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 ............3-4
Multi-function meter unit .................3-6
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 ...................................3-15
Sidestand ......................................3-16
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-17
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
Removing and installing
the panel ..................................... 6-6
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-6
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..... 6-8
Coolant ......................................... 6-11
Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-12
Checking the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 6-13
Valve clearance ............................ 6-13
Tires ............................................. 6-14
Cast wheels .................................. 6-16
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 6-16
Adjusting the brake lever free
play ........................................... 6-17
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ........................................ 6-18
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-18
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-19
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-20
Drive belt slack ............................ 6-20
Checking and lubricating
the cables ................................. 6-21
Checking and lubricating
the throttle grip and cable ......... 6-21
Checking and lubricating
the brake and shift pedals ........ 6-21
Checking and lubricating
the brake and clutch levers ...... 6-22
Checking and lubricating
the sidestand ............................ 6-23
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots ........................................ 6-23
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 6-23
Checking the front fork ................. 6-24
Checking the steering .................. 6-24
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-25
Battery ......................................... 6-25
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-27
Replacing the headlight bulb ....... 6-28
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb ........................................... 6-30
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 6-30
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ........................................... 6-31
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