HYOSUNG GT 650 EFI User manual

Part No. 99011HN9110FI
JUL. 2008.
Printed in KOREA
1st Ed.
This owner’s manual contains important safety information.
Please read it carefully.
WARNING
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This manual should be considered a permanent part of the motorcycle and
should remain with the motorcycle when resold or otherwise transferred to
a new owner or operator. The manual contains important safety informa-
tion and instructions which should be read carefully before operating the
motorcycle.
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All information, illustrations photographs
and specifications contained in this manual
are based on the latest product information
available at the time of publication. Due to
improvements or other changes, there may
be some discrepancies in this manual.
Hyosung reserves the right to make
changes at any time.
Please note that this manual applies to all
specifications for all respective destinations
and explains all equipments. Therefore,
your model may have different standard
features than shown in this manual.
 COPYRIGHT S&T Motors Co., Ltd.
FOREWORD
THANK YOU for choosing Hyosung
motorcycle. We at Hyosung have
designed, tested and produced these
motorcycles using the most modern tech-
nology available to provide you with much
happy, enjoyable, safe riding. Motorcycling
is one of the most exhilarating sports and
insure you to enjoy riding and you should
become thoroughly familiar with the infor-
mation presented in this Owner's Manual
before riding the motorcycle.
The proper care and maintenance that
your motorcycle requires are outlined in this
manual.
By following these instructions explicitly
you will insure a long trouble-free operating
life for your motorcycle. Your Hyosung
dealer has experienced technicians that are
trained to provide your machine with the
best possible service with the right tools and
equipment.
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IMPORTANT
BREAK-IN INFORMATION FOR
YOUR MOTORCYCLE
The first 1,600 km (1,000 miles) are the
most important in the life of your motorcycle.
Proper break-in operation during this time
will help ensure maximum life and perfor-
mance from your new motorcycle.
Hyosung parts are manufactured of high
quality materials, and manufactured parts
are finished to close tolerances. Proper
break-in operation allows the machined sur-
faces to polish each other and mate
smoothly.
Motorcycle reliability and performance
depend on special care and restraint exer-
cise during the break-in period. It is espe-
cially important that you avoid operating the
engine in a manner which could expose the
engine parts to excessive heat.
Please refer to the BREAK-IN section for
specific break-in recommendations.
WARNING / CAUTION / NOTE
Please read this manual and follow its
instructions carefully.
To emphasize special information the
wordsWARNING,CAUTIONand
NOTEhave special meanings
Information following these signal words
should be carefully reviewed.
N O T E
This provides special information to
make maintenance easier or important
instructions clearer.
These instructions point out special ser-
vice procedures or precautions that
must be followed to avoid damaging the
machine.
CAUTION
The personal safety of the rider may be
involved. Disregarding this information
could result in injury to the rider.
WARNING
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Noise Control System (muffler assembly)
TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL SYSTEM PROHIBITED
Owners are warned that the law may prohibit :
(a) The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for the
purpose of maintenance, repair or replacement, of any device or ele-
ment of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of
noise control prior to its any sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or
while it is in use ; and
(b) The use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been
removed or rendered inoperative by any person.
MAINTENANCE :
The exhaust system of this motorcycle requires no periodic maintenance.
The engine should be adjusted to the manufacture’ s specifications and the
spark plug should be kept in good condition. Running the engine with
incorrectly operating spark plug or misadjusted carburetor may cause per-
manent damage to the catalyst and to the noise control system.
WARNING
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Motorcycle riding is great fun and an excit-
ing sport. Motorcycle riding also requires
he/she to take some extra precautions to
ensure the safety of the rider and passen-
ger. These precautions are :
Before first use of the
read this owner’s manual carefully to
become familiar with the
’s features, and
safety and maintenance require-
ments. Review all instructions,
requirements and warnings with the
riders. Keep the owner’s manual in
the owner’s manual storage compart-
ment located under the seat.
Before the rider’s first use of the
, make sure that
he / she is familiar with the location
and operation of all controls, and has
been instructed in the proper opera-
tion of the motorcycle.
For first use of the
, find a level, open
area for the rider to use to become
familiar with the operation of controls
and the operating and handling
characteristics of the
.
WARNING
Before each use, perform daily
inspections with the rider. Specific
items to check are listed in the
INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING sec-
tion on page 55 of this owner’s man-
ual.
