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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-10
6
NOTE:@ “GL-4” is a quality and additive rating.
Hypoid gear oils rated “GL-5” or “GL-6”
may also be used. @5. Install and tighten the filler bolt to
the specified torque.
6. After replacing the final gear oil, be
sure to check for oil leakage.
EAU01677
Air filterThe air filter should be cleaned at the
specified intervals. It should be cleaned
more frequently if you are riding in un-
usually wet or dusty areas.
1. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the screws.
2. Remove the air filter.3. Tap the air filter lightly to remove
most of the dust and dirt. Blow out
the remaining dirt with com-
pressed air as shown. If the air fil-
ter is damaged, replace it. Final gear case capacity:
0.2 L
Recommended oil:
SAE 80 API GL-4 Hypoid gear oil
If desired, an SAE 80W90 hypoid
gear oil may be used for all condi-
tions.
Tightening torque:
Oil filler bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 m·kg)1. Case cover
2. Screw (´ 3)
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Final gear oil
Type SAE80API “GL-4” Hypoid Gear
Oil
Quantity 0.2 L
Air filterDry type element
Fuel
Type Regular unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity 17 L
Reserve amount 4.5 L
Carburetor
Type ´ quantity BSR37 ´ 2
Manufacturer MIKUNI
Spark plug
Type/Manufacturer BPR7ES / NGK or
W22EPR-U / DENSO
Gap 0.7 ~ 0.8 mm
Clutch typeWet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 1.660
Secondary reduction system Shaft drive
Secondary reduction ratio 2.875
Transmission type Constant mesh 5-speed
Operation Left foot operationGear ratio
1st 2.353
2nd 1.667
3rd 1.286
4th 1.032
5th 0.853
Chassis
Frame type Double cradle
Caster angle 33°
Trail 136 mm
Tires
Front
Type Tube
Size 110/90-18 61S
Manufacturer/model Bridgestone / L309
Dunlop / K555F
Rear
Type Tube
Size 170/80-15 M/C 77S
Manufacturer/model Bridgestone / G546
Dunlop / K555
Maximum load* 201 kg (except for G, A, SF)
200 kg (for G, A, SF)
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Air pressure (cold tire)
Up to 90 kg load*
Front 200 kPa (2.00 kg/cm
2, 2.00 bar)
Rear 225 kPa (2.25 kg/cm2, 2.25 bar)
90 kg load ~ maximum
load*
Front 225 kPa (2.25 kg/cm2, 2.25 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
* Load is total weight of cargo, rider, passenger and accessories.
Wheels
Front
Type Spoke
Size 18 ´ 2.15
Rear
Type Spoke
Size 15M/C ´ MT4.50
Brakes
Front
Type Dual disc brake
Operation Right hand operation
Fluid DOT 4Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right foot operation
Fluid DOT 4
Suspension
Fr o n t
Ty p e Te l e s c o p i c f o r k
Rear
Type Swingarm (link suspention)
Shock absorber
Front Coil spring / oil damper
Rear Coil spring / gas-oil damper,
spring preload adjustable
Wheel travel
Front 140 mm
Rear 113 mm
Electrical
Ignition system T.C.I. (digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 350 W@ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Type GT14B-4
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 12 AH
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