TABLE OF CONTENTS
.............................................1-1
..................2-1
..................................3-1
Left view ..........................................3-1
Right view ........................................3-2
Controls and instruments.................3-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS
.......................................4-1
Main switch/steering lock ................4-1
Indicator and warning lights ............4-2
Multi-function meter unit .................4-5
Handlebar switches ........................4-9
Clutch lever ...................................4-10
Shift pedal .....................................4-11
Brake lever ...................................4-11
Brake pedal ..................................4-11
Fuel tank cap ................................4-12
Fuel ...............................................4-12
Catalytic converters ......................4-14
Seats ............................................4-14
Storage compartment ...................4-16
Adjusting the front fork ..................4-16
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................4-18
Luggage strap holders ..................4-20
EXUP system ...............................4-20
Sidestand ......................................4-21
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........ 4-21
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
............. 5-1
Pre-operation check list .................. 5-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS
................................. 6-1
Starting the engine ......................... 6-1
Shifting ........................................... 6-2
Engine break-in .............................. 6-4
Parking ........................................... 6-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT
................................... 7-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 7-2
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ............. 7-3
lubrication chart .......................... 7-4
Removing and installing panels ..... 7-8
Checking the spark plugs ............... 7-9
Canister (for California only) ........ 7-10
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 7-10
Coolant ......................................... 7-13
Replacing the air filter element ..... 7-15
Checking the engine idling
speed ........................................ 7-17
Checking the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 7-17
Valve clearance ............................ 7-17
Tires ............................................. 7-18
Cast wheels ................................. 7-20
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 7-20
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ....................................... 7-21
brake pads ................................ 7-21
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 7-22
Changing the brake fluid .............. 7-23
Drive chain slack .......................... 7-23
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................ 7-24
cables ....................................... 7-25
throttle grip and cable ............... 7-25
brake and shift pedals .............. 7-26
brake and clutch levers ............ 7-26
centerstand and sidestand ....... 7-27
Checking the front fork ................. 7-28
Checking the steering .................. 7-28
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 7-29
Battery ......................................... 7-29
Replacing the fuses ..................... 7-30
Replacing a headlight bulb .......... 7-32
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb ........................................... 7-33
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