety Messages
–– on the motorcycle.
–– preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words:
or .
A Few Words About Safety
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.
Safety Headings
Safety Section
Instructions
This entire manual is filled with important safety information –– please read it carefully.
–– such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions.
–– such as Motorcycle Safety.
–– how to use this motorcycle correctly and safely.
Safety Messages
Contents
These pages give an overview of the
contents of your owner’s manual. The first
page of each section lists the topics
covered in that section.
..............................Motorcycle Safety .
Important safety information you
should know, plus a look at the safetyrelated labels on your motorcycle.
....................Instruments & Controls .
and controls on your motorcycle and
operating instructions for various
controls and features.
Contents
.....................................Before Riding .
The importance of wearing a helmet
and other protective gear, how to make
sure you and your motorcycle are ready
to ride, and important information about
1
9
loading.
................Basic Operation & Riding .
How to start and stop the engine, shift
gears, and brake. Also, riding
precautions and important information
about riding with a passenger or cargo.The location and function of indicators
21
31
Contents
......................Servicing Your Honda .
Why your motorcycle needs regular
maintenance, what you need to know
before servicing your Honda, an owner
maintenance schedule, and instructions
for specific maintenance and
adjustment items.
......................................................Tips .
How to store and transport your
motorcycle and how to be an
environmentally-responsible rider.
What to do if you have a flat tire, your
engine won’t start, etc.
.......Taking Care of the Unexpected .
131
139
47
......................Technical Information .
ID numbers, technical specifications,
and other technical facts.
.....................Consumer Information .
Information on warranties, emission
controls, how to get Honda service
manuals, and...
........‘‘Reporting Safety Defects’’ .
..............................Table of Contents .
Sequential listing of topics in this
owner’s manual.
....................................................Index .
Quick Reference
Handy facts about fuel, engine oil, tire
sizes, and air pressures.
Contents
161
183
193
194
198
Motorcycle Safety
This section presents some of the most
important information and
recommendations to help you ride your
motorcycle safely. Please take a few
moments to read these pages. This section
also includes information about the
location of safety labels on your
motorcycle.
................Important Safety Information .
.................Accessories & Modifications .
..........................................Safety Labels .
Motorcycle Saf ety
2
5
7
1
Important Safety Information
of service and pleasure if you take
responsibility for your own safety and
understand the challenges you can meet
while riding.
There is much that you can do to protect
yourself when you ride. You’ll find many
helpful recommendations throughout this
manual. The following are a few that we
consider most important.
2
Motorcycle Saf ety
−
Always Wear a HelmetYour motorcycle can provide many years
It’s a proven fact: helmets significantly
reduce the number and severity of head
injuries. So always wear an approved
motorcycle helmet and make sure your
passenger does the same. We also
recommend that you wear eye protection,
sturdy boots, gloves, and other protective
gear (page ).22
Important Safety Information
Take Time to Learn & Practice
Even if you have ridden other motorcycles,
take time to become familiar with how
this motorcycle works and handles.
Practice in a safe area until you build your
skills and get accustomed to the
motorcycle’s size and weight.
Because many accidents involve
inexperienced or untrained riders, we urge
all riders to take a certified course
approved by the Motorcycle Safety
Foundation (MSF). See page .
Ride Defensively
The most frequent motorcycle collision
happens when a car turns left in front of a
motorcycle. Another common situation is
a car moving suddenly into your lane.
24
Always pay attention to other vehicles
around you, and do not assume that other
drivers see you. Be prepared to stop
quickly or make an evasive maneuver. For
other riding tips, see the booklet,
Your Motorcycle: Riding Tips and
Practice Guide,
new motorcycle (USA only).
Make Yourself Easy to See
Some drivers do not see motorcycles
because they are not looking for them. To
make yourself more visible, wear bright
reflective clothing, position yourself so
other drivers can see you, signal before
turning or changing lanes, and use your
horn when it will help others notice you.
which came with your
Motorcycle Saf ety
You and
3
Important Safety Information
Pushing limits is another major cause of
motorcycle accidents. Never ride beyond
your personal abilities or faster than
conditions warrant. Remember that
alcohol, drugs, fatigue, and inattention can
significantly reduce your ability to make
good judgments and ride safely.
Don’t Drink and Ride
Alcohol and riding don’t mix. Even one
drink can reduce your ability to respond to
changing conditions, and your reaction
time gets worse with every additional
drink. So don’t drink and ride, and don’t
let your friends drink and ride either.
