Triumph Thunderbird LT, Thunderbird Commander Owner's Handbook Manual

Foreword

FOREWORD

This handbook contains information on the Triumph Thunderbird Commander and the Thunderbird LT. Always store this owner's handbook with the motorcycle and refer to it for information whenever necessary.

Warnings, Cautions and Notes

Throughout this owner's handbook particularly important information is presented in the following form:

Note:

• This note symbol indicates points of particular interest for more efficient and convenient operation.

Warning

This warning symbol identifies special instructions or procedures, which if not correctly followed could result in personal injury, or loss of life.

Caution

This caution symbol identifies special instructions or procedures, which, if not strictly observed, could result in damage to, or destruction of, equipment.

Foreword

Warning Labels

At certain areas of the motorcycle, the symbol (left) can be seen. The symbol means 'CAUTION: REFER TO THE HANDBOOK' and will be followed by a pictorial representation of the subject

concerned.

Never attempt to ride the motorcycle or make any adjustments without reference to the relevant instructions contained in this handbook.

See pages 14 to 17 for the location of all labels bearing this symbol. Where necessary, this symbol will also appear on the pages containing the relevant information.

Maintenance

To ensure a long, safe and trouble free life for your motorcycle, maintenance should only be carried out by an authorized Triumph dealer.

Only an authorized Triumph dealer will have the necessary knowledge, equipment and skills to maintain your Triumph motorcycle correctly.

To locate your nearest Triumph dealer, visit the Triumph web-site at www.triumph.co.uk or telephone Triumph Motorcycles America Limited on (678) 854 2010. Their address is given in the service record book that accompanies this handbook.

Foreword

Immobilizer and Tire Pressure Monitoring System

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference;

• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications to the device could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Noise Control System

Tampering With the Noise Control System is Prohibited.

Owners are warned that the law may prohibit:

a) The removal or rendering

inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair or replacement, of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use and,

b) the use of the vehicle after such

device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person.

Foreword

Owner's Handbook

Thank you for choosing a Triumph motorcycle. This motorcycle is the product of Triumph's use of proven engineering, exhaustive testing, and continuous striving for superior reliability, safety and performance.

Please read this owner's handbook before riding in order to become thoroughly familiar with the correct operation of your motorcycle's controls, its features, capabilities and limitations.

This handbook includes safe riding tips, but does not contain all the techniques and skills necessary to ride a motorcycle safely.

Triumph strongly recommends that all riders undertake a safety course approved by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation to ensure safe operation of this motorcycle. Information about the nearest Motorcycle Safety Foundation course to you can be obtained by calling the following nationwide toll free number: 800-447-4700, or by writing to the Motorcycle Safety Foundation at: 2, Jenner Street, Irvine, California 92718. To ensure a long and trouble free life for your motorcycle, maintenance should be carried out as described in this manual by an authorized Triumph dealer.

This handbook is also available from your local dealer in:

•Dutch;

• French;

•German;

• Italian;

• Japanese;

• Portuguese;

•Spanish;

•Swedish.

Note:

• The fitting of some accessory kits requires removal of the original pillion seat, which houses the handbook. In these circumstances, ensure the Owner's Handbook is removed from the pillion seat and carried with the motorcycle at all times.

Warning

This owner's handbook, and all other instructions that are supplied with your motorcycle, should be considered a permanent part of your motorcycle and should remain with it even if your motorcycle is subsequently sold.

All riders must read this owner's handbook and all other instructions which are supplied with your motorcycle, before riding, in order to become thoroughly familiar with the correct operation of your motorcycle's controls, its features, capabilities and limitations. Do not lend your motorcycle to others as riding when not familiar with your motorcycle's controls, features, capabilities and limitations can lead to an accident.

