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ACCESSORIES AND LOADING WARNING LABEL

WARNING

ACCESSORIES AND LOADING

•

The safety stability and handling of this vehicle may be affected

by the addition of accessories and luggage.

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Read carefully the instructions contained in user's manual and

installation guide before installing any accessory.

•

The total weight of accessories and luggage added to rider's and

passenger's weight should not exceed

170 kg (375 lb)

, which is

the maximum weight capacity.

•

The luggage weight must not exceed

13 kg (29 lb)

under any

circumstances.

•

The fitting of large fork-mounted or large handlebar mounted

fairing is not recommended.

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Page 1: ...latest production information available before printing Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation No part of this publicatio...

Page 2: ...for building quality into every product To ensure your safety and riding pleasure Read this owner s manual carefully Follow all recommendations and procedures contained in this manual Pay close atten...

Page 3: ...aintaining a vehicle You must use your own good judgement You will find important safety information in a variety of forms including Safety labels on the vehicle Safety Messages preceded by a safety a...

Page 4: ...Contents Vehicle Safety P 2 Operation Guide P 16 Maintenance P 43 Troubleshooting P 76 Information P 85 Specifications P 97 Index P 100...

Page 5: ...Labels P 6 Safety Precautions P 10 Riding Precautions P 11 Accessories Modifications P 14 Loading P 15 This section contains important information for safe riding of your vehicle Please read this sect...

Page 6: ...t you are physically fit mentally focused and free of alcohol and drugs Check that you and your passenger are both wearing an approved helmet and protective apparel Instruct your passenger on holding...

Page 7: ...very additional drink The same is true for drug use Don t drink or use and ride and don t let your friends do it either Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition It s important to keep your vehicle properly m...

Page 8: ...sonous carbon monoxide a colourless odorless gas Breathing carbon monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death If you run the engine in confined or even partly enclosed area the air...

Page 9: ...h label The meanings of each symbol and label are as follows Read instructions contained in Owner s Manual carefully Read instructions contained in Shop Manual carefully In the interest of safety take...

Page 10: ...nderstand proper handling and hazards of the battery very well Handle the battery electrolyte with extreme care as it contains dilute sulfuric acid Contact with your skin or eyes can burn you or cause...

Page 11: ...ned in user s manual and installation guide before installing any accessory The total weight of accessories and luggage added to rider s and passenger s weight should not exceed 170 kg 375 lb which is...

Page 12: ...3 psi Driver and passenger Front 175 kPa 1 75 kgf cm2 25 psi Rear 225 kPa 2 25 kgf cm2 33 psi Keep chain adjusted and lubricated Freeplay 20 30 mm 0 8 1 2 in SAFETY REMINDER LABEL For your protection...

Page 13: ...e to weather and road conditions Helmet Safety standard certified high visibility correct size for your head Must fit comfortably but securely with the chin strap fastened Face shield with unobstructe...

Page 14: ...action surfaces u The tyres slip more easily on such surfaces and braking distances are longer Avoid continuous braking u Repeated braking such as when descending long steep slopes can seriously overh...

Page 15: ...tra caution when braking in wet conditions If the brakes get wet apply the brakes while riding at low speed to help them dry Parking Park on a firm level surface If you must park on a slight incline o...

Page 16: ...ar to the right reduces stability and may cause the vehicle to fall 4 Turn the ignition switch to the Lock position and remove the key 2 P 36 Refuelling and Fuel Guidelines Follow these guidelines to...

Page 17: ...public roads Before deciding to install accessories on your vehicle be certain the modification is safe and legal 3WARNING Improper accessories or modifications can cause a crash in which you can be s...

Page 18: ...ified load limits Maximum weight capacity Maximum luggage weight 2 P 97 Tie all luggage securely evenly balanced and close to the centre of the vehicle Do not place objects near the lights or the muff...

Page 19: ...throttle gradually Obey the speed limit Shift Change P 39 How to use basic features Instruments P 20 Indicators P 32 Switches P 34 Steering Lock P 36 Starting the Engine P 37 Start and warm the engin...

Page 20: ...e applied the brakes Parking P 12 Stopping If pulling off the road signal early enough to show traffic that you are pulling over and pull over smoothly Turning Corners Do your braking before entering...

