Honda Grom, User Manual

Page 1: ...ble 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 publication may be reproduced without written permission The vehicle pictured in this owner s manual may not match your actual vehicle 2013 Honda Motor Co Ltd 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 1 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 2: ...anual carefully Follow all recommendations and procedures contained in this manual Pay close attention to safety messages contained in this manual and on the motorcycle The following codes in this manual indicate each country The illustrations here in are based on the ED type Country Codes The specifications may vary with each locale Code Country E UK F France ED European direct sales South Africa...

Page 3: ...own good judgement You will find important safety information in a variety of forms including Safety labels on the motorcycle Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These signal words mean 3DANGER You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions 3WARNING You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow i...

Page 4: ... Motorcycle Safety P 2 Operation Guide P 16 Maintenance P 32 Troubleshooting P 69 Information P 84 Specifications P 95 Index P 98 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 4 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 5: ... riding of your motorcycle Please read this section carefully Safety Guidelines P 3 Image Labels P 6 Safety Precautions P 10 Riding Precautions P 11 Accessories Modifications P 14 Loading P 15 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 2 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 6: ...focused and free of alcohol and drugs Check that you and your passenger are both wearing an approved motorcycle helmet and protective apparel Instruct your passenger on holding onto the seat strap or your waist leaning with you in turns and keeping their feet on the footpegs even when the motorcycle is stopped Even if you have ridden other motorcycles practice riding in a safe area to become famil...

Page 7: ... and in safe riding condition Inspect your motorcycle before every ride and perform all recommended maintenance Never exceed load limits 2 P 15 and do not modify your motorcycle or install accessories that would make your motorcycle unsafe 2 P 14 Personal safety is your first priority If you or anyone else has been injured take time to assess the severity of the injuries and whether it is safe to ...

Page 8: ...noxide 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 you breathe could contain a dangerous amount of carbon monoxide Never run your motorcycle inside a garage or other enclosure Carbon Monoxide Hazard 3WARNING Carbon monoxide gas is toxic Breathing it can cause unconsc...

Page 9: ...ings of each symbol and label are as follows Except KO type Read instructions contained in Owner s Manual carefully Read instructions contained in Shop Manual carefully In the interest of safety take the motorcycle to be serviced only by your dealer DANGER with RED background You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions WARNING with ORANGE background You CAN be KILLED or S...

Page 10: ...understand 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 loss of your eyesight Read this manual carefully and understand it before handling the battery Neglect of the instructions can cause personal injury and damage to the motorcycle Do not use a battery...

Page 11: ...n 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 154 kg 340 lb which is the maximum weight capacity The luggage weight must not exceed 3 kg 7 lb under any circumstances The fitting of large fork mounted or large handlebar mounted fairing is not recommended 13 MSX125 32K26B000...

Page 12: ...i Rear 200 kPa 2 00 kgf cm2 29 psi Tyre size Front 120 70 12 51L Rear 130 70 12 56L Tyre brand VEE RUBBER Front V119C Rear V119C SAFETY REMINDER LABEL For your protection always wear helmet protective apparel FUEL LABEL Unleaded petrol only DRIVE CHAIN LABEL Keep chain adjusted and lubricated 30 to 40 mm 1 2 to 1 6 in Freeplay 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 9 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcyc...

Page 13: ...ified high visibility correct size for your head Must fit comfortably but securely with the chin strap fastened Face shield with unobstructed field of vision or other approved eye protection Gloves Full finger leather gloves with high abrasion resistance Boots or Riding Shoes Sturdy boots with non slip soles and ankle protection Jacket and Trousers Protective highly visible long sleeved jacket and...

Page 14: ...Avoid excessively hard braking and sudden shifting to a lower gear u Sudden braking can reduce the motorcycle s stability u Where possible reduce speed before turning otherwise you risk wheel slippage Exercise caution on low traction surfaces u The wheels lock more easily on such surfaces and braking distances are longer Avoid continuous braking u Repeated braking can overheat the brakes reducing ...

Page 15: ...while riding at low speed to help them dry Park on a firm level paved surface If you must park on a slight incline or loose surface park so that the motorcycle cannot move or fall over Make sure that high temperature parts cannot come into contact with flammable materials Do not touch the engine muffler brakes and other high temperature parts until they cool down To reduce the likelihood of theft ...

