
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION .....................1-1
Safe riding.........................................1-1
Protective apparel .............................1-2
Modifications .....................................1-2
Loading and accessories ..................1-2
Gasoline and exhaust gas ................1-4
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 display ........................3-5
Tachometer .......................................3-6
Tripmeter and tachometer modes .....3-6
Clock mode .......................................3-7
Fuel meter.........................................3-7
Self-diagnosis devices ......................3-7
Anti-theft alarm (optional) .................3-8
Handlebar switches...........................3-9
Clutch lever .....................................3-10
Shift pedal .......................................3-10
Brake lever ......................................3-11
Brake pedal.....................................3-11
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-11
Fuel .................................................3-12
Fuel tank breather hose..................3-13
Catalytic converter ..........................3-13
Seat.................................................3-14
Adjusting the front fork....................3-15
Adjusting the shock absorber
assembly ..................................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 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 cowling
and panels..................................6-8
Checking the spark plug ...................6-8
Engine oil and oil filter element.........6-9
Coolant............................................6-12
Replacing the air filter element
and cleaning the check hose .....6-14
Checking the engine idling speed...6-15
Checking the throttle cable
free play ...................................6-16
Valve clearance...............................6-16
Tires ................................................6-16
Spoke wheels..................................6-19
Adjusting the clutch lever
free play ...................................6-20
Checking the front and rear
brake pads ...............................6-21
Checking the brake fluid level .........6-22
Changing the brake fluid .................6-23
Drive chain slack.............................6-23
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain................................6-25
Checking and lubricating the
cables .......................................6-25
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ..............6-26
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............6-26
Lubricating the brake pedal ............6-27
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand..................................6-27
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