4
Motorcycle Saf ety
Keep Your Honda in Safe ConditionRide within Your Limits
It’s important to keep your motorcycle
properly maintained and in safe riding
condition. To help avoid problems, inspect
your motorcycle before every ride and
perform all recommended maintenance.
Never exceed load limits (page ), and
do not modify your motorcycle (page )
or install accessories that would make
your motorcycle unsafe (page ).
29
6
5
Modifying your motorcycle or using nonHonda accessories can make your
motorcycle unsafe. Before you consider
making any modifications or adding an
accessory, be sure to read the following
information.
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.
Accessories & Modifications
Accessories
We strongly recommend that you use only
genuine Honda accessories that have been
specifically designed and tested for your
motorcycle. Because Honda cannot test all
other accessories, you must be personally
responsible for proper selection,
installation, and use of non-Honda
accessories.
Check with your Honda dealer for
assistance and always follow these
guidelines:
Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, reduce ground
clearance and lean angle, limit
suspension travel or steering travel, alter
your riding position, or interfere with
operating any controls. (cont’d)
Motorcycle Saf ety
5
Accessories & Modifications
Do not install any fairing or windscreen
unless it was designed and tested by
Honda for your motorcycle. Some
fairings or windscreens, even smaller
ones, can cause unstable handling of
your motorcycle. This is especially true
if the fairing or windscreen is poorly
designed or improperly mounted.
Do not add any electrical equipment
that will exceed the motorcycle’s
electrical system capacity (page ).
A blown fuse can cause a loss of lights
or engine power (page ).
Do not pull a trailer or sidecar with your
motorcycle. This motorcycle was not
designed for these attachments, and
their use can seriously impair your
motorcycle’s handling.
6
Motorcycle Saf ety
154
169
Modifications
We strongly advise you not to remove any
original equipment or modify your
motorcycle in any way that would change
its design or operation. Such changes
could seriously impair your motorcycle’s
handling, stability, and braking, making it
unsafe to ride.
Removing or modifying your lights,
exhaust system, emission control system,
or other equipment can also make your
motorcycle illegal.
Safety Labels
Safety labels on your motorcycle either warn you of potential hazards that could cause
serious injury or they provide important safety information. Read these labels carefully and
don’t remove them.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement.
Motorcycle Saf ety
7
Safety Labels
Motorcycle Saf ety
8
〈〉
For USA
〈〉
For Canada
Instruments & Controls
This section shows the location of all
gauges, indicators, and controls you would
normally use before or while riding your
motorcycle.
The items listed on this page are described
in this section. Instructions for other
components are presented in other sections
of this manual where they will be most
useful.
...........Operation Component Locations .
................................................Indicators .
................................Controls & Features .
..........................................Fuel Valve .
.......................................Choke Lever .
...................................Ignition Switch .
.........................................Start Button .
............................Engine Stop Switch .
.................Headlight Dimmer Switch .
.............................Turn Signal Switch .
........................................Horn Button .
........................Tripmeter Reset Knob .
Instruments & Controls
10
13
16
16
16
17
18
18
19
19
20
20
9
Operation Component Locations
clutch lever
headlight
dimmer switch
horn button
Instruments & Controls
10
ignition switch
choke lever
turn signal switch
engine stop switch
front brake
lever
throttle grip
start button
Operation Component Locations
steering lock
rear brake pedal
Instruments & Controls
11
Operation Component Locations
fuel valve helmet holder
shift lever
Instruments & Controls
12
Indicators
The indicators on your motorcycle keep
you informed, alert you to possible
problems, and make your riding safer and
more enjoyable. Refer to the indicators
frequently. Their functions are described
on the following pages.
(1) (2)
(3)
(7)
(4)
(5)(6)
(1) speedometer
(2) odometer
(3) gear range indicator
(4) turn signal indicator
(5) neutral indicator
(6) high beam indicator
(7) tripmeter
USA: Odometer & tripmeter read in miles.
Canada: Odometer & tripmeter read in
kilometers.
Instruments & Controls
13
Indicators
Lamp Check
When applicable, the high beam and
neutral indicators come on when you turn
the ignition switch ON and remain on until
you select the low beam or shift out of
neutral.
If one of these indicators does not come
on when it should, have your Honda dealer
check for burned-out bulbs or other
problems.
