
ODOMETER READING (x 1000 Km)
ANNUAL
NO ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
1 6 12 18 24CHECK
21Transmission oil• Check oil level.√√ √ √√ √
• Change.√√
22 *Front and rear brake
switches• Check operation.√√ √ √√ √
23Moving parts and cables• Lubricate.√√√√ √
Throttle grip housing• Check operation and free play.
24 * • Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary.√√√√ √
and cable
• Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable.
25 *Lights, signals and • Check operation.
switches• Adjust headlight beam.√√ √ √√ √
6
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-4
EAUM1890
NOTE:
Replace the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
Hydraulic brake service
• Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
• Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinder, and change the brake fluid.
• Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
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EAU26001
Care
While the open design of a motorcy-
cle reveals the attractiveness of the
technology, it also makes it more vul-
nerable. Rust and corrosion can
develop even if high-quality compo-
nents are used. A rusty exhaust pipe
may go unnoticed on a car, however,
it detracts from the overall appearan-
ce of a motorcycle. Frequent and pro-
per care does not only comply with
the terms of the warranty, but it will
also keep your motorcycle looking
good, extend its life and optimize its
performance.
Before cleaning
1. Cover the muffler outlet with a
plastic bag after the engine has
cooled down.
2. Make sure that all caps and
covers as well as all electrical
couplers and connectors, inclu-
ding the spark plug cap, are
tightly installed.
3. Remove extremely stubborn dirt,
like oil burnt onto the crankcase,
with a degreasing agent and a
brush, but never apply such pro-ducts onto seals, gaskets, sproc-
kets, the drive chain and wheel
axles. Always rinse the dirt and
degreaser off with water.
Cleaning
ECA10770
CAUTION:
Avoid using strong acidic whe-
el cleaners, especially on spo-
ked wheels. If such products
are used on hard-to-remove
dirt, do not leave the cleaner on
the affected area any longer
than instructed. Also, tho-
roughly rinse the area off with
water, immediately dry it, and
then apply a corrosion protec-
tion spray.
Improper cleaning can damage
windshields, cowlings, panels
and other plastic parts. Use
only a soft, clean cloth or spon-
ge with mild detergent and
water to clean plastic.
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 abrasivecleaning products, solvent or
thinner, fuel (gasoline), rust
removers or inhibitors, brake
fluid, antifreeze or electrolyte.
Do not use high-pressure was-
hers or steam-jet cleaners sin-
ce they cause water seepage
and deterioration in the follo-
wing areas: seals (of wheel and
swingarm bearings, fork and
brakes), electric components
(couplers, connectors, instru-
ments, 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 scrat-
ching. Some cleaning com-
pounds for plastic may leave
scratches on the windshield.
Test the product on a small hid-
den part of the windshield to
make sure that it does not lea-
ve any marks. If the windshield
is scratched, use a quality
plastic polishing compound
after washing.
7
MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-1
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2-stroke engine oil .....................................3-7
AAir filter element .......................................6-12
Anti-theft device housing ...........................3-9
Autolube pump, adjusting........................6-24
BBattery......................................................6-27
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-24
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-24
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-19
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-20
Brake lever .................................................3-5
Brake pedal ................................................3-5
Brake pedal free play, adjusting ..............6-17
CCables, checking and lubricating ............6-23
Carburetor, adjusting ...............................6-12
Care............................................................7-1
Catalytic converter .....................................3-6
Clutch lever ................................................3-4
Clutch lever free play, adjusting...............6-16
Coolant.......................................................6-9
Coolant temperature warning light ............3-2
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing ...................................................6-5
DDimmer switch ...........................................3-3
Drive chain slack ......................................6-21
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating.......6-22
EEngine break-in ..........................................5-3
Engine idling speed .................................6-13Engine stop switch ....................................3-3
Engine trouble warning light ......................3-2
Engine, starting a warm .............................5-2
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ......6-18
Front brake lever free play, checking.......6-17
Front fork, checking .................................6-25
Fuel ............................................................3-5
Fuel cock....................................................3-8
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ..........5-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ..............3-7
Fuel tank cap .............................................3-6
Fuse, replacing.........................................6-28
HHandlebar switches ...................................3-3
Headlight bulb, replacing .........................6-28
Horn switch ................................................3-3
IIdentification numbers ...............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-10
Indicator and warning lights ......................3-1
KKey identification number ..........................9-1
LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ...........6-29
MMain switch/steering lock ..........................3-1
Model label ................................................9-2
NNeutral indicator light.................................3-1
OOil level warning light .................................3-2
PParking .......................................................5-4
Part locations .............................................2-1
Pass switch ................................................3-3
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart .........................................................6-2
Pre-operation check list .............................4-2
RRear brake light switch, adjusting ...........6-18
Rear view mirrors .......................................3-9
SSafety information ......................................1-1
Seat ............................................................3-9
Shift pedal ..................................................3-4
Shift pedal position, adjusting .................6-18
Shifting .......................................................5-2
Sidestand .................................................3-10
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .......6-25
Spark plug, checking .................................6-7
Specifications.............................................8-1
Speedometer unit ......................................3-2
Start switch ................................................3-4
Starter (choke) lever ...................................3-8
Starting a cold engine ................................5-1
Steering, checking ...................................6-26
Storage.......................................................7-3
TTachometer ................................................3-3
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ............6-12
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-23
Tires .........................................................6-14
Tool kit ........................................................6-1
Transmission oil .........................................6-8
INDEX
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