FUEL AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
FUEL OCTANE RATING
Use nonleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 90 or
higher.
NOTE: If leadless gasoline is used, the spark plug can
have a longer service life.
ENGINE OIL
Oil quality is a major contributor to your engine’s
performance and life. Always select good quality engine
oil. Use oil with an API classification of SF/SG. If SAE
10W-40 engine oil is not available, select an alternative
according to the following charts.
NOTE: Dispose of waste engine oil properly to avoid
environmental contamination. We suggest you to collect
the waste oil in a sealed container and take it to a nearby
recycling facility. Do not place it into a trash bin and do not
pour it on the ground.
BREAK-IN
Correctly breaking in the motorcycle can improve its life,
and at the same time fully bring out the performance
of motorcycle. The following guidelines explain proper
break-in procedures:
RECOMMENDED THROTTLE LIMIT
Throttle opening must not reach maximum during the new
motorcycle brake-in period; it is suggested to be less than
3/4 of the maximum, while snap-acceleration must be
avoided while riding.
VARY GEAR POSITION AND ENGINE SPEED
The gear position and engine speed should be changed
frequently instead of being kept in a constant gear
position and speed. During the break-in period, proper
acceleration will ensure a complete break-in. However, do
not exceed the recommended throttle opening limit.
AVOID CONSTANT LOW SPEED
Operating the engine at constant low speed (light load)
can cause parts to glaze and not seat in. Allow the engine
to accelerate freely through the gears, without exceeding
the recommended maximum limits. Do not, however, use
full throttle for the first 500 km.
CIRCULATE ENGINE OIL BEFORE RIDING
Allow sufficient idling time after warm or cold engine start
up before applying load or revving the engine.
This
allows time for the lubricating oil to reach all critical engine
components.
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