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EAU00021
QGIVE SAFETY THE RIGHT OF WAY
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Motorcycles are fascinating vehicles, which can give you an unsurpassed feeling of power and
freedom. However, they also impose certain limits, which you must accept; even the best
motorcycle does not ignore the laws of physics.
Regular care and maintenance are essential for preserving your motorcycle’s value and operat-
ing condition. Moreover, what is true for the motorcycle is also true for the rider: good perfor-
mance depends on being in good shape. Riding under the influence of medication, drugs and
alcohol is, of course, out of the question. Motorcycle riders - more than car drivers - must
always be at their mental and physical best. Under the influence of even small amounts of
alcohol, there is a tendency to take dangerous risks.
Protective clothing is as essential for the motorcycle rider as seat belts are for car drivers and
passengers. Always wear a complete motorcycle suit (whether made of leather or tear-resistant
synthetic materials with protectors), sturdy boots, motorcycle gloves and a properly fitting hel-
met. Optimum protective wear, however, should not encourage carelessness. Though full-cov-
erage helmets and suits, in particular, create an illusion of total safety and protection, motorcy-
clists will always be vulnerable. Riders who lack critical self-control run the risk of going too
fast and are apt to take chances. This is even more dangerous in wet weather. The good motor-
cyclist rides safely, predictably and defensively - avoiding all dangers, including those caused
by others.
Enjoy your ride!
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EAU00026
DESCRIPTION
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1. Headlight (page 6-33)
2. Steering lock (page 3-8)
3. Fuel cock (page 3-7)
4. Main switch (page 3-1)
5. Fuses (page 6-32)6. Helmet holder (page 3-9)
7. Rear shock absorber spring preload
adjusting ring (page 3-10)
8. Shift pedal (page 3-4)
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Left view
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DESCRIPTION
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9. Battery (page 6-30)
10. Air filter (page 6-12)
11. Rear brake pedal (page 3-5, 6-21)
12. Oil filter (page 6-9)
13. Tool kit (page 6-1)14. Rear shock absorber spring preload
adjusting ring (page 3-10)
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DESCRIPTION
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15. Clutch lever (page 3-4, 6-19)
16. Left handlebar switches (page 3-2)
17. Speedometer (page 3-2)
18. Right handlebar switches (page 3-3)
19. Front brake lever (page 3-4, 6-20)20. Throttle grip (page 6-16)
21. Fuel tank cap (page 3-5)
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Controls/Instruments
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EAU00028Main switch
The main switch controls the igni-
tion and lighting systems. Its oper-
ation is described below.
EAU00036ON
Electrical circuits are switched on.
The engine can be started. The key
cannot be removed in this position.
EAU00038OFF
All electrical circuits are switched
off. The key can be removed in this
position.
EAU00054P (Parking)
The taillight and auxiliary light
come on but all other circuits are
off. With the key at “OFF”, push it
into the main switch, turn it coun-
terclockwise to “P”, and remove it.
To cancel the parking, turn the key
clockwise.
EAU00056Indicator lightsEAU00063High beam indicator light “&”
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
EAU00061Neutral indicator light “N”
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
EAU00057Turn indicator light “5”
This indicator flashes when the
turn switch is moved to the left or
right.
1. High beam indicator light “&”
2. Neutral indicator light “N”
3. Turn indicator light “5”
ONOFF
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EAU01087Speedometer
The speedometer shows riding
speed. This speedometer is
equipped with an odometer and
trip odometer. The trip odometer
can be reset to “0” with the reset
knob. Use the trip odometer to
estimate how far you can ride on a
tank of fuel. This information will
enable you to plan fuel stops in the
future.
1. Odometer
2. Trip odometer
3. Reset knob
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EAU00118Handlebar switches
EAU00119Pass switch “&“
Press the switch to operate the
passing light.
EAU00121Dimmer switch
Turn the switch to “&” for the
high beam and to “%” for the low
beam.
1. Pass switch “&”
2. Dimmer switch
3. Turn signal switch
4. Horn switch “*”
NOTE:
(for German model equipped with
speed limiter only)
This motorcycle is equipped with a
speed limiter which prevents it
from exceeding a top speed of 80
km/h.
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