
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 .................3-8
Handlebar switches ......................3-13
Clutch lever ...................................3-14
Shift pedal .....................................3-15
Brake lever ...................................3-15
Brake pedal ..................................3-16
Fuel tank cap ................................3-16
Fuel ...............................................3-17
Catalytic converter ........................3-18
Seats ............................................3-18
Helmet holders .............................3-19
Adjusting the front fork ..................3-20
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................3-21
Luggage strap holders ..................3-24
EXUP system ...............................3-24
Sidestand ......................................3-24
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-25
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 panels ..... 6-6
Checking the spark plugs ............... 6-7
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ..... 6-8
Coolant ......................................... 6-12
Replacing the air filter element ..... 6-14
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-16
Checking the throttle cable
free play .................................... 6-16
Valve clearance ............................ 6-17
Tires ............................................. 6-17
Cast wheels .................................. 6-19
Adjusting the clutch lever
free play .................................... 6-20
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ....................................... 6-20
Checking the front and rear brake
pads .......................................... 6-21
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-21
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-22
Drive chain slack .......................... 6-23
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................ 6-24
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-26
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots ........................................ 6-26
Checking the front fork ................. 6-27
Checking the steering .................. 6-27
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-28
Battery ......................................... 6-28
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-30
Replacing a headlight bulb .......... 6-32
Tail/brake light ............................. 6-35
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb ........................................... 6-35
Replacing the license plate light
bulb ........................................... 6-35
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