INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-12
3 2. Turn the key counterclockwise to
the original position, remove it,
and then close the lock cover.
NOTE:@ The fuel tank cap cannot be installed
unless the key is in the lock. In addition,
the key cannot be removed if the cap is
not properly installed and locked. @
EW000024
WARNING
@ Make sure that the fuel tank cap is
properly installed before riding. @
EAU03753
Fuel Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
of the filler tube as shown.
EW000130
WARNING
_ l
Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.
l
Avoid spilling fuel on the hot
engine.
_
EAU00185
CAUTION:_ Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted surfac-
es or plastic parts. _
EAU00191
NOTE:_ If knocking (or pinging) occurs, use
gasoline of a different brand or with a
higher octane grade. _
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with a
research octane number of 91 or
higher
Fuel tank capacity:
Total amount:
22.5 L
Reserve amount:
3.5 L
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SPECIFICATIONS
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9
Final gear oil
Type SAE80 API “GL-4” hypoid gear
oil
Quantity 0.2 L
Cooling system capacity
(total amount)
3.5 L
Air filterDry type element
Fuel
Type Regular unleaded gasoline
Fuel tank capacity 22.5 L
Fuel reserve amount 3.5 L
Carburetor
Manufacturer MIKUNI
Model ´ quantity BDSR32 ´ 4
Spark plug
Manufacturer/model NGK / DPR8EA-9 or
DENSO / X24EPR-U9
Gap 0.8–0.9 mm
Clutch typeWet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 1.776
Secondary reduction system Shaft drive
Secondary reduction ratio 2.567
Transmission type Constant-mesh, 5-speedOperation Left foot
Gear ratio
1st 2.529
2nd 1.632
3rd 1.200
4th 0.960
5th 0.786
Chassis
Frame type Double cradle
Caster angle 29.17°
Trail 152 mm
Tire
Front
Type Tubeless tire
Size 150/80-16 71H
Manufacturer/
model Dunlop / D404F
Bridgestone / G705
Rear
Type Tubeless tire
Size 150/90B15M/C 74H
Manufacturer/
model Dunlop / D404
Bridgestone / G702
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