Page 16: ... remove the key 2 P 27 Follow these guidelines to protect the engine and catalytic converter Use only unleaded petrol Use recommended octane number Using lower octane petrol will result in decreased engine performance Do not use fuels containing a high concentration of alcohol 2 P 87 Do not use stale or contaminated petrol or an oil petrol mixture Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank Refue...

Page 17: ...public roads and highways Before deciding to install accessories on your motorcycle be certain the modification is safe and legal Do not pull a trailer with or attach a sidecar to your motorcycle Your motorcycle was not designed for these attachments and their use can seriously impair your motorcycle s handling 3WARNING Improper accessories or modifications can cause a crash in which you can be se...

Page 18: ...imits 2 Maximum weight capacity Maximum luggage weight P 95 Tie all luggage securely evenly balanced and close to the centre of the motorcycle Do not place objects near the lights or the muffler 3WARNING Overloading or improper loading can cause a crash and you can be seriously hurt or killed Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 15 ページ ２０１３年１月...

Page 19: ...bey the speed limit How to use basic features Instruments P20 Switches P26 Steering Lock P27 Starting the Engine P28 Start and warm the engine Avoid revving the engine Starting the Motorcycle Before pulling away indicate your direction with the turn signal switch and check for oncoming traffic 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 16 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 20: ... on a firm level surface Use the stand and lock the steering 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 corners Gradually reapply throttle when exiting turn Refuelling P30 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 17 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 21: ...66 Front brake fluid reservoir P54 Throttle grip P64 Engine oil fill cap dipstick P51 Engine oil drain bolt P53 Battery P50 Fuse box P83 Rear brake fluid reservoir P54 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 18 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 22: ...ide Shift lever P29 Side stand P56 Fuel fill cap P30 Clutch lever P61 Seat P49 Drive chain P57 Helmet holder P31 Crankcase breather P65 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 19 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 23: ...NOTICE Do not operate the engine in the tachometer red zone Excessive engine speed can adversely affect engine life Tachometer red zone excessive engine rpm range SEL button 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 20 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 24: ...sappear If any part of these displays does not come on when it should have your dealer check for problems Speedometer Fuel gauge Remaining fuel when only 1st E segment starts flashing approximately 1 45 litres 0 383 US gal 0 319 Imp gal If the fuel gauge indicators repeat flashing or turned off P72 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 21 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 25: ...P A B SEL button switches between odometer tripmeters Odometer Total distance ridden Tripmeter Distance ridden since tripmeter was reset press and hold the SET button to reset to 0 0 km mile SET button SEL button 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 22 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 26: ... display will stop flashing automatically and the adjustment will be cancelled 1 To set the clock a Turn the ignition switch on b Press and hold the SEL and SET buttons until the hour digits start flashing c Press the SEL button until the desired hour is displayed u Press and hold to advance the hour fast d Press the SET button The minute digits start flashing 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 23 ページ ２０１３年...

Page 27: ...ing of the speed and mileage unit The speed and mileage unit will start flashing The adjustment can also be set by turning the ignition switch off 2 E type only Changing the speed and mileage unit a Press the SEL button to select either km h and km or mph and mile b Press the SET button The speed and mileage unit is set and then the display returns to the ordinary display The adjustment can also b...

Page 28: ... switch is turned on with the engine stop switch in the Run position If it comes on while engine is running P71 Left turn signal indicator Right turn signal indicator Neutral indicator Comes on when the transmission is in Neutral High beam indicator 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 25 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 29: ...ly remain in the Run position u In an emergency switch to the Off position to stop the engine Headlight dimmer switch High beam Low beam Horn button Turn signal switch Start button 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 26 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 30: ...Jiggle the handlebar if the lock is difficult to engage c Remove the key Unlocking Insert the key and turn the ignition switch to the OFF position Ignition Switch Switches the electrical system on off locks the steering u Key can be removed when in the OFF or LOCK position ON Turns electrical system on for starting riding OFF Turns engine off LOCK Locks steering a b Push Turn Ignition key 13 MSX12...