Page 21: ...59 Throttle grip P 74 CBS brake fluid reservoir P 64 Engine oil fill cap dipstick P 62 Brakelight switch P 69 Front brake fluid reservoir P 64 Fuse box P 84 Rear brake pedal P 66 Rear suspension sprin...

Page 22: ...19 Clutch lever P 72 Fuel fill cap P 40 Document bag P 41 Tool kit P 41 Rear suspension spring preload adjuster P 75 Drive chain P 71 Side stand P 70 Shift lever P 39 Seat P 60 Helmet holder P 42 Cen...

Page 23: ...uide 20 Display Check When the ignition switch is turned to the On position initial animation will show If any part of these displays does not come on when it should have your dealer check for problem...

Page 24: ...P 25 The gear position is shown in the gear position indicator Gear position indicator If the fuel gauge indicator flashes in a repeat pattern or turns off P 79 Fuel gauge Remaining fuel when only 1st...

Page 25: ...eter tripmeter A tripmeter B current fuel mileage average fuel mileage and available driving distance Operation Guide 22 Instruments Continued Unselectable when all the fuel gauge segments light Selec...

Page 26: ...mileage Display range 0 0 to 99 9 L 100km km L or mile L or 0 0 to 299 9 mile gal More than 99 9 L 100km km L or mile L 99 9 is displayed More than 299 9 mile gal 299 9 is displayed If your speed is l...

Page 27: ...26 Available driving distance RANGE Displays the estimated distance you can travel on remaining fuel It is unselectable when all the fuel gauge segments light Display range 999 to 5 km or 999 to 3 mi...

Page 28: ...re to reset the indicator To reset the SERVICE DUE indicator Press and hold the SET switch while turning the ignition switch to the On position and keep holding the SET switch for more than 3 seconds...

Page 29: ...RANGE To reset tripmeter A average fuel mileage and available driving distance together press and hold SET button with tripmeter A displayed To reset tripmeter B press and hold SET button with tripmet...

Page 30: ...not pressed for about 30 seconds items in the process of being set will be discarded and only items that were set and finalized will be applied Only if the ignition switch is turned to the Off positio...

Page 31: ...th odometer TOTAL displayed press and hold the SEL and SET button until ECO indicator starts flashing c Press SEL button to select ON activate or OFF deactivate d Press SET button The ECO indicator is...

Page 32: ...hour quickly b Press SET button The minute digits start flashing c Press SEL button until the desired minute is displayed u Press and hold SEL button to advance the minute quickly d Press SET button T...

Page 33: ...el mileage meter unit 4 Changing of fuel mileage meter unit a When the km h for speed and km for mileage are selected Press SEL button to select L 100km or km L When the mph for speed and mile for mil...

Page 34: ...Operation Guide 31...

Page 35: ...f one of these indicators does not come on when it should have your dealer check for problems Right turn signal indicator Left turn signal indicator Neutral indicator Comes on when the transmission is...

Page 36: ...el consumption improves the ECO indicator will come on ECO indicator If it comes on while engine is running P 78 Comes on briefly when the ignition switch is turned to the On position PGM FI Programme...

Page 37: ...he turn signal off u In an emergency switch to the Stop position the starter motor will not operate to stop the engine Turn signal switch Should normally remain in the Run position Horn button Headlig...

Page 38: ...inued Ignition switch Switches the electrical system on off locks the steering u Key can be removed when in the Off or Lock position On Off Lock Turns electrical system on for starting riding Turns en...

Page 39: ...n the handlebar all the way to the left or right b Push the key down and turn the ignition switch to the Lock position u Jiggle the handlebars if the lock is difficult to engage c Remove the key Unloc...

Page 40: ...at an altitude above 2 500 m 8 000 feet NOTICE If the vehicle is transported to a place 2 000 m 6 500 feet higher or lower than the start point you may not be able to achieve sufficient engine perform...

Page 41: ...ly and press the start button for 5 seconds b Repeat the normal starting procedure c If the engine starts open the throttle slightly if idling is unstable d If the engine does not start wait 10 second...

Page 42: ...ting Gears Your vehicle transmission has 5 forward gears in a one down four up shift pattern If you put the vehicle in gear with the side stand down the engine will shut off Operation Guide 39 2 3 4 5...

Page 43: ...g the Fuel Fill Cap a After refuelling align the fuel cap latch with the slot in the filler neck Push the fuel fill cap into the filler neck until it snaps closed and locks b Remove the ignition key a...