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Tal k to Tr iu m ph

Our relationship with you does not end with the purchase of your Triumph. Your feedback on the buying and ownership experience is very important in helping us develop our products and services for you. Please help us by ensuring your dealership has your E-mail address and registers this with us. You will then receive an online customer satisfaction survey invitation to your E-mail address where you can give us this feedback.

Your Triumph team.

Information

The information contained in this publication is based on the latest information available at the time of printing. Triumph reserves the right to make changes at any time without prior notice, or obligation.

Not to be reproduced wholly or in part without the written permission of Triumph Motorcycles America Limited.

Publication part number 3852563 issue 1.

Foreword

Table of Contents

This handbook contains a number of different sections. The table of contents below will help you find the beginning of each section where, in the case of the major sections, a further table of contents will help you find the specific subject required.

Foreword. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Warning Labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Parts Identification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Serial Numbers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

How to Ride the Motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Accessories, Loading and Passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Maintenance and Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 3

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 5

Foreword - Safety First

FOREWORD - SAFETY FIRST

The Motorcycle Fuel and Exhaust Fumes

Warning

This motorcycle is designed for on-road use only. It is not suitable for off-road use.

Off-road operation could lead to loss of control of the motorcycle resulting in an accident causing injury or loss of life.

Warning

This motorcycle is not designed to tow a trailer or be fitted with a sidecar. Fitting a sidecar and/or a trailer may result in loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

Warning

This motorcycle is designed for use as a two-wheeled vehicle capable of carrying a rider on his/her own, or a rider and one passenger (subject to a passenger seat being installed).

The total weight of the rider, and any passenger, accessories and luggage must not exceed the maximum load limit of:

• 485 lb (220 kg) for Thunderbird LT.

• 511 lb (232 kg) for Thunderbird Commander.

Warning

GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE:

Always turn off the engine when refuelling.

Do not refuel or open the fuel filler cap while smoking or in the vicinity of any open (naked) flame.

Take care not to spill any gasoline on the engine, exhaust pipes or mufflers when refuelling.

If gasoline is swallowed, inhaled or allowed to get into the eyes, seek immediate medical attention.

Spillage on the skin should be immediately washed off with soap and water and clothing contaminated with gasoline should immediately be removed.

Burns and other serious skin conditions may result from contact with gasoline.

Warning

Never start your engine or let it run for any length of time in a closed area. The exhaust fumes are poisonous and may cause loss of consciousness and death within a short time. Always operate your motorcycle in the open-air or in an area with adequate ventilation.

Foreword - Safety First

Helmet and Clothing

When choosing a helmet, always look for a DOT (Department of Transport) sticker indicating that the helmet has DOT approval. Do not buy a helmet without DOT approval.

Warning

When riding the motorcycle, both rider and passenger must always wear a motorcycle helmet, eye protection, gloves, boots, trousers (close fitting around the knee and ankle) and a brightly coloured jacket. Brightly coloured clothing will considerably increase a rider's (or passenger's) visibility to other operators of road vehicles. Although full protection is not possible, wearing correct protective clothing can reduce the risk of injury when riding.

Warning

A helmet is one of the most important pieces of riding gear as it offers protection against head injuries. You and your passenger's helmet should be carefully chosen and should fit you or your passenger's head comfortably and securely. A brightly colored helmet will increase a rider's (or passenger's) visibility to other operators of road vehicles.

An open face helmet offers some protection in an accident though a full face helmet will offer more.

Always wear a visor or approved goggles to help vision and to protect your eyes.

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Foreword - Safety First

Parking Parts and Accessories

Triumph does not accept any liability whatsoever for defects caused by the fitting of non-approved parts, accessories or conversions or the fitting of any approved parts, accessories or conversions by non-approved personnel.

Warning

Always turn off the engine and remove the ignition key before leaving the motorcycle unattended. By removing the key, the risk of use of the motorcycle by unauthorized or untrained persons is reduced.

When parking the motorcycle, always remember the following:

Engage first gear to help prevent the motorcycle from rolling off the stand.