Page 31: ...n in gear so long as the side stand is raised NOTICE If the motorcycle 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 performance at the new altitude Consult your dealer before transporting your motorcycle a b c d NOTICE If the engine does not start within 5 seconds turn the ignition off and wait 10 seconds before ...

Page 32: ...he 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 seconds before trying steps a b again If Engine Will Not Start P70 About 3 mm without freeplay Shifting Gears Your motorcycle transmission has four forward gears in a one down three up shift pattern If you put the motorcycle in gear with the side stand down th...

Page 33: ...elling align the fuel fill 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 key and close the lock cover u The key cannot be removed if the cap is not locked Fuel fill cap Ignition key Filler neck plate Fuel level max Lock cover Fuel filler opening 3WARNING Petrol is highly flammable and explosive You can be burned ...

Page 34: ...ng the Seat P49 Helmet holder 3WARNING 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 parked Do not ride with a helmet secured by the holder Document bag Tool kit 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 31 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 35: ...enance Schedule P 34 Maintenance Fundamentals P 37 Tool Kit P 48 Removing Installing Body Components P 48 Seat P 49 Battery P 50 Engine Oil P 51 Brakes P 54 Side Stand P 56 Drive Chain P 57 Clutch P 61 Throttle P 64 Crankcase Breather P 65 Spark Plug P 66 Other Adjustments P 68 Headlight Aim P 68 Brake Light Switch P 68 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 32 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in ...

Page 36: ...an decide whether or not you should perform a given task Follow these guidelines when performing maintenance Stop the engine and remove the key Park your motorcycle on a firm level surface using the side stand or a maintenance stand to provide support Allow the engine muffler brakes and other high temperature parts to cool before servicing as you can get burned Run the engine only when instructed ...

Page 37: ...record of maintenance to help ensure that your motorcycle is properly maintained Make sure that whomever performs the maintenance completes this record All scheduled maintenance is considered a normal owner operating cost and will be charged for by your dealer Retain all receipts If you sell the motorcycle these receipts should be transferred with the motorcycle to the new owner Honda recommends t...

Page 38: ...eplace if necessary Lubricate Replace Clean Items Pre ride Check 2 P 37 Frequency 1 Annual Check Regular Replace Referto page 1 000 km 1 4 8 12 16 20 24 1 000 mi 0 6 2 5 5 7 5 10 12 5 15 Fuel Line Fuel Level 30 Throttle Operation 64 Air Cleaner 2 47 Crankcase Breather 3 65 Spark Plug 66 Valve Clearance Engine Oil 51 Engine Oil Strainer Screen Engine Oil Centrifugal Filter Engine Idle Speed I I I I...

Page 39: ...age 1 000 km 1 4 8 12 16 20 24 1 000 mi 0 6 2 5 5 7 5 10 12 5 15 Drive Chain Every 500 km 300 mi 57 Brake Fluid 4 2 Years 54 Brake Pads Wear 55 Brake System 54 Brake Light Switch 68 Headlight Aim 68 Lights Horn Engine Stop Switch Clutch System 61 Side Stand 56 Suspension Nuts Bolts Fasteners Wheels Tyres 44 Steering Head Bearings I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I ...

Page 40: ...positions 2 P 64 Engine oil level Add engine oil if necessary Check for leaks 2 P 51 Drive chain Check condition and slack adjust and lubricate if necessary 2 P 57 Brakes Check operation Front and Rear check brake fluid level and pads wear 2 P 54 55 Lights and horn Check that lights indicators and horn function properly Engine stop switch Check for proper function Clutch Check operation Adjust fre...

Page 41: ...lour label The colour label is attached to the frame under the seat 2 P 49 Replacing Parts Colour label 3WARNING Installing non Honda parts may make your motorcycle unsafe and cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Always use Honda Genuine Parts or equivalents that have been designed and approved for your motorcycle 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 38 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http ww...

Page 42: ...rting to corrode and are coated with a white substance wash with warm water and wipe clean Battery NOTICE Your battery is a maintenance free type and can be permanently damaged if the cap strip is removed NOTICE An improperly disposed of battery can be harmful to the environment and human health Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal 3WARNING The battery gives off explosive hydrogen...

