TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
Further safe-riding points ................1-5
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view........................................2-3
Controls and instruments.................2-5
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS .......................................3-1
Immobilizer system .........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-2
Indicator lights and
warning lights ..............................3-4
Speedometer ..................................3-5
Tachometer ....................................3-6
Multi-function display ......................3-6
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .............3-11
Handlebar switches ......................3-11
Front brake lever ..........................3-12
Rear brake lever ...........................3-13
ABS (for ABS models) ..................3-13
Fuel tank cap ................................3-14
Fuel ...............................................3-15
Catalytic converters ......................3-16
Securing bracket ...........................3-17
Seat ..............................................3-17
Storage compartments .................3-18
Travel trunk ..................................3-19
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies ................................3-20
Sidestand .....................................3-21
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 3-21
Auxiliary DC jack ..........................3-23
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .............4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS.................................5-1
Starting the engine .........................5-1
Starting off ...................................... 5-2
Acceleration and deceleration ........ 5-3
Braking ...........................................5-3
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ...............................5-4
Engine break-in ..............................5-4
Parking ...........................................5-5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ...............................6-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ............. 6-3
General maintenance and
lubrication chart ..........................6-4
Removing and installing
the cowling and panel ................. 6-8
Checking the spark plug .................6-9
Engine oil .....................................6-10
Final transmission oil ....................6-13
Coolant .........................................6-14
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ................................... 6-16
Adjusting the throttle grip free
play ........................................... 6-17
Valve clearance ........................... 6-18
Tires ............................................. 6-18
Cast wheels ................................. 6-20
Checking the front and
rear brake lever free play ......... 6-21
Checking the front and
rear brake pads ........................ 6-21
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-22
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-24
Checking and lubricating
the cables ................................. 6-24
Checking and lubricating
the throttle grip and cable ......... 6-24
Lubricating the front and
rear brake levers ...................... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ....... 6-25
Checking the front fork ................. 6-26
Checking the steering .................. 6-27
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-27
Battery ......................................... 6-27
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-29
Replacing a headlight bulb .......... 6-30
Replacing a front turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 6-31
Replacing a tail/brake light bulb or
a rear turn signal light bulb ....... 6-31
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