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2-DESCRIPTIONLeft view1. Starter (choke) “ ” (page 3-13)
2. Air filter (page 6-12)
3. Fuse box (page 6-28)
4. Helmet holder (page 3-14)
5. Rider seat lock (page 3-13)
6. Storage compartment (page 3-15)
7. Tool kit (page 6-1)8. Rear shock absorber compression
damping force adjusting screw (page 3-17)
9. Main fuse (page 6-28)
10. Shift pedal (page 3-10)
11. Front fork compression damping force
adjusting screw (page 3-16)
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DESCRIPTION
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2
Controls/Instruments24. Clutch lever (page 3-9)
25. Left handlebar switches (page 3-8)
26. Speedometer (page 3-6)
27. Main switch/steering lock (page 3-1)
28. Tachometer (page 3-6)
29. Coolant temperature gauge (page 3-7)
30. Right handlebar switches (page 3-9)
31. Throttle grip (page 6-15)
32. Front brake lever (page 3-10)E_4sv_Description.fm Page 3 Tuesday, August 31, 1999 3:41 PM
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main switch/steering lock ...................................... 3-1
Indicator lights ...................................................... 3-2
Oil level indicator circuit check .............................. 3-3
Fuel indicator circuit check ................................... 3-5
Speedometer ........................................................ 3-6
Tachometer ........................................................... 3-6
Diagnosis device................................................... 3-7
Coolant temperature gauge .................................. 3-7
Handlebar switches .............................................. 3-8
Clutch lever ........................................................... 3-9
Shift pedal ........................................................... 3-10
Front brake lever ................................................. 3-10
Rear brake pedal ................................................ 3-11Fuel tank cap ..................................................... 3-11
Fuel .................................................................... 3-12
Fuel tank breather hose (for Germany only) ...... 3-13
Starter (choke) “ ” .......................................... 3-13
Seats .................................................................. 3-13
Helmet holder..................................................... 3-14
Storage compartment ........................................ 3-15
Front fork adjustment ......................................... 3-15
Rear shock absorber adjustment ....................... 3-17
Luggage strap holders ....................................... 3-19
EXUP (EXhaust Ultimate Powervalve) ............... 3-19
Sidestand ........................................................... 3-19
Sidestand/clutch switch operation check............ 3-20
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3-INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Main switch/steering lockThe main switch controls the ignition
and lighting systems. Its operation is
described below.
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ON
Electrical circuits are switched on. The
engine can be started. The key cannot
be removed in this position.
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OFF
All electrical circuits are switched off.
The key can be removed in this posi-
tion.
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LOCK
The steering is locked in this position
and all electrical circuits are switched
off. The key can be removed in this po-
sition.
To lock the steering, turn the handle-
bars all the way to the left. While push-
ing the key into the main switch, turn it
from “OFF” to “LOCK” and remove it.
To release the lock, turn the key to
“OFF” while pushing.
EW000016
WA R N I N G
@ Never turn the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK” when the motorcycle is
moving. The electrical circuits will
be switched off which may result in
loss of control or an accident. Be
sure the motorcycle is stopped be-
fore turning the key to “OFF” or
“LOCK”. @1. Push
2. Turn
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P (Parking)
The steering is locked in this position,
and the taillight and auxiliary light come
on but all other circuits are off. The key
can be removed in this position.
To use the parking position, first lock
the steering, then turn the key to “P”.
Do not use this position for an extend-
ed length of time as the battery may
discharge.
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Indicator lights
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Turn indicator light “ ”
This indicator flashes when the turn
switch is moved to the left or right.
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Neutral indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
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High beam indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
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Oil level indicator light “ ”
This indicator comes on when the oil
level is low. This light circuit can be
checked by the procedure on page 3-3.
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CAUTION:@ Do not run the motorcycle until you
know it has sufficient engine oil. @NOTE:@ Even if the oil is filled to the specified
level, the indicator light may flicker
when riding on a slope or during sud-
den acceleration or deceleration, but
this is normal. @
1. Neutral indicator light “ ”
2. Oil level indicator light “ ”
3. Fuel indicator light “ ”
4. Turn indicator light “ ”
5. High beam indicator light “ ”
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3
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Rear brake pedalThe rear brake pedal is on the right
side of the motorcycle. Press down on
the brake pedal to apply the rear brake.
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Fuel tank capTo open
Open the lock cover. Insert the key and
turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. 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. Then, close the lock cover.
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. @
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WA R N I N G
@ Be sure the cap is properly installed
and locked in place before riding the
motorcycle. @
1. Rear brake pedal
1. Lock cover
2. Open
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Fuel tank breather hose
(for Germany only)This model is equipped with a fuel tank
breather hose. Before using this motor-
cycle, be sure to:l
Check hose connection.
l
Check hose for cracks or damage.
Replace if damaged.
l
Make sure the end of the hose is
not blocked. Clean it if necessary.
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Starter (choke) “ ”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).
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SeatsRider seat
To removeInsert the key into the seat lock and
turn it as shown.
1. Fuel tank breather hose
1. Starter (choke) “ ”
1. Rider seat lock
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3
To install
Insert the projection on the front of the
seat into the holder on the frame. Then
push down on the seat.Passenger seat
To remove
Remove the rider seat. Then pull up-
ward on the passenger seat.
To installInsert the projection on the rear of the
seat and the hooks on the front of the
seat into the holders on the frame, and
push the seat backward. Then install
the rider seat.NOTE:@ Make sure that the seats are securely
fitted. @
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Helmet holderThe helmet holder is located under the
rider’s seat. Remove the rider’s seat
and hook the helmet on the helmet
holder. Then lock the seat.
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WA R N I N G
@ Never ride with a helmet in the hel-
met holder. The helmet may hit ob-
jects, causing loss of control and
possibly an accident. @
1. Projection
2. Seat holder
1. Projection
2. Hook (´ 2)
3. Seat holder (´ 3)
1. Helmet holder
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