Page 43: ...thing electrical on your motorcycle stops working check for and replace any blown fuses 2 P 83 Inspecting and Replacing Fuses Turn off the ignition switch to remove and inspect fuses If a fuse is blown replace with a fuse of the same rating For fuse ratings see Specifications 2 P 97 NOTICE Installing non Honda electrical accessories can overload the electrical system discharging the battery and po...

Page 44: ... 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 engine oils for 4 stroke motorcycle engines There are two classes MA and MB For example the following label shows the MA classification 2 The SAE standard grades oils by their viscosity 3 The API classification s...

Page 45: ... smoothly makes strange noises has damaged rollers or loose pins or kinks have the chain inspected by your dealer Also inspect the engine sprocket and rear wheel sprocket If either has worn or damaged teeth have the sprocket replaced by your dealer Brake Fluid NOTICE Brake fluid can damage plastic and painted surfaces Wipe up spills immediately and wash thoroughly Recommended brake fluid Honda DOT...

Page 46: ...g wipe dry and lubricate with the recommended lubricant Never use petrol or low flash point solvents for cleaning the drive chain A fire or explosion could result Avoid getting lubricant on the brakes or tyres Avoid applying excess chain lubricant to prevent spray onto your clothes and the motorcycle Recommended lubricant Pro Honda HP Chain Lube or SAE 80 90 gear oil 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 43 ペー...

Page 47: ... month or any time you think the tyres look low Always check air pressure when your tyres are cold Inspecting for Damage Inspect the tyres 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 the bumps or bulges in the side walls of the tyres Inspecting for Abnormal Wear Inspect the tyres for signs of...

Page 48: ...place the tyres when the minimum tread depth is reached Wear indicator location mark 3WARNING Riding on tyres that are excessively worn or improperly inflated can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Follow all instructions in this owner s manual regarding tyre inflation and maintenance 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 45 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 49: ...ube inside a tubeless tyre on this motorcycle Excessive heat build up can cause the tube to burst Use only tubeless tyres on this motorcycle The rims are designed for tubeless tyres and during hard acceleration or braking a tube type tyre could slip on the rim and cause the tyre to rapidly deflate 3WARNING Installing improper tyres on your motorcycle can adversely affect handling and stability and...

Page 50: ...air cleaner element Air blow cleaning or any other cleaning can degrade the viscous element performance and cause the intake of dust Do not perform the maintenance Should be serviced by your dealer Air Cleaner 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 47 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 51: ...rts replacement with the tools contained in the kit Except KO type Standard Phillips screwdriver Screwdriver handle Spark plug wrench 10 x 14 mm Open end wrench 5 mm Hex wrench KO type Standard Phillips screwdriver Screwdriver handle Spark plug wrench 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 48 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 52: ...ongs into the stays on 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 Take care not to lock your key under the seat Prongs Seat lock Ignition key Stays Seat 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 49 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 53: ...ot 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 nuts are tight Readjust the clock after the battery is reconnected since the clock goes wrong once the battery is disconnected For proper handling of the battery see Maintenance Fundamentals 2 P 39 Battery Goes Dead 2 P 79 Negative terminal...

Page 54: ... position on a firm level surface 4 Remove the oil fill cap dipstick wipe it clean 5 Insert the oil fill cap dipstick until it seats but don t screw it in Check that the oil level is between the upper and lower level marks in the oil fill cap dipstick 6 Securely install the oil fill cap dipstick Oil fill cap dipstick Upper level Lower level 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 51 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 ht...

Page 55: ...mmediately 2 Securely reinstall the oil fill cap dipstick For the recommended oil and oil selection guidelines see Maintenance Fundamentals 2 P 41 Changing Engine Oil Changing the oil requires special tools We recommend that you have your motorcycle serviced by your dealer 1 If the engine is cold idle the engine for 3 to 5 minutes 2 Turn the ignition switch off stop the engine and wait for 2 to 3 ...