Page 44: ...Storage Equipment Tool Kit Document Bag The tool kit is located under side of the seat Document bag is located under the seat Removing the Seat P 60 Operation Guide 41 Continued Tool kit Document bag...

Page 45: ...NING Riding with a helmet attached to the holder can interfere with the rear wheel or suspension and could cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Use the helmet holder only while p...

Page 46: ...ry P 59 Seat P 60 Side Cover P 61 Engine Oil P 62 Brakes P 64 Side Stand P 70 Drive Chain P 71 Clutch P 72 Throttle P 74 Other Adjustments P 75 Adjusting the Rear Suspension P 75 Please read Importanc...

Page 47: ...and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner s manual Maintenance Safety Always read the maintenance instructions before you begin each task and make sure that you have the tools parts...

Page 48: ...ements Keep an accurate record of maintenance to help ensure that your vehicle is properly maintained Make sure that whomever performs the maintenance completes this record All scheduled maintenance i...

Page 49: ...Engine Oil Strainer Screen Engine Oil Filter Engine Idle Speed Evaporative Emission Control System Drive Chain 1000 km 600mi 71 Maintenance Level Maintenance Legend Intermediate We recommend service...

Page 50: ...Aim Lights Horn Engine Stop Switch Clutch System 72 Side Stand 70 Suspension 75 Nuts Bolts Fasteners Wheels Tyres 56 Steering Head Bearings Notes 1 At higher odometer reading repeat at the frequency...

Page 51: ...P 74 Engine oil level Add engine oil if necessary Check for leaks 2 P 62 Drive chain Check condition and slack adjust and lubricate if necessary 2 P 71 Brakes Check operation Front check brake fluid...

Page 52: ...mentioned on the colour label The colour label is attached to the frame under the seat 2 P 60 3WARNING Installing non Honda parts may make your vehicle unsafe and cause a crash in which you can be ser...

Page 53: ...no need to remove the cap when charging NOTICE Your battery is a maintenance free type and can be permanently damaged if the cap strip is removed This symbol on the battery means that this product mus...

Page 54: ...plashes into your mouth u Rinse mouth thoroughly with water and do not swallow 3WARNING The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation A spark or flame can cause the battery to e...

Page 55: ...lectrical system discharging the battery and possibly damaging the system Fuses Fuses protect the electrical circuits on your vehicle If something electrical on your vehicle stops working check for an...

Page 56: ...label to make sure that the oil satisfies all of the following standards JASO T 903 standard 1 MA SAE standard 2 10W 30 API classification 3 SG or higher 1 The JASO T 903 standard is an index for eng...

Page 57: ...be inspected and lubricated regularly Inspect the chain more frequently if you often ride on bad roads ride at high speed or ride with repeated fast acceleration 2 P 71 If the chain does not move smo...

Page 58: ...r a wire brush volatile solvent such as petrol and benzene abrasive cleaner chain cleaner or lubricant NOT designed specifically for O ring chains as these can damage the rubber O ring seals Avoid get...

Page 59: ...for cuts slits or cracks that exposes fabric or cords or nails or other foreign objects embedded in the side of the tyre or the tread Also inspect for any unusual bumps or bulges in the side walls of...

Page 60: ...size construction speed rating and load range Do not install a tube inside a tubeless tyre on this vehicle Excessive heat build up can cause the tube to burst Use only tubeless tyres on this vehicle...

Page 61: ...der side of the seat 2 P 60 You can perform some roadside repairs minor adjustments and parts replacement with the provided tools 14 17 mm Open end wrench Spark plug wrench Standard Phillips screwdriv...

Page 62: ...ttery 6 Remove the battery taking care not to drop the terminal nuts Installation Install the parts in the reverse order of removal Always connect the positive terminal first Make sure that bolts and...

Page 63: ...the frame 2 Push forward and down on the rear of the seat until it locks in place Make sure that the seat is locked securely in position to pull it up lightly The seat locks automatically when closed...

Page 64: ...e same manner Removal 1 Remove the screw 2 Remove the prongs from the grommets 3 Remove the side cover Installation Install the parts in the reverse order of removal Removing Installing Body Component...

Page 65: ...cle in an upright position on a firm level surface 4 Remove the oil fill cap dipstick and wipe it clean 5 Insert the oil fill cap dipstick until it seats but don t screw it in 6 Check that the oil lev...

