Honda VFR800 2006, VFR800A 2006 User Manual

This manual should be considered a permanent part of the motorcycle and should remain with the motorcycle when it is resold.

This Owner’s Manual covers the and models. You

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INTERCEPTOR ABS may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model. All illustrations are based on the model.

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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.

2005 Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

2006 Honda VFR800/A INTERCEPTOR/ABS 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

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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.

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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 .

The location and function of indicators, gauges, 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

................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.

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 .

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......................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.

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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 . 2

..................Accessories & Modifications . 5

...........................................Safety Labels . 7

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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.

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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 ).42

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.

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

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Important Safety Information

Ride within Your Limits

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.

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Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition

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 ).65

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)

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Accessories & Modifications

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.

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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.

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Safety Labels

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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 . 11

..............Gauges, Indicators & Displays . 14

......................Multi-function Display . 24

.........................................Fuel Gauge . 25

..............Coolant Temperature Meter . 26

.....................Air Temperature Meter . 28

......................................Speedometer . 30

...........................................Odometer . 30

...............................Tripmeter A & B . 31

Changing the Speed and Mileage

....................................................Unit . 32

.....................................Digital Clock . 33

Instruments & Controls

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Instruments & Controls

Controls & Features

..................................Ignition Switch . 35

........................................Start Button . 36

...........................Engine Stop Switch . 36

...................................Hazard Switch . 37

................Headlight Dimmer Switch . 38

............................Turn Signal Switch . 38

.......................................Horn Button . 39

................................SELECT Button . 39

...................................RESET Button . 39

Instruments & Controls

Operation Component Locations

ignition switch

clutch lever

headlight dimmer switch

turn signal switch

horn button start button

Instruments & Controls

front brake lever

engine stop switch

throttle grip

hazard switch

Operation Component Locations

storage compartment for U-shaped lock

helmet holder

Instruments & Controls

rear brake pedal

shift lever

Operation Component Locations

helmet holder

Instruments & Controls

Gauges, Indicators & Displays

The gauges, indicators and displays on your motorcycle keep you informed, alert you to possible problems, and make your riding safer and more enjoyable. Refer to the gauges, indicators and displays frequently. Their functions are described on the following pages.

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(10) (8)

(9)

Instruments & Controls

(1)

(3)(4) (5)(2)(14)(13)(12)

(6)

(7)

(1) tachometer (2) tachometer red zone (3) anti-lock brake system (ABS)

indicator

(INTERCEPTOR ABS only) (4) high beam indicator (5) PGM-FI malfunction indicator lamp

(MIL) (6) right turn signal indicator (7) right multi-function display (8) RESET button (9) SELECT button

(10) left multi-function display (11) left turn signal indicator (12) low oil pressure indicator (13) coolant temperature indicator (14) neutral indicator

Gauges, Indicators & Displays

Lamp Check

The low oil pressure indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch ON so you can check that it is working. The indicator remains on until after the engine is started.

The PGM-FI malfunction indicator lamp lights for a few seconds and then goes off when you turn the ignition switch ON.

(INTERCEPTOR ABS only) The anti-lock brake system (ABS) indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch ON. This indicator goes off after you ride the motorcycle at a speed above 6 mph (10 km/h).

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.

These indicators are identified in the table on pages with the words:

Check.

If one of these indicators does not come on when it should, have your Honda dealer check for burned-out bulbs or other problems.

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Instruments & Controls

Lamp

Gauges, Indicators & Displays

Display Check

When the ignition switch is turned ON, the left multi-function display ( ) and right multi-function display ( ) will temporarily show all the modes and digital segments so you can make sure the liquid crystal display is functioning properly. (Except digital clock)

Instruments & Controls

The displays are identified in the table on

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pages with the words:

Check.

If any part of these displays does not come on when it should, have your Honda dealer check for problems.

Display

(1) left multi-function display (2) right multi-function display

Gauges, Indicators & Displays

(1)

(2)

Instruments & Controls

Gauges, Indicators & Displays

tachometer

tachometer red zone

anti-lock brake system

(ABS) indicator (red) (INTERCEPTOR ABS)

high beam indicator

(blue)

Instruments & Controls

Shows engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Shows excessive engine rpm range (indicated from the beginning of the tachometer red zone) in which operation may damage the engine. Do not let the tachometer needle enter the red zone. Lights when there is any abnormality in the anti-lock brake system (ABS). Normally, this indicator comes on when the ignition switch is turned ON, and goes off after you ride the motorcycle at a speed above 6 mph (10 km/h). If the indicator comes on while riding, stop the motorcycle in a safe place and turn off the engine. Refer to , page . For information about ABS, see page .

Check.

Lights when the headlight is on high beam.

ABS Indicator

Lamp

Gauges, Indicators & Displays

PGM-FI malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) (red)

right turn signal indicator (amber)

Flashes when there is any abnormality in the PGMFI (Programmed Fuel Injection) system. Should also light for a few seconds and then go off when the ignition switch is turned ON and the engine stop switch is at RUN. If the indicator comes on at any other time, reduce speed and take your motorcycle to a Honda dealer as soon as possible. Flashes when the right turn signal operates.

Instruments & Controls

Lamp Check.

Gauges, Indicators & Displays

right multi-function

display tripmeter A & B

odometer Shows the total miles or kilometers ridden (page

fuel gauge

digital clock

Instruments & Controls

The display includes the following functions:

Display Check.

Shows the number of miles or kilometers ridden since you last reset the meter. The tripmeter has two sub modes, ‘‘A’’ and ‘‘B.’’ To zero (0) the tripmeter, press the RESET button (page ).

30 Shows approximate fuel supply available (page ). When segment F comes on, the fuel tank capacity is:

5.81 US gal (22.0 )

When segment E flashes while riding, fuel reserved in the tank is about:

0.92 US gal (3.5

Shows hour and minute (page ).

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Gauges, Indicators & Displays

RESET button Selects odometer and tripmeter A or B and resets the

SELECT button

tripmeter to zero (0) (page ). Also used to set the digital clock (page ). Selects coolant or air temperature meter (page ) and changes speed and mileage units for the speedometer/odometer/tripmeter (page ). Also used to set the digital clock (page ).

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