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ROAD SAFETY TIPS....................................... 1-1
DESCRIPTION................................................ 2-1
Left view ........................................................ 2-1
Right view ...................................................... 2-2
Controls/Instruments................................... 2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS.................................................... 3-1
Main switch cum steering lock ..................... 3-1
Speedometer................................................ 3-2
Fuel gauge .................................................... 3-2
Indicator lights .............................................. 3-2
Handlebar switches ..................................... 3-3
Clutch lever ................................................... 3-3
Shift pedal ..................................................... 3-4
Front brake lever ........................................... 3-4
Rear brake pedal .......................................... 3-4
Fuel tank cap ................................................ 3-5
Fuel............................................................... 3-5
Fuel cock ....................................................... 3-6
Starter Lever .................................................. 3-7
Kick starter .................................................... 3-7
Seat............................................................... 3-8Storage compartment .................................. 3-9
Rear shock absorber adjustment ............... 3-9
Handle Seat, Lifting Handle, stay Lock .......3-10
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ........................... 4-1
Pre-operation check list ............................... 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING
POINTS............................................................ 5-1
Starting and warming up a
cold engine ................................................... 5-1
Starting a warm engine ................................ 5-2
Shifting.......................................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ............. 5-3
Running-in.................................................... 5-3
Parking.......................................................... 5-4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR
REPAIR ............................................................ 6-1
Tool kit ........................................................... 6-1
Preventive maintenance schedule .............. 6-3
Panel removal and installation .................... 6-5
Spark plug inspection .................................. 6-7
Engine OIl ..................................................... 6-8
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DESCRIPTION
2-1
Left view
6. Toolkit (page 6-1)
7. Handle Seat(page 3-10)
8. Drive chain free play check window (page 6-19)
9. Side panel (L.H.) lock (page 6-5)
10. Shift pedal (page 3-4) 1. Fuel cock (page 3-6)
2. Starter Lever (page 3-7)
3. Fuse(page 6-26)
4. Battery(page 6-24)
5. Storage Compartment(page 3-9)
STANDARD VEHICLE
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17. Clutch Lever (page 3-3, 6-16)
18. Left Hand Switch (page 3-3)
19. Speedometer(page 3-2)
20. Main switch Cum Steering Lock (Page 3-1)
21. Fuel Gauge (page 3-2)22. Front Brake Lever (page 3-4, 6-16)
23. Throttle Grip(page6-12)
24. Fuel Tank Cap (page 3-5)
25. Turn Indicator Switch (page 3-2)Controls / InstrumentsDESCRIPTION
STANDARD VEHICLE
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-2
1. Turn indicator light “ ”
2. Neutral ”N”
3. High beam.Indicator light “ ” 1. Speedometer
2. Odometer1. Fuel gauge
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2SpeedometerThe speedometer shows riding
speed.
This speedometer is equipped with
an odometer.
Fuel gaugeThe fuel gauge indicates the quantity
of the remaining petrol in the fuel tank.
The gauge needle moves from “F”
(Full) to"E”(Empty) as the fuel level
decreases.
When the needle comes below “E”
please refill the fuel tank at the
earliest.
Indicator lights1. Turn indicator light " "
2. Neutral indicator light "N"
3. High beam indicator light " "The indicator flashes when the
turn switch is moved to the left or
right. .
This indicator comes on when the
transmission is in neutral.
This indicator comes on when the
headlight high beam is used.
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This tank cap cannot be closed
unless the key is in the lock. The key
cannot be removed if the cap is not
locked properly.
Be sure the cap is properly
installed and locked in place
before riding the Motorcycle.WARNING
1. Filler tube
2. Fuel levelFuelMake sure there is sufficient fuel in the
tank. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of
the filler tube as shown in the
illustration.
Do not overfill the fuel tank. Avoid
spilling fuel on the hot engine. Do
not fill the fuel tank above the
bottom of the filler tube to avoid
Spillage
1. OpenFuel tank capTO OPEN:
Insert the key and turn it 1/4 turn
clockwise. The lock will be released
and the cap can be opened.
TO CLOSE:
Push the tank cap into position with
the key inserted. To remove the key,
turn it counterclockwise to the
original position.
Ensure the arrow on fuel tank is
towards the Front of the bike when
inserting Fuel Tank Cap in Fuel
Tank.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
NOTE :
3-5
WARNING
WARNING
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Always wipe off spilled fuel
immediately with a dry and clean
soft cloth. Fuel may deteriorate
painted surfaces or plastic parts.
Recommended Fuel :
Fuel tank capacity :Regular gasoline (Petrol)
Total :
13.0 L
Reserve :
1.7 L
1. Arrow markFuel cockThe fuel cock supplies fuel from the
tank to the carburetor while filtering it
also.
The fuel cock has three positions,
which should be set as shown in the
illustrations.
OFF: With the fuel cock in this
position, fuel will not flow.
Always set the fuel cock to this
position when the engine is not
running.
1. Arrow markON: With the fuel cock in this
position, fuel flows to the
carburettor. Set the fuel cock to
this position when starting the
engine and while riding.
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
3-6
CAUTION :
IT IS A GOOD PRACTICE TO RETURN THE FUEL COCK LEVER TO
"Off" POSITION WHEN ENGINE IS NOT RUNNING
OFF
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1. Arrow markRES: This indicates reserve. If you
run out of fuel while riding, set
the fuel cock to this position.
Fill the tank at the first
opportunity. Be sure to set the
fuel cock back to "ON" after
refueling
1. Kick starterKick-starterRaise the right Pillion footrest, and
rotate the kick starter away from the
engine. Push the starter down
lightly with your foot Kick until the
gears engage, then kick smoothly and
forcefully to start the engine. This
model has a primary-coupled kick
starter so the engine can be started in
any gear if the clutch is disengaged.
However, shifting to neutral before
starting is recommended.kick
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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NEVER MIX OIL IN PETROL1. Starter leverStarter leverStarting a cold engine requires a
richer air-fuel mixture. A separate
starter circuit supplies this mixture.
Move the Starter Lever in
Direction a to Turn on the Starter
Move the Starter Lever in
Direction b to Turn Off the Starter
RES
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If any item in the Pre-Operation Check is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating
the Motorcycle.WARNINGFuel gauge
Check for proper operation
/Function
3.2
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-2
Fuel Tank Brake and clutch lever pivots
Battery Lights, signals and switches Chassis fasteners Center and sidestand pivot
Make sure that all nuts, bolts, and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary.
Check fuel level.
Fill with fuel if necessary.
Fill with distilled water if necessary. Check fluid level. Check for proper operation.
6-24~ 6-26 3-3, 6-27 ~ 6-283-5 ~ 3-7
Lubricate if necessary. Check for smooth operation.
Lubricate if necessary. Check for smooth operation.
ITEM CHECKS
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IF WAITING AT TRAFFIC SIGNAL IS FOR LONG, SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE
TO PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT AND TO LOWER FUEL CONSUMPTION