Page 66: ...u Do not overfill above the upper level mark u Make sure no foreign objects enter the oil filler opening u Wipe up any spills immediately 2 Securely reinstall the oil fill cap dipstick NOTICE Overfil...

Page 67: ...l and that the fluid level is between the LOWER level and UPPER level marks If the brake fluid level in either reservoir is below the LWR level mark or LOWER level mark or the brake lever freeplay bec...

Page 68: ...ke pad is worn to the bottom of the indicator Inspect the brake pads from in front of the brake caliper If necessary have the pads replaced by your dealer Always replace both left and right brake pads...

Page 69: ...l surface 2 Measure the distance the rear brake pedal moves before the brake takes hold Freeplay at the tip of the brake pedal 20 30 mm 0 8 1 2 in Make sure the brake rod brake arm spring and fastener...

Page 70: ...tained by this method see your dealer 1 Adjust by turning the rear brake adjusting nut a half turn at a time 2 Apply the brake several times and check for free wheel rotation after the brake pedal is...

Page 71: ...sure the brake rod brake arm spring and fastener are in good condition NOTICE Do not turn the adjuster beyond its natural limits Inspecting the Rear Brake Shoe Wear The rear brake is equipped with a b...

Page 72: ...cessary see your dealer Use only Honda Genuine Parts or its equivalent Adjusting the Brakelight Switch Check the operation of the brakelight switch 1 Remove the right side cover 2 P 61 2 Hold the brak...

Page 73: ...k the spring for damage or loss of tension 3 Sit on the vehicle shift the transmission to Neutral and raise the side stand 4 Start the engine pull the clutch lever in and shift the transmission into g...

Page 74: ...ansmission to Neutral Stop the engine 2 Place your vehicle on its centre stand on a firm level surface 3 Check the slack in the lower half of the drive chain midway between the sprockets Drive chain s...

Page 75: ...mm 0 39 0 79 in Check the clutch cable for kinks or signs of wear If necessary have it replaced by your dealer Lubricate the clutch cable with a commercially available cable lubricant to prevent prema...

Page 76: ...he engine pull the clutch lever in and shift into gear Make sure the engine does not stall and the vehicle does not creep Gradually release the clutch lever and open the throttle Your vehicle should m...

Page 77: ...ully closed to fully open in all steering positions and throttle freeplay is correct If the throttle does not move smoothly close automatically or if the cable is damaged have the vehicle inspected by...

Page 78: ...e road surface Use the pin spanner to turn the adjuster Position 1 is for a decrease spring preload soft or turn the position 3 to 5 to increase spring preload hard The standard position is 2 NOTICE A...

Page 79: ...78 PGM FI Programmed Fuel Injection Malfunction Indicator Lamp MIL P 78 Other Warning Indications P 79 Fuel Gauge Failure Indication P 79 Tyre Puncture P 80 Electrical Trouble P 81 Battery Goes Dead P...

Page 80: ...ator lamp is on contact your dealer as soon as possible Starter Motor Does Not Operate Check the following items Check the correct engine starting sequence 2 P 37 Make sure engine stop switch is in th...

Page 81: ...and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a dealer What to do when the indicator lamp blinks Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least 10 minutes with the engine s...

Page 82: ...dications Fuel Gauge Failure Indication If the fuel system has an error the fuel gauge indicators will be displayed as shown in the illustrations If these occur see your dealer as soon as possible Tro...

Page 83: ...air using a tubeless tyre repair kit Follow the instructions provided with the emergency tyre repair kit Riding your vehicle with a temporary tyre repair is very risky Do not exceed 50 km h 30 mph Hav...

Page 84: ...automobile battery can damage your vehicle s electrical system and is not recommended Burned out Light Bulb Follow the procedure below to replace a burned out light bulb Turn the ignition switch to th...

Page 85: ...everse order of removal Front Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb 1 Remove the screw 2 Remove the turn signal lens and lens packing 3 Slightly press the bulb and turn it counterclockwise 4 Install a new bulb...

Page 86: ...cking 2 Pull out the bulb without turning it 3 Install a new bulb and parts in reverse order of removal 4 Install and tighten the screws Torque 1 N m 0 1 kgf m 0 7 lbf ft Electrical Trouble u Burned o...

Page 87: ...box cover and check for a blown fuse Always replace a blown fuse with a spare fuse of the same rating u Spare fuses are provided in the fuse box cover 4 Reinstall parts in the reverse order of removal...