The engine and exhaust system will be hot after riding. DO NOT park where pedestrians, animals and/or children are likely to touch the motorcycle.

Do not park on soft ground or on a steeply inclined surface. Parking under these conditions may cause the motorcycle to fall over.

For further details, please refer to the 'How to Ride the Motorcycle' section of this owner's handbook.

Warning

Owners should be aware that the only approved parts, accessories and conversions for any Triumph motorcycle are those which carry official Triumph approval and are installed to the motorcycle by an authorized dealer.

In particular, it is extremely hazardous to install or replace parts or accessories whose fitting requires the dismantling of, or addition to, either the electrical or fuel systems and any such modification could cause a safety hazard.

The fitting of any non-approved parts, accessories or conversions may adversely affect the handling, stability or other aspect of the motorcycle operation that may result in loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

Foreword - Safety First

Maintenance/Equipment

Warning

Consult your authorized Triumph dealer whenever there is doubt as to the correct or safe operation of this Triumph motorcycle.

Remember that continued operation of an incorrectly performing motorcycle may aggravate a fault and may also compromise safety.

Warning

Use of a motorcycle with bank angle indicators worn beyond the maximum limit will allow the motorcycle to be banked to an unsafe angle.

Banking to an unsafe angle may cause instability, loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

Details of the bank angle wear limits can be found in the maintenance and adjustment section on page 85.

Warning

Ensure all equipment that is required by law is installed and functioning correctly. The removal or alteration of the motorcycle’s lights, silencers, emission or noise control systems can violate the law. Incorrect or improper modification may adversely affect the handling, stability or other aspect of the motorcycle operation, which may result in loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

Warning

If the motorcycle is involved in an accident, collision or fall, it must be taken to an authorized Triumph dealer for inspection and repair. Any accident can cause damage to the motorcycle that, if not correctly repaired, may cause a second accident that may result in injury or death.

Foreword - Safety First

Riding

Warning

Never ride the motorcycle when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.

Riding when under the influence of alcohol or other drugs is illegal.

Riding when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or other drugs reduces the rider's ability to maintain control of the motorcycle and may lead to loss of control and an accident.

Warning

All riders must be licensed to operate the motorcycle. Operation of the motorcycle without a license is illegal and could lead to prosecution.

Operation of the motorcycle without formal training in the correct riding techniques that are necessary to become licenced is dangerous and may lead to loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

Warning

Always ride defensively and wear the protective equipment mentioned elsewhere in this foreword. Remember, in an accident, a motorcycle does not give the same impact protection as a car.

Warning

This Triumph motorcycle should be operated within the legal speed limits for the particular road travelled. Operating a motorcycle at high speeds can be potentially dangerous since the time available to react to given traffic situations is greatly reduced as road speed increases. Always reduce speed in potentially hazardous driving conditions such as bad weather or heavy traffic.

Warning

Continually observe and react to changes in road surface, traffic and wind conditions. All two-wheeled vehicles are subject to external forces which may cause an accident. These forces include but are not limited to:

• Wind draft from passing vehicles;

• Potholes, uneven or damaged road surfaces;

• Bad weather;

• Rider error.

Always operate the motorcycle at moderate speed and away from heavy traffic until you have become thoroughly familiar with its handling and operating characteristics. Never exceed the legal speed limit.

Foreword - Safety First

WOBBLE/WEAVE

A weave is a relatively slow oscillation of the rear of the motorcycle, while a wobble is a rapid, possibly strong shaking of the handlebar. These are related but distinct stability problems usually caused by excessive weight in the wrong place, or by a mechanical problem such as worn or loose bearings or under-inflated or unevenly worn tires.

Your solution to both situations is the same. Keep a firm hold on the handlebars without locking arms or fighting the steering. Smoothly ease off the throttle to slow gradually. Do not apply the brakes, and do not accelerate to try to stop the wobble or weave. In some cases, it helps to shift your body weight forward by leaning over the tank. Copyright © 2005 Motorcycle Safety Foundation. All rights reserved. Used with permission.