Page 56: ...ew sealing washer onto the drain bolt 6 Install the drain bolt and tighten 7 Fill the crankcase with the recommended oil 2 P 41 and install the oil fill cap dipstick 8 Check the oil level 2 P 51 9 Check that there are no oil leaks Drain bolt Sealing washer Torque 24 N m 2 4 kgf m 18 lbf ft Required oil When changing oil 0 9 litres 1 0 US qt 0 8 Imp qt 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 53 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日...

Page 57: ...ke fluid level in either reservoir is below the LWR or LOWER level mark or the brake lever and pedal freeplay becomes excessive inspect the brake pads for wear If the brake pads are not worn you most likely have a leak Have your motorcycle inspected by your dealer Front Rear Front brake fluid reservoir LWR mark Front Rear Rear brake fluid reservoir LOWER level mark UPPER level mark 13 MSX125 32K26...

Page 58: ...ator 1 Inspect the brake pads from below the brake caliper 2 Inspect the brake pads from the rear right of the motorcycle If necessary have the pads replaced by your dealer Always replace both left and right brake pads at the same time Front Rear Front Rear Disc Brake pads Wear indicators Wear indicators Disc Brake pads 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 55 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in ...

Page 59: ...sion 3 Sit on the motorcycle put the transmission in Neutral and raise the side stand 4 Start the engine pull the clutch lever in and shift the transmission into gear 5 Lower the side stand all the way The engine should stop as you lower the side stand If the engine doesn t stop have your motorcycle inspected by your dealer Side stand spring 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 56 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 h...

Page 60: ...1 Place your motorcycle on the side stand on a level surface 2 Stop the engine Place the transmission in Neutral 3 Check the slack in the lower half of the drive chain midway between the sprockets uDo not ride your motorcycle if the slack exceeds 50 mm 2 0 in 4 Roll the motorcycle forward and check that the chain moves smoothly Drive chain slack 30 to 40 mm 1 2 to 1 6 in 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 5...

Page 61: ... drive chain slack adjusted by your dealer 1 Place your motorcycle on the side stand on a level surface 2 Stop the engine Place the gear in Neutral 3 Loosen the rear axle nut 4 Loosen the lock nuts on both sides of the swingarm Rear axle nut Rear edge of adjusting slot Chain adjuster index mark Lock nut Adjusting nut Adjusting nut Lock nut 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 58 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 htt...

Page 62: ... chain adjuster index marks align with the rear edge of the adjusting slots Both marks should correspond If the axle is misaligned turn the right or left adjusting nuts until the marks are aligned and recheck chain slack 7 Tighten the rear axle nut 8 Tighten the drive chain adjusting nuts lightly then hold the adjusting nuts and tighten the lock nuts 9 Recheck drive chain slack If a torque wrench ...

Page 63: ...he drive chain slack is excessive when the rear axle is moved to the furthest limit of adjustment the drive chain is worn and must be replaced If necessary have the drive chain replaced by your dealer Chain DID 420D 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 60 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 64: ...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 premature wear and corrosion Freeplay at the clutch lever 10 to 20 mm 0 4 to 0 8 in Freeplay Clutch lever 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 61 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 65: ...le adjuster until the freeplay is 10 to 20 mm 0 4 to 0 8 in 4 Tighten the upper lock nut and check the freeplay again 5 Install the rubber dust cover Lower Adjustment If the upper clutch cable adjuster is threaded out near its limit or the correct freeplay cannot be obtained attempt adjustment with the lower adjusting nut Upper lock nut Upper clutch cable adjuster Rubber dust cover 13 MSX125 32K26...

Page 66: ...ighten the lower lock nut and check the clutch lever freeplay 5 Start the engine pull the clutch lever in and shift into gear Make sure the engine does not stall and the motorcycle does not creep Gradually release the clutch lever and open the throttle Your motorcycle should move smoothly and accelerate gradually If proper adjustment cannot be obtained or the clutch does not work correctly see you...

Page 67: ...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 motorcycle inspected by your dealer Freeplay at the throttle grip flange 2 to 6 mm 0 1 to 0 2 in Freeplay Flange 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 64 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 68: ...the Crankcase Breather 1 Remove the crankcase breather tube 2 Drain deposits into a suitable container 3 Install the crankcase breather tube Crankcase breather tube 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 65 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 69: ...Remove the spark plug using the spark plug wrench provided in the tool kit 4 Inspect the electrodes and centre porcelain for deposits erosion or carbon fouling uIf the erosion or deposit is heavy replace the plug uClean a carbon or wet fouled plug with a plug cleaner otherwise use a wire brush NOTICE Using spark plugs an improper heat range can cause engine damage Spark plug cap 13 MSX125 32K26B00...

