
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 ..................................3-3
Tachometer ....................................3-3
Multi-function display ......................3-3
Handlebar switches ........................3-5
Clutch lever .....................................3-6
Shift pedal .......................................3-6
Brake lever .....................................3-6
Brake pedal ....................................3-7
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-7
Fuel .................................................3-8
Catalytic converter ..........................3-9
Seat ..............................................3-10
Helmet holder ...............................3-10
Storage compartment ...................3-11
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies ................................3-11
Luggage strap holders ..................3-12
Sidestand ......................................3-12
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-13
FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-2
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-3
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ....... 6-2
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-3
Removing and installing the
cowling and panels ..................... 6-6
Checking the spark plug ................. 6-7
Engine oil and oil filter element ...... 6-9
Cleaning the air filter element ...... 6-11
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-12
Checking the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 6-12
Valve clearance ............................ 6-13
Tires ............................................. 6-13
Cast wheels .................................. 6-15
Adjusting the clutch lever free
play ........................................... 6-15
Adjusting the brake pedal position
and free play ............................. 6-16
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ....................................... 6-17
Checking the front brake pads
and rear brake shoes ............... 6-17
Checking the front brake fluid
level .......................................... 6-18
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-19
Drive chain slack .......................... 6-19
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................ 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand .................................. 6-23
Lubricating the rear suspension ... 6-24
Checking the front fork ................. 6-24
Checking the steering .................. 6-25
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-25
Battery ......................................... 6-25
Replacing the fuses ..................... 6-27
Replacing the headlight bulb ....... 6-28
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