Warning

Ensure that you know and respect the rules of the road. Read and observe publications such as 'MOTORCYCLE SAFETY', 'YOU AN D YOUR MOTORCYCLE , R IDI NG TIPS' and also read and become familiar with the contents of the MOTORCYCLE HANDBOOK for your state.

Caution

This Triumph motorcycle is not fitted with spark arresters. Operation in forests, brush or grass areas may violate state and local laws and regulations.

Foreword - Safety First

Handlebars and Footrests

1. Bank angle indicators

Warning

The rider must maintain control of the vehicle by keeping hands on the handlebars at all times.

The handling and stability of a motorcycle will be adversely affected if the rider removes his hands from the handlebars, resulting in loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

Warning

The rider and passenger must always use the footrests provided, during operation of the vehicle.

By using the footrests, both rider and passenger will reduce the risk of inadvertent contact with any motorcycle components and will also reduce the risk of injury from entrapment of clothing.

Warning

The bank angle indicators must not be used as a guide to how far the motorcycle may be safely banked. This depends on many various conditions including, but not limited to, road surface, tire condition and weather.

Banking to an unsafe angle will lead to loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

Warning

When banking and the bank angle indicator, attached to the rider’s footboard, makes contact with the ground, the motorcycle is nearing its bank angle limit. A further increase of the banking angle is unsafe.

Banking to an unsafe angle may cause instability, loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

Warning Labels

WARNING LABELS

Warning Label Locations – Thunderbird LT

The labels detailed on this and the following pages draw your attention to important safety information in this handbook. Before riding, ensure that all riders have understood and complied with all the information to which these labels relate.

DAILY SAFETY CHECKS AND SEAT CARE

CONTRÔLES DE SÉCURITÉ QUOT IDIEN ET NETT OYAGE DE LA SELLE

COMPROBACIONES DIARIAS Y EL MANTENIMIENTO DE SU ASIENTO

DAGELIJKSE VEILIGHEIDSCONTROLES EN ZADELONDERHOUD

TÄGLICHE SICHERHEITSKONTROLLEN UND PFLEGE DES SITZES

DAGLIGA SÄKERHETSKONTROLLER OCH VÅRD AV SADEL CONTROLLI DI SICUREZZA GIORNALIERI E PULIZIA SELLA

日常安全点検とシートのお手入れ

Coolant

(page 81)

Daily Safety

Checks

(page 53)

Windshield

(page 119 )

Warning Labels

Warning Label Locations – Thunderbird LT (continued)

Caution

All warning labels and decals, with the exception of the Running-in label, are fitted to the motorcycle using a strong adhesive. In some cases, labels are installed prior to an application of paint lacquer. Therefore, any attempt to remove the warning labels will cause damage to the paintwork or bodywork.

Unleaded Fuel

(page 40)

Helmet

(page 8)

Engine Oil

(page 78)

Tires

(page 10 2 )

Drive Belt

(page 96)

Warning Labels

Warning Label Locations – Thunderbird Commander

DAILY SAFETY CHECKS AND SEAT CARE

CONTRÔLES DE SÉCURITÉ QUOTIDIEN ET NETTOYAGE DE LA SELLE

COMPROBACIONES DIARIAS Y EL MANTENIMIENTO DE SU ASIENTO

DAGELIJKSE VEILIGHEIDSCONTROLES EN ZADELONDERHOUD

TÄGLICHE SICHERHEITSKONTROLLEN UND PFLEGE DES SITZES

DAGLIGA SÄKERHETSKONTROLLER OCH VÅRD AV SADEL CONTROLLI DI SICUREZZA GIORNALIERI E PULIZIA SELLA

日常安全点検とシートのお手入れ

Coolant

(page 81)