Page 70: ...w plug tighten it twice to prevent loosening 9 Reinstall the spark plug cap Take care avoid pinching any cables or wires The gap should be 0 80 to 0 90 mm 0 031 to 0 035 in Side electrode Spark plug gap a First tighten the plug NGK 1 2 turn after it seats DENSO 3 4 turn after it seats b Then loosen the plug c Next tighten the plug again 1 8 turn after it seats NOTICE Improperly tightened spark plu...

Page 71: ...djustment Obey local laws and regulations Adjusting the Brake Light Switch Check the operation of the brake light switch Turn the adjusting nut in the direction A if the switch operates too late or turn the nut in the direction B if the switch operates too soon Lower Bolt Raise Brake light switch Adjusting nut A B 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 68 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 72: ...el Injection Malfunction Indicator Lamp MIL P 71 Other Warning Indication P 72 Fuel Gauge Failure Indication P 72 Tyre Puncture P 73 Electrical Trouble P 79 Battery Goes Dead P 79 Burned out Light Bulb P 79 Blown Fuse P 83 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 69 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 73: ...the indicator light is on contact your dealer as soon as possible Starter Motor Does Not Operate Check the following items Make sure engine stop switch is Run position 2 P 26 Check for a blown fuse 2 P 83 Check for a loose battery connection or battery terminal corrosion 2 P 50 Check the condition of the battery 2 P 79 If the problem continues have your motorcycle inspected by your dealer 13 MSX12...

Page 74: ...Malfunction Indicator Lamp MIL If the indicator comes on while riding you may have a serious problem with the PGM FI system Reduce speed and have your motorcycle inspected by your dealer as soon as possible 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 71 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 75: ... Failure Indication If the fuel system has an error the fuel gauge indicators will be displayed as shown in the illustration If this occurs see your dealer as soon as possible 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 72 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 76: ... with the emergency tyre repair kit Riding your motorcycle with a temporary tyre repair is very risky Do not exceed 50 km h 30 mph Have the tyre replaced by your dealer as soon as possible Removing Wheels Follow these procedures if you need to remove a wheel in order to repair a puncture 3WARNING Riding your motorcycle with a temporary tyre repair can be risky If the temporary repair fails you can...

Page 77: ... raise the front wheel off the ground using a maintenance stand or a hoist 4 Remove the front axle shaft front wheel and side collars uAvoid getting grease oil or dirt on the disc or pad surfaces uDo not pull the brake lever while the front wheel is removed Front axle nut Front axle shaft 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 74 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 78: ...ke lever several times then check if the wheel rotates freely Recheck the wheel if the brake drags or if the wheel does not rotate freely If a torque wrench was not used for installation see your dealer as soon as possible to verify proper assembly Improper assembly may lead to loss of braking capacity NOTICE When installing the wheel carefully fit the brake disc between the pads to avoid scratchi...

Page 79: ...nut lock nuts and turn the adjusting nuts so the rear wheel can be moved all the way forward for maximum drive chain slack 3 Remove the rear axle nut 4 Remove the drive chain from the rear wheel sprocket by pushing the rear wheel forward Adjusting nut Lock nut Rear axle nut Adjusting nut Lock nut Rear axle shaft Drive chain 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 76 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle...

Page 80: ...e brake caliper is removed Installation 1 To install the rear wheel reverse the removal procedure uTake care to prevent the brake caliper from scratching the wheel during installation 2 Make sure that the lug on the brake caliper bracket is positioned in the slot on the swingarm NOTICE When installing the brake caliper into position carefully fit the brake disc between the pads to avoid scratching...

