TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION ..................1-1
DESCRIPTION ..................................2-1
Left view ..........................................2-1
Right view ........................................2-2
Controls and instruments.................2-3
INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL
FUNCTIONS.......................................3-1
Main switch/steering lock ................3-1
Indicator and warning lights ............3-2
Speedometer unit ...........................3-3
Tachometer ....................................3-3
Self-diagnosis device ......................3-3
Fuel gauge ......................................3-4
Handlebar switches ........................3-4
Clutch lever .....................................3-5
Shift pedal .......................................3-5
Brake lever .....................................3-5
Brake pedal ....................................3-6
Fuel tank cap ..................................3-6
Fuel .................................................3-7
Catalytic converters ........................3-8
Kickstarter .......................................3-9
Adjusting the shock absorber
assemblies ..................................3-9
Carrier ...........................................3-10
Luggage strap holders ..................3-10
Sidestand ......................................3-10
Ignition circuit cut-off system ........3-11FOR YOUR SAFETY –
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS............. 4-1
OPERATION AND IMPORTANT
RIDING POINTS................................. 5-1
Starting the engine ......................... 5-1
Shifting ........................................... 5-2
Tips for reducing fuel
consumption ............................... 5-2
Engine break-in .............................. 5-3
Parking ........................................... 5-3
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT................................... 6-1
Owner’s tool kit ............................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ............. 6-2
General maintenance and
lubrication chart .......................... 6-3
Removing and installing panels ..... 6-6
Checking the spark plug ................. 6-7
Engine oil ....................................... 6-9
Cleaning the air filter element ...... 6-10
Checking the engine idling
speed ........................................ 6-12
Adjusting the throttle cable
free play .................................... 6-12
Valve clearance ............................ 6-13
Tires ............................................. 6-13
Cast wheels .................................. 6-15Adjusting the clutch lever
free play .................................... 6-15
Checking the front brake lever
free play .................................... 6-16
Adjusting the brake pedal
free play .................................... 6-17
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ....................................... 6-17
Checking the front brake pads and
rear brake shoes ...................... 6-18
Checking the front brake fluid
level .......................................... 6-18
Changing the brake fluid .............. 6-19
Drive chain slack .......................... 6-20
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain ................................ 6-21
Checking and lubricating the
cables ....................................... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable ............... 6-22
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals .............. 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
brake and clutch levers ............ 6-23
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand ....... 6-24
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots ........................................ 6-25
Checking the front fork ................. 6-25
Checking the steering .................. 6-26
Checking the wheel bearings ....... 6-26U3D9E2E0.book Page 1 Thursday, November 6, 2008 10:54 AM
