MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-2
7
Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abrasive
cleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust re-
movers or inhibitors, brake flu-
id, antifreeze or electrolyte.
Do not use high-pressure wash-
ers or steam-jet cleaners since
they cause water seepage and
deterioration in the following ar-
eas: seals (of wheel and swing-
arm bearings, fork and brakes),
electric components (couplers,
connectors, instruments,
switches and lights), breather
hoses and vents.
For motorcycles equipped with
a windshield: Do not use strong
cleaners or hard sponges as
they will cause dulling or
scratching. Some cleaning
compounds for plastic may
leave scratches on the wind-
shield. Test the product on a
small hidden part of the wind-
shield to make sure that it does
not leave any marks. If the wind-
shield is scratched, use a quali-
ty plastic polishing compound
after washing.
_After normal useRemove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottlebrush
for hard-to-reach areas. Stubborn dirt
and insects will come off more easily if
the area is covered with a wet cloth for
a few minutes before cleaning.After riding in the rain, near the sea or
on salt-sprayed roadsSince sea salt or salt sprayed on roads
during winter are extremely corrosive in
combination with water, carry out the
following steps after each ride in the
rain, near the sea or on salt-sprayed
roads.NOTE:_ Salt sprayed on roads in the winter may
remain well into spring. _1. Clean the motorcycle with cold
water and a mild detergent, after
the engine has cooled down.
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CAUTION:_ Do not use warm water since it in-
creases the corrosive action of the
salt. _2. After drying the motorcycle, apply
a corrosion protection spray on all
metal, including chrome- and nick-
el-plated, surfaces to prevent cor-
rosion.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-4
8
Battery
Model GT14B-4
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 12 Ah
Headlight typeHalogen bulb
Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55 W × 1
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W × 2
Auxiliary light 12 V, 4 W × 1
Turn signal light 12 V, 21 W × 4
Meter lighting 12 V, 1.7 W × 4
Neutral indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
High beam indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W × 1
Oil level warning light 12 V, 1.7 W × 1
Turn signal indicator light 12 V, 1.7 W × 2
Fuses
Main fuse 40 A
Headlight fuse 15 A
Signaling system fuse 15 A
Ignition fuse 15 A
Turn signal light fuse 15 A
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INDEXAAir filter element, cleaning ...................... 6-11
Anti-theft alarm ........................................3-4BBattery ................................................... 6-28
Brake and clutch fluid levels, checking ... 6-20
Brake and clutch fluids, changing........... 6-21
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-25
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-25
Brake lever...............................................3-7
Brake light switch (rear), adjusting ......... 6-19
Brake pads, checking............................. 6-19
Brake pedal..............................................3-7
Brake pedal position, adjusting .............. 6-18CCables, checking and lubricating............ 6-24
Carburetors, adjusting............................ 6-12
Care.........................................................7-1
Centerstand and sidestand,
checking and lubricating ...................... 6-25
Clutch lever ..............................................3-5
Clutch lever free play ............................. 6-17
Conversion table ......................................8-5DDimmer switch .........................................3-4
Drive chain, lubricating ........................... 6-23
Drive chain slack .................................... 6-22
Adjusting .......................................... 6-23
Checking .......................................... 6-22
EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-4
Engine idling speed ............................... 6-13
Engine oil and oil filter element ................ 6-7
Engine stop switch................................... 3-5FFront fork, adjusting ............................... 3-13
Front fork, checking ............................... 6-26
Fuel ......................................................... 3-9
Fuel cock ............................................... 3-10
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ......... 5-4
Fuel gauge .............................................. 3-3
Fuel tank breather hose ......................... 3-10
Fuel tank cap ........................................... 3-8
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-29HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-4
Hazard switch .......................................... 3-4
Headlight bulb, replacing ....................... 6-30
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-12
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-4IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system.................. 3-17
Indicator and warning lights ..................... 3-2KKey identification number ........................ 9-1
LLight switch ..............................................3-5
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-16MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-2OOil level warning light ...............................3-2PPanel, removing and installing..................6-5
Parking.....................................................5-5
Part locations ...........................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-4
Periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart .....................................6-2
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1SSafety information ....................................1-1
Seat .......................................................3-11
Shifting .....................................................5-3
Shift pedal ................................................3-6
Shift points (for Switzerland only) .............5-3
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting ...3-15
Sidestand ...............................................3-17
Spark plugs, checking ..............................6-6
Specifications ...........................................8-1
Speedometer unit.....................................3-3
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INDEX
Starter (choke) lever .............................. 3-11
Starting a cold engine .............................. 5-1
Starting a warm engine ............................ 5-2
Start switch .............................................. 3-5
Steering, checking ................................. 6-27
Storage.................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment ............................ 3-13TTachometer ............................................. 3-3
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ............... 6-31
Throttle cable free play, adjusting .......... 6-13
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating............................................ 6-24
Tires ...................................................... 6-14
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting..................................... 6-36
Troubleshooting chart ............................ 6-37
Turn signal indicator lights ....................... 3-2
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............. 6-31
Turn signal switch .................................... 3-4VValve clearance, adjusting ..................... 6-14
Vehicle identification number ................... 9-1WWheel bearings, checking...................... 6-27
Wheel (front).......................................... 6-32
Installing........................................... 6-33
Removing......................................... 6-32
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-34
Installing........................................... 6-35
Removing......................................... 6-34
Wheels .................................................. 6-17
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