Page 81: ...n check if the wheel rotates freely Recheck the wheel if the brake drags or if the wheel does not rotate freely If a torque wrench was not used for installation see your dealer as soon as possible to verify proper assembly Improper assembly may lead to loss of braking capacity Torque 59 N m 6 0 kgf m 44 lbf ft 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 78 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 82: ...r dealer Burned out Light Bulb Follow the procedure below to replace a burned out light bulb Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK position Allow the bulb to cool before replacing it Do not use bulbs other than those specified Check the replacement bulb for correct operation before riding For the light bulb wattage see Specifications 2 P 97 NOTICE Jump starting using an automobile battery is...

Page 83: ...he pin down and pull out the bulb without turning it 5 Install a new bulb and parts in the reverse order of removal Do not touch the glass surface with your fingers If you touch the bulb with your bare hands clean it with a cloth moistened with alcohol Bolts Headlight assembly Bolts Bulb Dust cover Connector Pin 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 80 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 84: ...s not turned on see your dealer for this service Front Rear Turn Signal Bulb 1 Remove the screw 2 Remove the turn signal lens 3 Slightly press the bulb and turn it counterclockwise 4 Install a new bulb in the reverse order of removal Brake Tail light Screw Bulb Turn signal lens 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 81 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 85: ...te Light 1 Remove the screws 2 Remove the license plate light cover 3 Pull out the bulb without turning 4 Install a new bulb in the reverse order of removal Screws Bulb License plate light cover 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 82 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 86: ...Box Fuses 1 Remove the seat 2 P 49 2 Open the fuse box cover 3 Pull the fuses out one by one check for a blown fuse Always replace a blown fuse with a spare of the same rating 4 Close the fuse box cover 5 Reinstall the seat Fuse box covers Spare fuses 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 83 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 87: ... Containing Alcohol P 87 Catalytic Converter P 88 Caring for Your Motorcycle P 89 Storing Your Motorcycle P 91 Transporting Your Motorcycle P 92 You the Environment P 93 Serial Numbers P 94 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 84 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 88: ...y Store the plate in a safe place To reproduce keys bring all keys key number plate and motorcycle to your dealer A metal key holder may cause damage to the area surrounding the ignition switch Ignition key 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 85 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 89: ...tery The display locks at 999 999 when the read out exceeds 999 999 The tripmeter returns to 0 0 when the read out exceeds 9999 9 The owner s manual registration and insurance information can be stored in the plastic document bag located underside of the seat A banking lean angle sensor automatically stops the engine and fuel pump if the motorcycle falls over To reset the sensor you must turn the ...

Page 90: ...thyl alcohol 5 by volume max that contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors to protect the fuel system Never use a blend containing more than 5 The use of petrol containing more than 10 ethanol or more than 5 methanol may Damage the painting of the fuel tank Damage the rubber tubes of the fuel line Cause corrosion of the fuel tank Cause poor drivability If you notice any undesirable operating sy...

Page 91: ...tic 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 motorcycle s catalytic converter Always use unleaded petrol Leaded petrol will damage the catalytic converter Keep the engine in good running condition Have your motorcycle serviced if your engine is misfiring ba...

Page 92: ...tra care to avoid scratching them Avoid directing water into the air cleaner muffler and electrical parts 3 Thoroughly rinse your motorcycle with plenty of clean water and dry with a soft clean cloth 4 After the motorcycle dries lubricate any moving parts u Make sure that no lubricant spills onto the brakes or tyres Brake discs or pads contaminated with oil suffer greatly reduced braking effective...

Page 93: ...n damage your documents and other belongings Do not direct water at the air cleaner u Water in the air cleaner can prevent the engine from starting Do not direct water near the headlight u Any condensation inside the headlight should dissipate after a few minutes of running the engine Aluminium will corrode from contact with dirt mud or road salt Clean aluminium parts regularly and follow these gu...

Page 94: ...cycle outdoors you should consider using a full body motorcycle cover If you won t be riding for an extended period follow these guidelines Wash your motorcycle and wax all painted surfaces except matte painted surfaces Coat chrome pieces with rust inhibiting oil Lubricate the drive chain 2 P 43 Place your motorcycle on a maintenance stand and position a block so that both tyres are off the ground...

Page 95: ...le needs to be transported it should be carried on a motorcycle 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 motorcycle with a wheel or wheels on the ground NOTICE Towing your motorcycle can cause serious damage to the transmission 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 92 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in ...

