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6-14
6 2. Loosen the air filter joint clamp
screw, and then slightly pull the air
filter case out.3. Remove the air filter case cover by
removing the screws.
4. Disconnect the hoses shown.5. Remove the air filter element by
removing the screws, and then
disconnect the hose shown.
1. Air filter joint clamp screw
1. Screw (× 2)
2. Hose (× 2)
3. Air filter case cover
1. Screw (× 2)
2. Hose
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6-15
66. Lightly tap the air filter element to
remove most of the dust and dirt,
and then blow the remaining dirt
out with compressed air as shown.
If the air filter element is damaged,
replace it.7. Install the air filter element by in-
serting it into the air filter case,
then installing the screws, and
then connect the hose shown.
8. Install the air filter case cover by
installing the screws.9. Connect the hoses shown.
10. Install the air filter case by pushing
it onto the air filter joint, and then
tighten the air filter joint clamp
screw.
11. Install the air filter case by install-
ing the bolts.
1. Screw (× 2)
2. Hose
1. Hose (× 2)
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8-1
8
EAU01038
8-SPECIFICATIONSSpecifications CS-01E
Model XV1600A
Dimensions
Overall length 2,500 mm
Overall width 980 mm
Overall height 1,140 mm
Seat height 710 mm
Wheelbase 1,685 mm
Ground clearance 145 mm
Minimum turning radius 3,200 mm
Basic weight (with oil and full
fuel tank)
332 kg
Engine
Engine type Air-cooled 4-stroke, OHV
Cylinder arrangement V-type 2-cylinder
Displacement 1,602 cm
3
Bore × Stroke 95 × 113 mm
Compression ratio 8.3:1
Starting system Electric starter
Lubrication system Dry sumpEngine oil
Ty p e
Recommended engine oil
classification API Service SE, SF, SG type or
higher
Quantity
Without oil filter cartridge
replacement 3.7 L
With oil filter car tridge
replacement 4.1 L
Total amount (dry engine) 5.0 L
-20 -10 0
10 20 30
40
50 ˚C
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40
CAUTION:Be sure to use motor oils that do not contain anti-friction
modifiers. Passenger car motor oils (often labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II”) contain anti-friction additives
which will cause clutch and/or starter clutch slippage, result-
ing in reduced component life and poor engine performance.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-2
8
Transfer case oil
Type SAE80API “GL-4” Hypoid Gear
Oil
Quantity 0.4 L
Air filterDry type element
Fuel
Type REGULAR UNLEADED
GASOLINE ONLY
Fuel tank capacity 20 L
Reserve amount 3.5 L
Carburetor
Manufacturer MIKUNI
Model × quantity BSR40 × 1
Spark plug
Manufacturer/model NGK / DPR7EA-9 or
DENSO / X22EPR-U9
Gap 0.8–0.9 mm
Clutch typeWet, multiple-disc
Transmission
Primary reduction system Spur gear
Primary reduction ratio 1.532
Secondary reduction system Belt
Secondary reduction ratio 2.320
Transmission type Constant mesh 5-speed
Operation Left footGear ratio
1st 2.438
2nd 1.579
3rd 1.160
4th 0.906
5th 0.750
Chassis
Frame type Double cradle
Caster angle 32°
Trail 142 mm
Tire
Front
Type Tube tire
Size 130/90-16 67H
130/90-16 M/C 67H
Manufacturer/model Dunlop / D404FL
Bridgestone / G703F
Rear
Type Tube tire
Size 150/80B-16 71H
150/80B-16 M/C 71H
Manufacturer/model Dunlop / D404
Bridgestone / G702
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10-INDEXAAir filter element, cleaning ...................... 6-13
Anti-theft alarm ........................................3-4BBattery ................................................... 6-33
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-30
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-29
Brake fluid, changing ............................. 6-26
Brake fluid level, checking...................... 6-25
Brake lever...............................................3-8
Brake lever free play, adjusting .............. 6-22
Brake light switch (rear), adjusting ......... 6-23
Brake pads, checking............................. 6-23
Brake pedal..............................................3-8
Brake pedal position, adjusting .............. 6-22CCables, checking and lubricating............ 6-28
Carburetor, adjusting ............................. 6-16
Care.........................................................7-1
Clock .......................................................3-5
Clutch lever ..............................................3-7
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............. 6-21
Conversion table ......................................8-5DDimmer switch .........................................3-6
Drive belt slack ...................................... 6-26
Adjusting .......................................... 6-27
Checking .......................................... 6-26
EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-5
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............... 6-8
Engine stop switch................................... 3-6
Engine trouble warning light .................... 3-2FFront fork, checking ............................... 6-31
Fuel ......................................................... 3-9
Fuel cock ............................................... 3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ......... 5-4
Fuel gauge .............................................. 3-4
Fuel level warning light ............................ 3-2
Fuel tank breather hose ......................... 3-10
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-9
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-35HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-6
Headlight bulb, replacing ....................... 6-36
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-13
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-6IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Idling speed, adjusting ........................... 6-16
Ignition circuit cut-off system.................. 3-16
Indicator and warning lights ..................... 3-2KKey identification number ........................ 9-1LLight switch.............................................. 3-6
MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-2PPanel, removing and installing..................6-6
Parking.....................................................5-6
Part locations ...........................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-6
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ......................................................6-3RRider seat ..............................................3-12SSafety information ....................................1-1
Self-diagnosis device ...............................3-4
Shifting .....................................................5-3
Shift pedal ................................................3-7
Shift points (for Switzerland only) .............5-4
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ......3-14
Sidestand ...............................................3-15
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .......6-30
Spark plugs, checking ..............................6-7
Specifications ...........................................8-1
Speedometer unit.....................................3-3
Starter (choke) knob...............................3-12
Starting a warm engine ............................5-3
Starting the engine ...................................5-1
Start switch ..............................................3-7
Steering, checking..................................6-31
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