TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION
..................1-1
Location of important labels ............1-5
DESCRIPTION
..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS
.......................................3-1
Immobilizer system .........................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-2
Indicator and warning lights ............3-3
Multi-function meter unit .................3-5
Handlebar switches ........................3-9
Clutch lever ...................................3-11
Shift pedal .....................................3-11
Brake lever ...................................3-11
Brake pedal ..................................3-12
Fuel tank cap ................................3-12
Fuel ...............................................3-13
Catalytic converter ........................3-14
Rider seat .....................................3-14
Helmet holder ...............................3-15
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................3-16
EXUP system ...............................3-17
Sidestand ......................................3-18
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-18
Auxiliary DC connector .................3-20
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
............. 4-1
Pre-operation check list .................. 4-2
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS
................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-3
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
MINOR REPAIR
................................. 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-2
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-5
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..... 6-6
Transfer case oil ............................. 6-9
Air filter element ............................. 6-9
Checking the throttle cable
free play .................................... 6-10
Valve clearance ............................ 6-10
Tires ............................................. 6-10
Cast wheels .................................. 6-13
Clutch lever .................................. 6-13
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ........................................ 6-13
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................ 6-14
Checking the brake and clutch
fluid levels ................................. 6-14
Changing the brake and clutch
fluids ......................................... 6-16
Drive belt slack ............................ 6-16
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-17
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-17
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-17
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-18
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-19
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 6-19
Checking the front fork ................. 6-19
Checking the steering .................. 6-20
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-21
Battery ......................................... 6-21
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-22
Replacing a headlight bulb .......... 6-24
Tail/brake light ............................. 6-27
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 6-27
License plate light ........................ 6-27
Replacing an auxiliary light
bulb ........................................... 6-28
Supporting the motorcycle ........... 6-28
Troubleshooting ........................... 6-29
Troubleshooting chart .................. 6-30
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