Daily Safety

Checks

(page 53)

Warning Labels

Warning Label Locations – Thunderbird Commander (continued)

Caution

Unleaded Fuel

(page 40)

Helmet

(page 8)

Engine Oil

(page 78)

Tires

(page 10 2 )

Drive Belt

(page 96)

Parts Identification

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

Thunderbird LT

1. Front turn signal

2. Headlight

3. Clutch cable

4. Fuel tank

5. Allen Key (behind side panel)

6. Handbook/C-spanner (beneath pillion seat)

7. Brake/Rear light

8. Rear brake disc

9. Rear brake caliper

10. Gear shift pedal

11. S i d e st an d 12 . R a d i a t o r

13. Front brake caliper

14. Front brake disc

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12 11 10 9 8

Parts Identification

Parts Identification - Thunderbird LT (continued)

15. Rear suspension unit (behind pannier)

16. Battery (beneath seat)

17. Fuel filler cap

18. Front brake fluid reservoir

19. Coolant pressure cap (beneath fuel tank)

20.Horn

21. Auxiliary lamp

22.Front fork

23.Rear brake pedal

24.Rear brake fluid reservoir

25.Oil filler cap/Dipstick

26.Coolant expansion tank (behind drive belt pulley cover)

27. Muffler

28.Drive belt pulley

29.Rear turn signal

15 16 17 18 19 20 22

29 28 23

27 26 25 24

Parts Identification

Parts Identification - Thunderbird Commander

1. Front turn signal

2. Headlight

3. Clutch cable

4. Fuel tank

5. Allen Key (behind side panel)

6. Handbook/C-spanner (beneath pillion seat)

7. Brake/Rear light

8. Rear brake disc

9. Rear brake caliper

10. Gear shift pedal

11. S i d e st an d 12 . R a d i a t o r

13. Front brake caliper

14. Front brake disc

2 3456

14 13

12 11 10 9 8

Parts Identification

Parts Identification - Thunderbird Commander (continued)

15. Rear suspension unit (behind pannier)

16. Battery (beneath seat)

17. Fuel filler cap

18. Front brake fluid reservoir

19. Coolant pressure cap (beneath fuel tank)

20.Horn

21. Front fork

22.Rear brake pedal

23.Rear brake fluid reservoir

24.Oil filler cap/Dipstick

25.Coolant expansion tank (behind drive belt pulley cover)

26.Muffler

27. Drive belt pulley

28.Rear turn signal

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

28 27 22

26 25 24 23

Parts Identification

Thunderbird LT Shown

1. C lu tc h l e v e r

2. Headlight dimmer switch

3. Auxiliary lamp switch

4. Clutch lever adjuster

5. Speedometer

6. Front brake fluid reservoir

7. Engine stop switch

8. Front brake lever

9. Scroll button

10. Starter button

11. O d o m e t e r

12. Fuel gauge

13. Horn button

14. Turn signal switch

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Serial Numbers

SERIAL NUMBERS

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

The vehicle identification number is stamped into the steering head area of the frame. It is also displayed on a plate, riveted to the frame, beneath the rider’s seat.

In addition, it is displayed on a label which is also adjacent to the steering head.

Record the vehicle identification number in the space provided below.

Engine Serial Number

The engine serial number is stamped on the upper engine crankcase, towards the rear, and is visible from left hand side, behind the starter motor.

Record the engine serial number in the space provided below.

