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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-3
3
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Speedometer unit The speedometer unit is equipped with
a speedometer and an odometer. The
speedometer shows riding speed. The
odometer shows the total distance trav-
eled.
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Fuel gauge The fuel gauge indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank. The needle moves
towards “E ” (Empty) as the fuel level
decreases. When the needle reaches
the red zone, approximately 1.0 L (0.26
US gal) (0.22 Imp.gal) remain in the
fuel tank. If this occurs, refuel as soon
as possible.NOTE:
Do not allow the fuel tank to empty
itself completely.
The main switch must be turned to
“ ON ” for the fu el gauge to display an accurate fuel level reading.
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Handlebar switches Left
Right
1. Speedometer
2. Odometer
1. Fuel gauge
2. Red zone
1. Dimmer switch “/”
2. Turn signal switch “/”
3. Horn switch “”
2. Start switch “”
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1. Light switch " / "
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
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Dimmer switch “ / ”
Set this switch to “” for the high
beam and to “” for the low beam.
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Turn signal switch “ / ”
To signal a right-hand turn, push this switch to “” . To signal a le ft-hand
turn, push this swit ch to “”. When re-
leased, the swit ch returns to the center
position. To ca ncel the turn signal
lights, push the swit ch in after it has re-
tu rn ed to the center position.
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Horn switch “”
Press this switch to sound the horn.
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Start switch “” .
Push th is switch to crank the engine
with the starter.CAUTION:
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See page 5-1 for star ting instruc-tions prior to starting the en gine.
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Shift pedal The shift pedal is located on the left
side of the engine. This motorcycle is
equipped with a constant-mesh 4
speed transmission.NOTE:Use your toes to shift up and your heelto shift down.
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Brake lever The brake lever is located at the right
handlebar grip. To apply the front
brake, pu ll the lever to wa rd the handle-
bar grip.
1. Shift pedal
1. Brake lever
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Light switch " / "Set the switch to " " to turn on the
position light, meter lighting, taillight
an headlight also. Set the switch to " "
to turn off all the light
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-5
3
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Brake pedal The brake pedal is on the right side of
the motorcycle. To apply the rear
brake, press down on the brake pedal.
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Fuel tank cap To remove the fuel tank cap
1. Open the seat. (See page 3-7.)
2. Turn the fuel tank cap counter-
clockwise and pull it off.
To install the fuel tank cap
1. Insert the fuel tank cap into the
tank opening and turn it clockwise
until the “” marks on the cap and
tank are aligned.
2. Close the seat.
WARNING
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Make sure that the fuel tank cap isproperly closed before riding.
1. Brake pedal
1. Fuel tank cap
2.“” mark
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3
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Fuel Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in
the tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom
of the filler tube as shown.
WARNING
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Do not overfill the fuel tank, oth-
erwise it may overflow when the
fuel warms up and expands.
Avoid spilling fuel on the hot en-gine.
CAUTION:
ECA10070
Immediately wipe off spilled fuel
with a clean, dry, soft cloth, since
fuel may deteriorate painted surfac-es or plastic parts.
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CAUTION:
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Use only unleaded gasoline. The use
of leaded gasoline will cause severe
damage to internal engine parts,
such as the valves and piston rings,as well as to the exhaust system.
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Catalytic converter This model is equipped with a catalytic
converter in the exhaust system.
WARNING
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The exhaust system is hot after op-
eration. Make sure that the exhaust
system has cooled down before do-ing any maintenance work.CAUTION:
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The following precautions must be
observed to prevent a fire hazard or
other damages.
Use only unleaded gasoline.
The use of leaded gasoline will
cause unrepairable damage to
the catalytic converter.
Never park the vehicle near pos-
sible fire hazards such as grass
or other materials that easily
burn.
Do not allow the engine to idletoo long.
1. Fuel tank filler tube
2. Fuel level
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
4.0 L (1.06 US gal) (0.88 Imp.gal)
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-7
3
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Starter (choke) lever “” Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction (a) to turn on
the starter (choke).
Move the lever in direction (b) to turn off
the starter (choke).
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Kickstarter If the engine fails to start by pushing the
start switch, try to start it by using the
kickstarter. To start the engine, fold out
the kickstarter lever, move it down light-
ly with your foot until the gears engage,
and then push it down smoothly but
forcefully.
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Seat To open the seat
1. Insert the key in the lock, and then
turn it as shown.
2. Fold the seat up.
To close the seat
1. Fold the seat down, and then push
it down to lock it in place.
2. Remove the key.NOTE:Make sure that the seat is properly se-cured before riding.
1. Starter (choke) lever “”
1. Kickstarter
1. Seat lock
2. Seat
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3
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Helmet holders The helmet holders are located under
the seat.
To secure a helmet to a helmet hold-
er
1. Open the seat. (See page 3-7.)
2. Attach a helmet to a helmet holder,
and then securely close the seat.
WARNING
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Never ride with a helmet attached to
the helmet holder, since the helmet
may hit objects, causing loss of con-trol and possibly an accident.To release a helmet from a helmet
holder
Open the seat, remove the helmet from
the helmet holder, and then close the
seat.
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Storage compartment The storage compartment is located
under the seat. (See page 3-7.)
When storing the owner’s manual or
other documents in the storage com-
partment, be sure to wrap them in a
plastic bag so that they will not get wet.
When washing the vehicle, be careful
not to let any water enter the storage
compartment.
1. Helmet holder
1. Storage compartment
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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3
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Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left side
of the frame. Raise the sidestand or
lower it with your foot while holding the
vehicle upright.
WARNING
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The vehicle must not be ridden with
the sidestand down, or if the side-
stand cannot be properly moved up
(or does not stay up), otherwise the
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resultingin a possible loss of control.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-1
4
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The condition of a vehicle is the owner’s responsibility. Vital components can start to deteriorate quickly and unexpectedly,
even if the vehicle remains unused (for example, as a result of exposure to the elements). Any damage, fluid leakage or loss
of tire air pressure could have serious consequences. Therefore, it is very important, in addition to a thorough visual inspec-
tion, to check the following points before each ride.NOTE:Pre-operation checks should be made each time the vehicle is used. Such an inspection can be accomplished in a very shorttime; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved.
WARNING
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If any item in the Pre-operation check list is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operatingthe vehicle.U5YPE0E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, February 23, 2005 4:22 PM