
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS .......................................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-1
Indicator and warning lights ............3-2
Speedometer unit ...........................3-3
Tachometer unit ..............................3-4
Self-diagnosis devices ....................3-5
Fuel gauge ......................................3-5
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ...............3-6
Handlebar switches ........................3-6
Clutch lever .....................................3-7
Shift pedal .......................................3-8
Brake lever .....................................3-8
Brake pedal ....................................3-8
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-9
Fuel .................................................3-9
Fuel tank breather hose ................3-10
Starter (choke) lever......................3-11
Seat ..............................................3-11
Helmet holder ...............................3-12
Storage compartment ...................3-12
Adjusting the front fork ..................3-13
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ...................................3-14
EXUP system ............................... 3-16
Sidestand ..................................... 3-17
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 a cold engine .................... 5-1
Starting a warm engine .................. 5-3
Shifting ........................................... 5-3
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-4
Engine break-in .............................. 5-4
Parking ........................................... 5-5
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 ......................................... 6-11
Cleaning the air filter element ...... 6-14
Adjusting the carburetors .............6-16
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-16
Adjusting the throttle cable
free play .................................... 6-17
Adjusting the valve clearance ...... 6-17
Tires ............................................. 6-17
Cast wheels ................................. 6-20
Adjusting the clutch lever
free play .................................... 6-20
Adjusting the brake pedal
position ..................................... 6-21
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ....................................... 6-22
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ................................ 6-22
Checking the brake fluid level ...... 6-23
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-24
Drive chain slack .......................... 6-24
Lubricating the drive chain ........... 6-25
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-26
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-27
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ....... 6-27
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 6-28
Checking the front fork ................. 6-28
Checking the steering .................. 6-29
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-29
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