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Serial Numbers

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General Information

GENERAL INFORMATION

Table of Contents

Instrument Panel Layout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Odometer/Trip Meter/Clock/Range to Empty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Low Oil Pressure Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Coolant Temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Engine Management System Malfunction Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Turn Signal Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

High Beam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Neutral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Low Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Alarm/Immobilizer Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Ignition Key. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Ignition Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Engine Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Switch Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Switch Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Steering Lock Key. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Steering Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Right Handlebar Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

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

Starter Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Scroll Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Left Handlebar Switches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Headlight Dimmer Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

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

Horn Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Auxiliary Lamp Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

General Information

Fuel Requirement/Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Fuel Grade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Fuel Tank Cap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Filling the Fuel Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Side Stand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Side Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Tool Kit and Handbook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Seat Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Pillion Seat Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Rider Seat Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Windshield (if fitted) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

To Remove the Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

To Install the Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Panniers (if fitted) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

To Remove the Panniers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

To Install the Panniers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Breaking-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Daily Safety Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

General Information

Instrument Panel Layout

1. Speedometer

2. Fuel gauge

3. Range to empty/Trip meter/Clock

4. Odometer

5. Auxiliary lamp indicator light

6. Engine management malfunction indicator light

7. High beam indicator light

8. High coolant temperature warning light

9. Turn signal light

10. Low oil pressure warning light

11. Low fuel level indicator light

12. Alarm/immobilizer status indicator light (alarm is an accessory)

13. Neutral indicator light

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Instruments

Speedometer

The speedometer indicates the road speed of the motorcycle.

Odometer/Trip Meter/Clock/Range to Empty

1. Trip meter display (trip 1 shown)

2. Odometer display

The odometer shows the total distance that the motorcycle has travelled.

There are two trip meters. Either trip meter shows the distance that the motorcycle has travelled since the meter on display was last reset to zero.

To switch between the trip meter, clock and range to empty display modes, press and release the scroll button (see below), located on the right hand handlebar switch housing, until the desired display is visible.

1. Scroll button

The display will scroll through in the order:

• Trip meter 1;

• Trip meter 2;

•Clock;

•Range to empty.

Tri p Met e r Re s et

To reset either of the trip meters, select and display the trip meter to be zeroed. Then press and hold the scroll button for 4 seconds. After 4 seconds, the trip meter on display will reset to zero.

Warning

Do not attempt to switch between odometer and trip meter display modes or reset the trip meter with the motorcycle in motion as this may lead to loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

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Clock Adjustment

To reset the clock, select the clock display. Then press and hold the scroll button for 4 seconds, the clock’s hour display will start to flash; release the scroll button.

To reset the hour display, ensure the hour display is still flashing then press the scroll button to change the setting. Each individual button press will change the setting by one digit. If the button is held, the display will continuously scroll through in single digit increments.

When the correct hour display is shown, release the scroll button for 4 seconds. The minutes display will begin to flash. The minutes display is adjusted in the same way as for the hour display.

Once both hours and minutes are correctly set, release the scroll button for 4 seconds and the display will cease to flash.

Range to Empty

1. Range to empty

This is an indication of the predicted distance that can be travelled on the remaining fuel in the tank.

Warning

Do not attempt to adjust the clock with the motorcycle in motion as this may lead to loss of motorcycle control and an accident.

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Fuel Gauge

1. F ue l g au g e

The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in the tank.

When there are approximately 1.0 US gal (4.0 liters) of fuel remaining in the tank, the low fuel warning light will illuminate and the trip meter will switch to 'Range to Empty' display (see page 29).

Note:

• After refuelling, the fuel gauge and range to empty information will be updated only while riding the motorcycle. Depending on the riding style, updating could take up to five minutes.

Warning Lights

Low Oil Pressure Warning

With the engine running, if the engine oil pressure becomes dangerously low, the low oil

pressure warning light will illuminate.

Note:

• The low oil pressure warning light will illuminate if the ignition is switched on without running the engine.

Coolant Temperature

If the coolant temperature becomes too high, the high coolant temperature warning light

will illuminate.

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Caution

Stop the engine immediately if the low oil pressure warning light illuminates. Do not restart the engine until the fault has been rectified.

Severe engine damage will result from running the engine when the low oil pressure warning light is illuminated.

Caution

Do not continue to run the engine if the high coolant temperature warning light is illuminated as severe engine damage may result.

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