Page 88: ...86 Instruments Controls Other Features P 87 Caring for Your Vehicle P 88 Storing Your Vehicle P 91 Transporting Your Vehicle P 92 You the Environment P 93 Serial Numbers P 94 Fuels Containing Alcohol...

Page 89: ...sed repairers employees representatives and contractors only for the purpose of the technical diagnosis research and development of the vehicle Keys Ignition Key Be sure to record the key number provi...

Page 90: ...meter The display locks at 999 999 when the read out exceeds 999 999 Tripmeter The tripmeters return to 0 0 when each read out exceeds 9 999 9 Also average fuel mileage and available driving distance...

Page 91: ...ra care to avoid scratching them Avoid directing water into the air cleaner muffler and electrical parts 3 Thoroughly rinse your vehicle with plenty of clean water and dry with a soft clean cloth 4 Af...

Page 92: ...ct water under the seat u Water in the under seat compartment can damage your documents and other belongings Do not direct water at the air cleaner u Water in the air cleaner can prevent the engine fr...

Page 93: ...a soft sponge and plenty of water To remove stubborn stains use diluted detergent and rinse thoroughly with plenty of water Avoid getting petrol brake fluid or detergents on the instruments panels or...

Page 94: ...54 Place your vehicle on its centre stand and position a block so that both tyres are off the ground After rain remove the body cover and allow the vehicle to dry Remove the battery 2 P 59 to prevent...

Page 95: ...ycle trailer or a flatbed truck or trailer that has a loading ramp or lifting platform and motorcycle tie down straps Never try to tow your vehicle with a wheel or wheels on the ground NOTICE Towing y...

Page 96: ...tes Put oil and other toxic wastes in approved containers and take them to a recycling centre Call your local or state office of public works or environmental services to find a recycling centre in yo...

Page 97: ...uely identify your vehicle and are required in order to register your vehicle They may also be required when ordering replacement parts You should record these numbers and keep them in a safe place Se...

Page 98: ...0 by volume u Petrol containing ethanol may be marketed under the name Gasohol The use of petrol containing more than 10 ethanol may Damage the painting of the fuel tank Damage the rubber tubes of the...

Page 99: ...catalytic converter contributes to air pollution and can impair your engine s performance A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or equivalent Follow these guidelines to protect your vehicl...

Page 100: ...r Minimum turning radius 2 04 m 6 7 ft 1 Including rider passenger all luggage and accessories 2 Includes the weight of the luggage and added accessories Displacement 124 cm3 7 6 cu in Bore x stroke 5...

Page 101: ...ation SG or higher excluding oils marked as Energy Conserving or Resource Conserving SAE 10W 30 JASO T 903 standard MA 1 EU regulation Engine oil capacity After draining 0 85 L 0 90 US qt 0 75 Imp qt...

Page 102: ...ght 12 V 21 5 W 2 Rear turn signal 12 V 21 W 2 License plate light 12 V 5 W Fuses Main fuse 20 A Other fuse 7 5 A Torque Specifications Front Rear turn signal screw 1 N m 0 1 kgf m 0 7 lbf ft License...

Page 103: ...gnal 82 License Plate Light 83 Rear Turn Signal 82 C Clock 21 29 Clutch Freeplay 72 Crash 4 D Display Setting 27 Drive Chain 54 71 E Electrical Trouble 81 Engine Number 94 Oil 53 62 Starting 37 Stop S...

Page 104: ...4 Helmet Holder 42 High Beam Indicator 32 Horn Button 34 I Ignition Cut off System Banking Sensor 87 Side Stand 70 Ignition Key 86 Ignition Switch 35 37 87 Image Labels 6 Indicators 32 Instruments 20...

Page 105: ...moval Battery 59 Seat 60 Side Cover 61 Repair Kit 80 Riding Precautions 11 S Safety Guidelines 3 Safety Precautions 10 SEL Button 20 Serial Numbers 94 Service Diagnostic Recorders 86 SERVICE DUE Indic...

Page 106: ...g 91 Switches 34 T Throttle 74 Tool 41 58 Transporting 92 Tripmeter 23 87 Troubleshooting 76 Turn Signal Indicator 32 Tyres Air Pressure 56 Puncture 80 Replacing 56 80 W Washing 88 Weight Limit 15 Ind...

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