Page 96: ...d 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 your area and to get instructions on how to dispose of non recyclable wastes Do not place used engine oil in the trash or pour it down a drain or on the ground Used oil petrol coolant and cleaning solvents contain poisons that can hurt refuse work...

Page 97: ...rcycle They may also be required when ordering replacement parts The frame number is stamped on the right side of the steering head The engine number is stamped on the left side of the crankcase You should record these numbers and keep them in a safe place Frame number Engine number 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 94 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 98: ...b KO type 100 kg 220 lb Maximum weight capacity 1 Except KO type 154 kg 340 lb KO type 134 kg 295 lb Maximum luggage weight 2 3 kg 7 lb Passenger capacity Rider and 1 passenger Minimum turning radius 1 9 m 6 2 ft Displacement 125 cm3 7 62 cu in Bore stroke 52 4 57 9 mm 2 06 2 28 in Compression ratio 9 3 1 Fuel Unleaded petrol Recommended 91 RON or higher Tank capacity 5 5 litres 1 45 US gal 1 21 I...

Page 99: ...CPR6EA 9 NGK or U20EPR9 DENSO For extended high speed riding CPR7EA 9 NGK or U22EPR9 DENSO Spark plug gap 0 80 to 0 90 mm 0 031 to 0 035 in Idle speed 1 400 100 rpm Recommended engine oil Honda 4 stroke motorcycle oil API Service Classification SG or higher excluding oils marked as Energy Conserving or Resource Conserving SAE 10W 30 JASO T 903 standard MA Engine oil capacity After draining 0 9 lit...

Page 100: ... sprocket sizes Engine sprocket 15T Rear wheel sprocket 34T Headlight 12V 35 35W Brake Tail light LED Front turn signal lights 12V 21 5W x 2 Rear turn signal lights 12V 21W x 2 License plate light 12V 5W Main fuse 15A Other fuses 10A Engine oil drain bolt 24 N m 2 4 kgf m 18 lbf ft Rear axle nut 59 N m 6 0 kgf m 44 lbf ft Front axle nut 54 N m 5 5 kgf m 40 lbf ft 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 97 ページ ２０...

Page 101: ...License Plate Light 82 Rear Turn Signal 81 C Caring for Your Motorcycle 89 Clock 22 Clutch System 61 Crankcase Breather 65 D Digital Clock Adjustment 23 Drive Chain 57 E Electrical Trouble 79 Engine Number 94 Oil 41 51 Starting 28 Stop Switch 26 28 86 Stopping 86 Environment 93 Equipment Owner s Manual 31 86 Tool Kit 48 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 98 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in ...

Page 102: ... 31 High Beam Indicator 25 Horn Button 26 I Ignition Cut off System Banking Sensor 86 Side Stand 56 Ignition key 85 Ignition Switch 27 28 Image Labels 6 Indicators 25 Instruments 20 L Labels 6 Load Limits 15 Loading Guidelines 15 M Maintenance Fundamentals 37 Importance 33 Safety 33 Schedule 34 Maximum Weight Limit 15 Modifications 14 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 99 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www...

Page 103: ...n 18 Petrol 87 PGM FI Programmed Fuel Injection malfunction indicator lamp MIL 25 71 Protective Apparel 10 R Recommended Fuel 30 Oil 41 Refuelling 30 Removal Battery 50 Seat 49 Repair Kit 73 Riding Precautions 11 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 100 ページ ２０１３年１月２９日 火曜日 午後４時５４分 http www motorcycle in th ...

Page 104: ...l 86 Storing Your Motorcycle 91 Switches 26 T Tachometer 20 Throttle 64 Tool Kit 48 Transporting Your Motorcycle 92 Tripmeter 22 86 Troubleshooting 69 Turn Signal Indicator 25 Turn Signal Switch 26 Tyres Air Pressure 44 Puncture 73 Replacing 44 73 W Warning Indicators On 71 Washing Your Motorcycle 89 Weight Limit 15 Wheels Front removal 74 Rear removal 76 13 MSX125 32K26B000 book 101 ページ ２０１３年１月２９...

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