INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
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. @
EAU02955*
Fuel tank breather hoseThis model is equipped with a fuel tank
breather hose.
Before using this motorcycle:l
Check the fuel tank breather hose
connection.
l
Check the fuel tank breather hose
for cracks or damage and replace
it if damaged.
l
Make sure the end of the fuel tank
breather hose is not blocked and
clean it if necessary. Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with a
research octane number of 91 or
higher.
Fuel tank capacity:
Total:
17 L
Reserve:
3.5 L
1. Fuel tank breather hose
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Cooling system capacity
(total amount)
2.15 L
Air filterWet type element
Fuel
Type Regular unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity 17 L
Fuel reserve amount 3.5 L
Carburetor
Type ´ quantity CVRD37 ´ 4
Manufacturer KEIHIN
Spark plug
Manufacturer/Type NGK / CR10EK
Gap 0.6 ~ 0.7 mm
Clutch typeWet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 1.955
Secondary reduction system Chain drive
Secondary reduction ratio 3.000
Transmission type Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation Left foot operationGear ratio
1st 2.846
2nd 1.947
3rd 1.556
4th 1.333
5th 1.190
6th 1.083
Chassis
Frame type Diamond
Caster angle 24°
Trail 81 mm
Tire
Front
Type Tubeless
Size 120/60 ZR17 (55 W)
Manufacturer/model Bridgestone / BT56FE
Dunlop / D207FJ
Rear
Type Tubeless
Size 180/55 ZR17 (73 W)
Manufacturer/model Bridgestone / BT56RE
Dunlop / D207N
Maximum load* 187 kg
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