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D-mo de ( drive mo de)D-mode is an electronically controlled
engine performance system.
WARNING
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Do not chan ge the d rive mo de while
the vehicle is movin g.With the throttle grip closed, push the
drive mode switch “MODE” to change
the drive mode. MODE 3
This mode offers response that is
somewhat less sharp compared to
MODE 2 for riding situations that re-
quire especially sensitive throttle oper-
ation.
MODE 2
This mode is suitable for various riding
conditions.
This mode allows the rider to enjoy
smooth and sporty drivability from the
low-speed range to the high-speed
range.
MODE 1
This mode offers a sportier engine re-
sponse in the low- to mid-speed range
compared to MODE 2.
TIPThe current drive mode is saved when
the vehicle is turned off.
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Clutch leverThe clutch lever is located on the left
side of the handlebar. To disengage
the clutch, pull the lever toward the
handlebar grip. To engage the clutch,
release the lever. The lever should be
pulled rapidly and released slowly for
smooth clutch operation.
The clutch lever is equipped with a
clutch switch, which is part of the igni-
tion circuit cut-off system. (See page
3-35.)
1. Drive mode display
2. Drive mode switch “MODE”
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1. Clutch lever
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Brake leverThe brake lever is located on the right
side of the handlebar. To apply the
front brake, pull the lever toward the
throttle grip.
The brake lever is equipped with a
brake lever position adjusting dial. To
adjust the distance between the brake
lever and the throttle grip, slightly pull
the brake lever away from the throttle
grip and rotate the adjusting dial. Make
sure the setting number on the adjust-
ing dial aligns with the match mark on
the brake lever.
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Brake ped alThe brake pedal is located on the right
side of the motorcycle. To apply the
rear brake, press down on the brake
pedal.
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ABSThe anti-lock brake system (ABS) acts
on the front and rear brakes indepen-
dently.
WARNING
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Always keep a sufficient d istance
from the vehicle ahea d to match the
ri din g spee d even with ABS.
The ABS performs best with
lon g b rakin g d istances.
On certain surfaces, such as
rou gh or g ravel roa ds, the b rak-
in g d istance may be lon ger with
the ABS than without.How to operate the brakes
Operate the brake lever and brake
pedal the same as you would conven-
tional brakes. If wheel slip is detected
while braking, ABS will activate and a
pulsating sensation may be felt at the
brake lever or brake pedal. Continue to
apply the brakes and let the ABS work.
Do not pump the brakes as this will re-
duce braking effectiveness.
1. Brake lever
2. Distance
3. Brake lever position adjusting dial
4. Match mark3
4
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1. Brake pedal
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