Owner`s manual
Table Of Contents
- INTRODUCTION
- IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
- TABLE OF CONTENTS
- LOCATION OF IMPORTANT LABELS
- SAFETY INFORMATION
- DESCRIPTION
- INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
- Main switch/steering lock
- Indicator and warning lights
- Speedometer unit
- Self-diagnosis device
- Handlebar switches
- Clutch lever
- Shift pedal
- Brake lever
- Brake pedal
- Fuel tank cap
- Fuel
- Catalytic converters
- Fuel cock
- Starter (choke) knob
- Seats
- Helmet holder
- Storage compartment
- Adjusting the shock absorber assembly
- Luggage strap holders
- 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 panels
- Checking the spark plugs
- Canister (for California only)
- Engine oil and oil filter element
- Final gear oil
- Cleaning the air filter element
- Carburetors
- Checking the engine idling speed
- Checking the throttle cable free play
- Valve clearance
- Tires
- Spoke wheels
- Adjusting the clutch lever free play
- Adjusting the brake lever free play
- Adjusting the brake pedal position and free play
- Brake light switches
- Checking the front brake pads and rear brake shoes
- Checking the brake fluid level
- Changing the brake fluid
- 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 a turn signal light bulb or the tail/brake light bulb
- Supporting the motorcycle
- Front wheel
- Rear wheel
- Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting chart
- MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
- SPECIFICATIONS
- CONSUMER INFORMATION
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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nect the negative lead before
disconnecting the positive lead.
[ECA16302]
2. If the battery will be stored for more
than two months, check it at least
once a month and fully charge it if
necessary.
3. Fully charge the battery before in-
stallation. NOTICE: When install-
ing the battery, be sure the key
is turned to “OFF”, then con-
nect the positive lead before
connecting the negative lead.
[ECA16840]
4. After installation, make sure that
the battery leads are properly con-
nected to the battery terminals.
NOTICE
ECA16530
Always keep the battery charged.
Storing a discharged battery can
cause permanent battery damage.
EAU23526
Replacing the fuses
The main fuse and the fuse box, which
contains the fuses for the individual cir-
cuits, are located behind panel B. (See
page 7-9.)
If a fuse is blown, replace it as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF” and turn off
the electrical circuit in question.
2. Remove the blown fuse, and then
install a new fuse of the specified
amperage. WARNING! Do not
use a fuse of a higher amperage
rating than recommended to
avoid causing extensive dam-
age to the electrical system and
possibly a fire.
[EWA15131]
1. Fuse box
2. Main fuse
3. Spare main fuse
1. Headlight fuse
2. Signaling system fuse
3. Ignition fuse
4. Carburetor heater fuse
5. Ignitor unit fuse
6. Spare fuse
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