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GEN
INFO
CONTROL FUNCTIONS
EC150000
CONTROL FUNCTIONS
“ENGINE STOP” SWITCH
Make sure that the engine stop switch 1 is
positioned to “ ”. The engine stop switch has
been equipped to ensure safety in an emer-
gency such when the machine is up set or
trouble takes place in the throttle system. The
engine will not start or run when the engine
stop switch is turned to “ ”.
SHIFT PEDAL
The gear ratios of the constant-mesh 3 speed
transmission are ideally spaced. The gears
can be shifted by using the shift pedal 1 on
the left side of the engine.
WARNING
When starting out on the machine, shift the
transmission into 1st after pulling in the
front brake lever and closing the throttle
grip.
KICK STARTER
WARNING
Before starting the engine, be sure to shift
the transmission into neutral.
Rotate the kick starter 1 away from the
engine. Push the starter down lightly with your
foot until the gears engage, then kick smoothly
and forcefully to start the engine.
EC155001
THROTTLE GRIP
The throttle grip 1 is located on the right han-
dlebar; it accelerates or decelerates the
engine. For acceleration, turn the grip toward
you; for deceleration, turn it away from you.
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GEN
INFO
STARTING AND OPERATION
STARTING AND OPERATION
CAUTION:
Prior to operating the machine, perform
steps listed in pre-operation check list.
WARNING
Never start your engine or let it run for any
length of time in a closed area. The exhaust
fumes are poisonous and can cause loss of
consciousness and death within a short
time. Always operate your machine in an
area with adequate ventilation.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE
WARNING
Before starting the engine, be sure to shift
the transmission into neutral.
1. Turn the fuel cock to “ON”.
2. Operate the starter (choke) and com-
pletely close the throttle grip.
3. Slide the “ENGINE STOP” switch to the
“”.
4. Kick the kick starter with full strength to
start the engine.
5. After the engine starts, warm up for one
or two minutes. Make sure the stater
(choke) is returned to the original position
before riding.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
To start a warm engine, refer to the “Starting a
cold engine” section. The starter (choke)
should not be used. The throttle should be
opened slightly.
CAUTION:
See “Engine break-in Section” prior to
operating engine for the first time.WARMING UP
To get maximum engine life, always “warm-up”
the engine before starting off. Never acceler-
ate hard with a cold engine! To see whether or
not the engine is warm, see if it responds to
throttle normally with the stater (choke) turned
off.
WARNING
Before starting off, be sure to turn up or
remove the side stand.
Failure to retract the side stand completely
can result in a serious accident when you
try to turn a corner.
ENGINE BREAK-IN
Brake-in is important to better fit the moving
and sliding parts as well as the installed parts.
It is also important to accustom the rider to the
machine better.
Avoid full-throttle run on a new machine for the
first 5 hours.
After the trial run, check for loose parts, oil
leakage and other problems.
Make full inspection and adjustment especially
of slack cables and drive chain and loose
spokes.
CAUTION:
After the break-in period, check every fit-
ting and fastener for looseness.
If any loose is found, retighten it securely.
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INSP
ADJ
SPARK ARRESTER CLEANING (For USA)
6. Install:
lTappet cover (intake side) 1
lO-ring 2
7. Install:
lTappet cover (exhaust side)
lO-ring
lSpark plug
lTiming plug
lCrankshaft end cover
8. Install:
lAir filter case
lAir scoop (right)
T R..18 Nm (1.8 m · kg, 13 ft · lb)
New
T R..18 Nm (1.8 m · kg, 13 ft · lb)
New
T R..13 Nm (1.3 m · kg, 9.4 ft · lb)
T R..7 Nm (0.7 m · kg, 5.1 ft · lb)
T R..7 Nm (0.7 m · kg, 5.1 ft · lb)
SPARK ARRESTER CLEANING (For USA)
WARNING
lBe sure the exhaust pipe and muffler are
cool before cleaning the spark arrester.
lDo not start the engine when cleaning the
exhaust system.
1. Remove:
lBolt (tailpipe) 1
2. Remove:
lTailpipe 2
Pull the tailpipe out of the muffler.
3. Clean:
lSpark arrester
Use a wire brush to remove any carbon
deposits from the spark arrester portion
of the muffler body 3 inner surface.
Tap the tailpipe lightly and remove the
carbon deposits from the outside por-
tion a of the tailpipe.
4. Install:
lTailpipe
Insert the tailpipe into the muffler and
align the bolt hole.
lBolt (tailpipe)
2
1
3
a
T R..7 Nm (0.7 m · kg, 5.1 ft · lb)
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ENGCARBURETOR
EC464600
Float
1. Inspect:
lFloat 1
Damage ® Replace.
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION
Carburetor
1. Install:
lPilot air screw 1
Note the following installation points:
lScrew in the pilot air screw until it is lightly
seated.
lBack out it by the specified number of
turns.
Pilot air screw:
1-3/4 turns out
2. Install:
lThrottle valve 1
lStarter plunger 2
NOTE:
Align the slit a of the throttle valve with the tab
b of the carburetor top.
FUEL LEVEL ADJUSTMENT
WARNING
Gasoline (fuel) and its vapors are highly
flammable and explosive. Keep away from
sparks, cigarettes, flames or other sources
of ignition.