Make sure the rider wears a helmet,
eye protection, and protective cloth-
ing (gloves, leather or heavy cloth
pants, long sleeved shirt or jacket,
boots).
Permit use only by dual rider. These
motorcycles is designed for use only
by dual rider.
Do not permit anyone to operate the
under the influ-
ence of alcohol or other drugs
caused by damage to the motorcycle
or altered handling characteristics.
Observe periodic maintenance
requirements your authorized
HYOSUNG dealer is trained and
equipped to perform this service.
Drain gasoline from the fuel
tank prior to transporting the
.
Caution the rider and others near
the not to get close
to or touch any moving parts or any
heated areas such as the engine and
exhaust system.
Do not make any modifications to
the .
Modifications may make the motor-
cycle unsafe or illegal in your state.
WARNING
CONSUMER INFORMATION
SAFE RIDING RECOMMENDATION
FOR MOTORCYCLE RIDERS
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The are equipped with
the side stand ignition interlock system.
If the transmission is in neutral or side
stand up, you can only start the engine
pulling the clutch lever.
This side stand ignition interlock system
prevents the motorcycle from being
started with side stand down.
Make sure that the side stand igintion
interlock system is working properly
before riding.
WARNING
Do not run the engine indoors or
where there is little or no ventilation.
Exhaust gases contain carbon
monoxide, a potentially lethal gas that
is colorless and odorless.
Never leave the motorcycle running
while unattended, even for a short
time.
WARNING
These motorcycles always come on the
head lamp, position lamp, meter lamp,
tail lamp and license plate lamp when
starting engine.
CAUTION
While operating the ,
the rider should keep both feet on the
footrests at all times, or injuries resulting
from accidents. Moving the rider’s feet
from the footrests reduces the rider’s
ability to control the motorcycle, and
could lead to an accident.
WARNING
Keep both hands on the handgrips at all
times when riding. Removing your
hands from the handgrips reduces your
ability to control the motorcycle, and
could result in an accident.
WARNING
Always open the throttle gradually to
prevent front wheel lifting. Failure to
observe this precaution may result in
loss of control and an accident.
WARNING
WHEN KEEPING FOR LONG PERIOD :
1. Supply the enough fuel in the fuel
tank.
2. Remove the battery from the motorcy-
cle.
CAUTION
The trunk could be heated. Don’t
keep anything that doesn’t endure
heat.
Don’t keep the fragile.
Check if it is locked.
The unlocking of rear seat could
cause serious accident.
Don’t allow water to get inside the
trunk or it could damage.
Don’t keep the valuables in the trunk
when leaving unattended.
Loading limit of trunk : 1 (2.21 lbs)
CAUTION
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WEAR A HELMET
RIDING APPAREL
INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING
FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH
THE MOTORCYCLE
KNOW YOUR LIMITS
BE EXTRA SAFETY CONSCIOUS
ON BAD WEATHER DAYS
Motorcycle safety equipment starts with
a quality safety helmet. One of the most
serious injuries that can happen is a
head injury. ALWAYS wear a properly
approved helmet. You should also wear
a suitable eye protection.
WARNING
Do not operate the ignition switch in the
“OFF” or “LOCK” position or the
engine stop switch in the “ ” position
while driving at one’s pleasure.
WARNING
Loose fancy clothing can be uncomfort-
able and unsafe in terms of riding your
motorcycle.
Choose good quality motorcycle riding
apparel in terms of riding your motorcy-
cle.
WARNING
Review thoroughly the instructions in
the “INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING”
section of this manual. Do not forget to
perform an entire safety inspection to
ensure the safety of the rider and its
passenger.
WARNING
Your riding skill and mechanical knowl-
edge from the foundation for safe riding
practices.
We suggest that you practice riding
your motorcycle in a non-traffic situation
until you are thoroughly familiar with
your machine and its controls.
Remember practice makes perfect.
WARNING
Ride within the boundaries of your own
skill at all times. Knowing these limits
and staying within them will help you to
avoid accidents.
WARNING
Riding on bad weather days, especially
wet ones, requires extra caution.
Braking distances double on a rainy
day. Stay off of the painted surface
marks, manhole covers and greasy
appearing areas as they can be espe-
cially slippery.
Use extreme caution at railway cross-
ings and on metal gratings and bridges.
Whenever you have a doubt about road
condition, slow down!
WARNING
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