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CATALYTIC CONVERTER
The purpose of the catalytic con-
verter is to minimize the amount
of harmful pollutants in your
motorcycle’s exhaust. Use of
leaded fuel in motorcycles
equipped with catalytic converters
is prohibited because lead deacti-
vates the pollutant-reducing com-
ponents of the catalyst system.
The converter is designed to last
the life of the motorcycle under
normal usage and when unleaded
fuel is used. Not special mainte-
nance is required on the con-
verter. However, it is very
important to keep the engine
properly tuned. Engine misfiring,
which can result from an improp-
erly tuned engine, may cause
overheating of the catalyst. This
may result in permanent heat
damage to the catalyst and other
motorcycle components.
WARNING
If you park or operate the
motorcycle in areas where
there are combustible materi-
als such as dry grass or leaves,
these materials may come in
contact with the catalytic con-
verter or other hot exhaust
components. This can cause a
fire.
Avoid parking or operating
your vehicle in areas with any
combustible materials.
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