water, diluted mild detergent
with water may be used. Be
sure to rinse off any detergent
residue using plenty of water,
as it is harmful to plastic parts.
●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
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.
After normal use
Remove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottle-
brush for hard-to-reach areas. Stub-
born 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 roads
Since sea salt or salt sprayed on
roads during winter are extremely
corrosive in combination with water,
carry out the following steps aftereach ride in the rain, near the sea or
on salt-sprayed roads.
TIP
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.
NOTICE: Do not use warm
water since it increases the
corrosive action of the salt.
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2. Apply a corrosion protection
spray on all metal, including
chrome- and nickel-plated, surfa-
ces to prevent corrosion.
After cleaning
1. Dry the motorcycle with a cha-
mois or an absorbing cloth.
2. Immediately dry the drive chain
and lubricate it to prevent it from
rusting.
3. Use a chrome polish to shine
chrome, aluminum and stainless-
steel parts, including the exhaust
system. (Even the thermally indu-
ced discoloring of stainless-steel
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Chassis:Frame type:
Double cradle
Caster angle:
25.00 º
Trail:
90.0 mm (3.54 in)
Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
100/80 17 (52H)
Manufacturer/model:
Pirelli / Sport Demon
Manufacturer/model:
Continental/Conti-Twist SM
Rear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size:
130/70 17 (62H)
Manufacturer/model:
Pirelli / Sport Demon
Manufacturer/model:
Continental/Conti-Twist SM
Loading:Maximum load:
196 kg (432 lb)
Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):
Loading condition:
0–90 kg (0–198 lb)
Front:
180 kPa (1.80 kgf/cm
2, 26 psi, 1.80 bar)Rear:
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm
2, 29 psi, 2.00 bar)
Loading condition:
90–196 kg (198–432 lb)
Front:
190 kPa (1.90 kgf/cm
2, 28 psi, 1.90 bar)
Rear:
230 kPa (2.30 kgf/cm
2, 33 psi, 2.30 bar)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17 x MT2.75
Rear wheel:Wheel type:
Cast wheel
Rim size:
17 x MT3.50
Front brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Recommended fluid:
DOT 4
Front suspension:Type:
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
108.0 mm (4.25 in)
Rear suspension:Type:
Unit swing
Spring/shock absorber type:
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
89.2 mm (3.51 in)
Electrical system:Ignition system:
DC. CDI
Charging system:
AC magneto
Battery:Model:
GT4L-BS
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 3.0 Ah
Headlight:Bulb type:
Incandescence
Bulb voltage, wattage x quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 25 W/25 W x 2
Tail/brake light:
12 V, 5.0 W/21.0 W x 1
Front turn signal light:
12 V, 16.0 W x 2
SPECIFICATIONS
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AAir filter element .......................................6-15
Anti-theft device housing .........................3-12
Autolube pump, adjusting........................6-27
BBattery......................................................6-30
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-27
Brake and shift pedals, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-27
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-22
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-23
Brake lever .................................................3-6
Brake pedal ................................................3-6
Brake pedal free play, adjusting ..............6-20
CCables, checking and lubricating ............6-26
Carburetor, adjusting ...............................6-16
Care............................................................7-1
Catalytic converter .....................................3-9
Clutch lever ................................................3-5
Clutch lever free play, adjusting...............6-19
Coolant.....................................................6-13
Coolant temperature warning light ............3-3
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing ...................................................6-8
DDimmer switch ...........................................3-4
Drive chain slack ......................................6-24
Drive chain, cleaning and lubricating.......6-25
EEngine break-in ..........................................5-3
Engine idling speed .................................6-16
Engine oil ...................................................3-9Engine stop switch ....................................3-5
Engine trouble warning light ......................3-3
Engine, starting a warm .............................5-2
FFront and rear brake pads, checking ......6-21
Front brake lever free play, checking.......6-20
Front fork, checking .................................6-28
Fuel ............................................................3-7
Fuel cock..................................................3-10
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ..........5-3
Fuel tank breather/overflow hose ..............3-8
Fuel tank cap .............................................3-6
Fuse, replacing.........................................6-31
HHandlebar switches ...................................3-4
Headlight bulb, replacing .........................6-32
Horn switch ................................................3-4
IIdentification numbers ...............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-13
Indicator and warning lights ......................3-2
KKey identification number ..........................9-1
LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ...........6-35
MMain switch/steering lock ..........................3-1
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ......6-4
Maintenance, emission control system .....6-3
Matte color, caution ...................................7-1
Model label ................................................9-2
NNeutral indicator light.................................3-2
OOil level warning light .................................3-2
PParking .......................................................5-4
Part locations .............................................2-1
Pass switch ................................................3-4
Pre-operation check list .............................4-2
RRear brake light switch, adjusting ...........6-21
Rear view mirrors .....................................3-12
SSafety information ......................................1-1
Seat ..........................................................3-11
Shift pedal ..................................................3-5
Shift pedal position, adjusting .................6-21
Shifting .......................................................5-2
Sidestand .................................................3-13
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .......6-28
Spark plug, checking ...............................6-10
Specifications.............................................8-1
Speedometer unit ......................................3-3
Start switch ................................................3-5
Starter (choke) lever .................................3-11
Starting a cold engine ................................5-1
Steering, checking ...................................6-29
Storage.......................................................7-3
TTachometer ................................................3-4
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing .................6-33
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ............6-17
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-26
Tires .........................................................6-17
Tool kit ........................................................6-1
INDEX
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