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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EAU01071Battery
Check the level of the battery elec-
trolyte and make sure that the ter-
minals are tight.
Fill with distilled water if the elec-
trolyte level is low.
EC000099
cC
When inspecting the battery, be
sure the breather hose is routed
correctly. If the breather hose is
positioned in such a way as to
cause battery electrolyte or gas to
exit onto the frame, structural and
cosmetic damage to the motorcy-
cle can occur.
1. Battery
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Battery electrolyte is poisonous
and dangerous, causing severe
burns, etc. It contains sulfuric acid.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing.
ANTIDOTE:
8EXTERNAL: Flush with water.
8INTERNAL: Drink large quanti-
ties of water or milk. Follow
with milk of magnesia, beaten
egg, or vegetable oil. Call a
physician immediately.
8EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and get prompt med-
ical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases.
Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes etc.,
away. Ventilate when charging or
using in an enclosed space.
Always shield your eyes when
working near batteries.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHIL-
DREN.
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Replenishing the battery fluid
A poorly maintained battery will
corrode and discharge quickly. The
battery fluid should be checked at
least once a month. The level
should be between the minimum
level and maximum level marks.
Use only distilled water if refilling
is necessary.
EC000100
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Normal tap water contains miner-
als which are harmful to a battery;
therefore, refill only with distilled
water.
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Front150 kPa (1.50 kg/cm2, 1.50 bar)
Rear150 kPa (1.50 kg/cm2, 1.50 bar)
80 kg load ~ Maximum
load*
Front
150 kPa (1.50 kg/cm2, 1.50 bar)
Rear175 kPa (1.75 kg/cm2, 1.75 bar)
Off-road riding
Front
125 kPa (1.25 kg/cm2, 1.25 bar)
Rear125 kPa (1.25 kg/cm2, 1.25 bar)
*Load is total weight of cargo, rider, passenger and accessories.
Wheels
Front
Type Spoke wheel
Size 2.50 ´18
Rear
Type Spoke wheel
Size 14M/C ´MT4.50
Brakes
Front
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right hand operation
Fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4Rear
Type Drum brake
Operation Right foot operation
Suspension
Front
Type Telescopic fork
Rear
Type Swingarm (Monocross
suspension)
Shock absorber
Front Coil spring/oil damper
Rear Coil-gas spring/oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 160 mm
Rear 150 mm
Electrical
Ignition system C.D.I.
Charging system
Type C.D.I. magneto
Standard output 12 V, 11 A @ 5,000 rpm
Battery
Type GM7CZ-3D
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 7 AH
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