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DESCRIPTION
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Right view
10. Rear turn signal light (page 6-29)
11. Sub fuel tank
12. Fuel tank (page 3-5)13. Front turn signal light (page 6-29)
14. Rear brake pedal (page 3-4)
15. Battery (page 6-25)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch ........................................................................................ 3-1
Indicator lights .................................................................................... 3-1
Speedometer...................................................................................... 3-2
Handlebar switches ............................................................................ 3-2
Clutch lever ........................................................................................ 3-3
Shift pedal .......................................................................................... 3-4
Front brake lever ................................................................................ 3-4
Rear brake pedal................................................................................ 3-4
Fuel tank cap...................................................................................... 3-5
Fuel .................................................................................................... 3-5
Starter (choke) Ò Ó........................................................................... 3-6
Steering lock ...................................................................................... 3-6
Seats .................................................................................................. 3-7
Helmet holder ..................................................................................... 3-8
Rear shock absorber adjustment ....................................................... 3-9
Sidestand ........................................................................................... 3-9
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check ......................................... 3-10
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Reset knob
2. Odometer
3. Trip odometer
EAU00095
Speedometer
The speedometer shows riding speed.
This speedometer is equipped with an
odometer and trip odometer. The trip
odometer can be reset to Ò0Ó 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. Pass switch Ò Ó
2. Dimmer switch
3. Turn signal switch Ò Ó
4. Horn switch Ò Ó
EAU00118
Handlebar switches
EAU00119
Pass switch Ò Ó
Press the switch to operate the passing
light.
EAU00121
Dimmer switch
Turn the switch to Ò Ó for the high
beam and to Ò Ó for the low beam.
EAU00124
Turn signal switch Ò Ó
This model is equipped with self-can-
celling turn signals. To signal a right-
hand turn, push the switch to the right.
To signal a left-hand turn, push the
switch to the left. Once the switch is re-
leased it will return to the center posi-
tion. To cancel the signal, push the
switch in after it has returned to the
center position. If the switch is not can-
celled by hand, it will self-cancel after
the motorcycle has travelled at least
150 meters and 15 seconds have
passed. The self-cancelling mecha-
nism only operates when the motor-
cycle is moving. Therefore the signal
will not self-cancel while you are
stopped at an intersection.
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Horn switch Ò Ó
Press the switch to sound the horn.
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Engine stop switch
2. Lights switch
3. Start switch Ò Ó
4. Fuel reserve switch ÒFUELÓ
EAU00138
Engine stop switch
The engine stop switch is a safety de-
vice for use in an emergency such as
when the motorcycle overturns or if
trouble occurs in the throttle system.
Turn the switch to Ò Ó to start the en-
gine. In case of emergency, turn the
switch to Ò Ó to stop the engine.
EAU00134
Lights switch
Turning the light switch to Ò Ó,
turns on the auxiliary light, meter lights
and taillight. Turning the light switch to
Ò Ó, turns the headlight on also.
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Start switch Ò Ó
The starter motor cranks the engine
when pushing the start switch.
EC000005
CAUTION:
See starting instructions prior to
starting the engine.
EAU00149
Fuel reserve switch ÒFUELÓ
This switch should usually be kept
ÒONÓ while riding. If you run out of fuel
while riding, move the switch to ÒRESÓ
and refuel at the first opportunity. Then
move the switch to ÒONÓ.
When the switch is turned to reserve
ÒRESÓ, about 2.5 L remain in the fuel
tank.
1. Clutch lever
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Clutch lever
The clutch lever is located on the left
handlebar, and the ignition circuit cut-
off system is incorporated in the clutch
lever holder. Pull the clutch lever to the
handlebar to disengage the clutch, and
release the lever to engage the clutch.
The lever should be pulled rapidly and
released slowly for smooth clutch oper-
ation. (Refer to the engine starting pro-
cedures for a description of the ignition
circuit cut-off system.)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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1. Open
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Fuel tank cap
To open
Insert the key and turn it 1/4 turn clock-
wise. The lock will be released and the
cap can be opened.
To close
Push the tank cap into position with the
key inserted. To remove the key, turn it
counterclockwise to the original posi-
tion.
NOTE:
This tank cap cannot be closed unless
the key is in the lock. The key cannot
be removed if the cap is not locked
properly.
EW000023
Be sure the cap is properly installed
and locked in place before riding the
motorcycle.
1. Filler tube
2. Fuel level
EAU01183
Fuel
Make sure there is sufficient fuel in the
tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of
the filler tube as shown in the illustra-
tion.
EW000130
Do not overfill the fuel tank. Avoid
spilling fuel on the hot engine. Do
not fill the fuel tank above the bot-
tom of the filler tube or it may over-
flow when the fuel heats up later and
expands.
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EAU00185
CAUTION:
Always wipe off spilled fuel immedi-
ately with a dry and clean soft cloth.
Fuel may deteriorate painted surfac-
es or plastic parts.
EAU00191
NOTE:
If knocking or pinging occurs, use a dif-
ferent brand of gasoline or higher oc-
tane grade.Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with
a research octane number of 91
or higher.
Fuel tank capacity:
Total:
13.5 L
Reserve:
2.5 L
1. Starter (choke) Ò Ó
EAU02976
Starter (choke) Ò Ó
Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture. A separate starter cir-
cuit supplies this mixture.
Move in direction a
to turn on the
starter (choke).
Move in direction b
to turn off the
starter (choke).
1. Steering lock
EAU02934
Steering lock
To lock the steering
Turn the handlebars all the way to the
right and open the steering lock cover.
Insert the key and turn it 1/8 turn coun-
terclockwise. Then, push the key in
while turning the handlebars slightly to
the left and turn the key 1/8 turn clock-
wise.
Check that the steering is locked, re-
move the key and close the lock cover.
To unlock the steering
Insert the key, push it in and turn it 1/8
turn counterclockwise so that it moves
out. Then, release and remove the key.
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NOTE:
Pre-operation checks should be made each time the motorcycle is used. Such an inspection can be thoroughly accom-
plished in a very short time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved.
If any item in the PRE-OPERATION CHECK is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating
the motorcycle.
Sidestand pivot¥ Check for smooth operation.
¥ Lubricate if necessary.6-23
Chassis fasteners¥ Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
¥ Tighten if necessary.Ñ
Fuel tank¥ Check fuel level.
¥ Fill with fuel if necessary.3-5 ~ 3-6
Lights, signals and
switches¥ Check for proper operation. 6-27 ~ 6-29
Battery¥ Check fluid level.
¥ Fill with distilled water if necessary.6-25 ~ 6-26 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
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Starting the engine ............................................................................. 5-1
Starting a warm engine ...................................................................... 5-3
Shifting ............................................................................................... 5-4
Recommended shift points (for Switzerland only) .............................. 5-4
Tips for reducing fuel consumption .................................................... 5-5
Engine break-in .................................................................................. 5-5
Parking ............................................................................................... 5-6