14
Instruments & Controls
speedometer
1
odometer
2
gear range indicator Shows proper speed range for each gear.
3
Shows riding speed in miles (USA) or kilometers
(Canada) per hour.
Shows the total miles (USA) or kilometers (Canada)
ridden.
Indicators
4
turn signal indicator
(orange)
neutral indicator (green)
5
high beam indicator
6
(blue)
tripmeter
7
Flashes when either turn signal operates.
Lights when the transmission is in neutral.
Lights when the headlight is on high beam.
Shows the number of miles (USA) or kilometers
(Canada) ridden since you last reset the meter. To
zero (0) the tripmeter, turn the tripmeter reset
knob (page ).20
Instruments & Controls
15
Controls & Features
Fuel Valve
−
RES for extra fuel to get to a gas station
for refueling.
LEFT SIDE
(1)
(1) fuel valve
The fuel valve ( ) is located on the left
side under the fuel tank.
The three-way fuel valve is used to control
the flow of fuel from the fuel tank to the
carburetor.
−
ON normal position for riding.
−
OFF for parking, storing, or
transportation.
16
Instruments & Controls
1
For complete information about fueling
your motorcycle, see page .
70
Choke Lever
LEFT HANDLEBAR
(1)
(1) choke lever
The choke lever ( ) may be used when
starting the engine. See page .
((BB))
((AA))
(A) fully ON
(B) fully OFF
1
34
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch ( ) is used for starting
and stopping the engine (page ). The
ignition key is also used to lock the
steering for theft prevention (page ).
Insert the key and turn it to the right for
the ON position.
Key Position Function
()
ON
OFF
1
33
42
Electrical circuits on.
No electrical
circuits function.
Controls & Features
FRONT
(1)
(1) ignition switch
OFF
ON
()
Instruments & Controls
17
Controls & Features
Start Button Engine Stop Switch
The start button ( ) is used for starting the
engine. Pushing the button in starts the
engine. See page .
When the start button is pushed, the starter
motor will crank the engine; the headlight
will automatically go out, but the taillight
will stay on.
The engine will not operate if the engine
stop switch is in the OFF position when
the start button is pushed.
18
Instruments & Controls
1
Starting Procedure,
34
RIGHT HANDLEBAR
(1) start button
(2) engine stop switch
The engine stop switch ( ) is used to stop
the engine in an emergency. To operate,
push the switch to the OFF position. The
switch must be in the RUN position to
start the engine, and it should normally
remain in the RUN position even when the
engine is OFF.
(2)
(1)
OFF
RUN
2
If your motorcycle is stopped with the
ignition switch ON and the engine stop
switch OFF, the headlight and taillight
will remain on, resulting in battery
discharge.
Headlight Dimmer Switch
1
to change between the high and low beams
of the headlight. To operate, turn the
switch to HI for high beam, LO for low
beam.
Controls & Features
Turn Signal Switch
Theturnsignalswitch( )isusedtosignal
a turn or a lane change. To operate, move
the switch all the way in the proper
direction and release it. The appropriate
turn signal lights will start blinking. To
cancel the light, push the switch in.The headlight dimmer switch ( ) is used
LEFT HANDLEBAR
(1)
(2)
(3)
2
(1) headlight dimmer switch
(2) turn signal switch
(3) horn button
Instruments & Controls
HI
LO
19
Controls & Features
Horn Button
The horn is used to alert other motorists.
To operate, push the horn button ( ).
Tripmeter Reset Knob
3
The tripmeter reset knob ( ) is used to
reset the tripmeter to zero (0) by turning
the knob in the direction shown.
(4)
(4) tripmeter reset knob
20
Instruments & Controls
4
Before Riding
Before each ride, you need to make sure
you and your Honda are both ready to ride.
To help get you prepared, this section
discusses how to evaluate your riding
readiness, what items you should check on
your motorcycle, and adjustments to make
for your comfort, convenience, or safety.
This section also includes important
information about loading.
For information about adjusting the
suspension on your Honda, see page .
95
........................Are You Ready to Ride? .
..............................Protective Apparel .
....................................Rider Training .
......Is Your Motorcycle Ready to Ride? .
.............................Pre-ride Inspection .
......................Load Limits & Guidelines .
...............................................Loading .
........................................Load Limits .
............................Loading Guidelines .
Before Riding
22
22
24
25
25
28
28
29
29
21
Loading...