Operation Manual
Table Of Contents
- INTRODUCTION
- IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
- TABLE OF CONTENTS
- SAFETY INFORMATION
- DESCRIPTION
- INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
- Immobilizer system
- Main switch/steering lock
- Indicator lights and warning lights
- Multi-function meter unit
- Handlebar switches
- Clutch lever
- Shift pedal
- Brake lever
- Brake pedal
- ABS (for ABS models)
- Fuel tank cap
- Fuel
- Fuel tank breather hose and overflow hose
- Catalytic converter
- Seat
- Helmet holder
- Storage compartment
- Handlebar position
- Adjusting the shock absorber assembly
- Sidestand
- Ignition circuit cut-off system
- FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
- OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
- PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
- Owner’s tool kit
- Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system
- General maintenance and lubrication chart
- Removing and installing the cowling and panels
- Checking the spark plugs
- Engine oil and oil filter cartridge
- Coolant
- Replacing the air filter element
- Adjusting the engine idling speed
- Checking the throttle grip free play
- Valve clearance
- Tires
- Cast wheels
- Adjusting the clutch lever free play
- Checking the brake lever free play
- Brake light switches (for ABS models)
- Brake light switches (for non-ABS models)
- Checking the front and rear brake pads
- Checking the brake fluid level
- Changing the brake fluid
- Drive chain slack
- Cleaning and lubricating the drive chain
- Checking and lubricating the cables
- Checking and lubricating the throttle grip and cable
- Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals
- Checking and lubricating the brake and clutch levers
- Checking and lubricating the sidestand
- Lubricating the swingarm pivots
- Checking the front fork
- Checking the steering
- Checking the wheel bearings
- Battery
- Replacing the fuses
- Replacing the headlight bulb
- Replacing the tail/brake light bulb
- Replacing a turn signal light bulb
- Replacing the license plate light bulb
- Replacing the auxiliary light bulb
- Supporting the motorcycle
- Front wheel (for non-ABS models)
- Rear wheel (for non-ABS models)
- Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting charts
- MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
- SPECIFICATIONS
- CONSUMER INFORMATION
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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9 * Swingarm
• Check operation and for exces-
sive play.
√√√√
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.
Every 50000 km (30000 mi)
10 Drive chain
• Check chain slack, alignment and
condition.
• Adjust and lubricate chain with a
special O-ring chain lubricant
thoroughly.
Every 1000 km (600 mi) and after washing the motorcycle, riding in the rain or
riding in wet areas
11 * Steering bearings
• Check bearing play and steering
for roughness.
√√√√√
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.
Every 20000 km (12000 mi)
12 * Chassis fasteners
• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and
screws are properly tightened.
√√√√√
13
Brake lever pivot
shaft
• Lubricate with silicone grease. √√√√√
14
Brake pedal pivot
shaft
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.
√√√√√
15
Clutch lever pivot
shaft
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.
√√√√√
16
Shift pedal pivot
shaft
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.
√√√√√
17 Sidestand
• Check operation.
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.
√√√√√
18 * Sidestand switch • Check operation. √√√√√√
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
ODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK
1000 km
(600 mi)
10000 km
(6000 mi)
20000 km
(12000 mi)
30000 km
(18000 mi)
40000 km
(24000 mi)
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