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6
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Owner’s tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ......... 6-2
Removing and installing cowlings ........................ 6-5
Checking the spark plugs .................................... 6-7
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge .......................... 6-9
Checking the coolant level ................................. 6-12
Cleaning the air filter element ............................ 6-13
Adjusting the carburetors ................................... 6-16
Adjusting the engine idling speed ...................... 6-16
Adjusting the throttle cable free play .................. 6-17
Adjusting the valve clearance ............................ 6-17
Tires ................................................................... 6-17
Cast wheels ....................................................... 6-21
Adjusting the rear brake light switch .................. 6-21
Checking the front and rear brake pads ............. 6-21
Checking the brake fluid level ............................ 6-22
Changing the brake fluid .................................... 6-24
Drive chain slack ................................................ 6-25
Lubricating the drive chain ................................. 6-26
Checking and lubricating the cables .................. 6-27Checking and lubricating the brake and
shift pedals ...................................................... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers .................................................... 6-27
Checking and lubricating the sidestand ............ 6-28
Lubricating the rear suspension ........................ 6-28
Checking the front fork ...................................... 6-29
Checking the steering ....................................... 6-29
Checking the wheel bearings ............................ 6-30
Battery ............................................................... 6-31
Replacing the fuses .......................................... 6-32
Replacing a headlight bulb ................................ 6-33
Replacing the tail/brake light bulb ..................... 6-34
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ...................... 6-35
Supporting the motorcycle ................................ 6-35
Front wheel ....................................................... 6-36
Rear wheel ........................................................ 6-38
Troubleshooting ................................................. 6-40
Troubleshooting charts ...................................... 6-41
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-35
6
EAU03497
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb 1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counter-
clockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screw.
ECA00065
CAUTION:_ Do not overtighten the screw, other-
wise the lens may break. _
EAU01579
Supporting the motorcycle Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other mainte-
nance requiring the motorcycle to
stand upright. Check that the motor-
cycle is in a stable and level position
before starting any maintenance. A
strong wooden box can be placed un-
der the engine for added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle
by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the
ground by using a motorcycle
stand.To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing
a jack either under each side of the
frame in front of the rear wheel or under
each side of the swingarm.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-4
8
Electrical systems
Ignition system T.C.I. (digital)
Charging system
Type A.C. generator
Standard output 12 V, 28 A @ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Model YTX14-BS
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 12 Ah
Headlight typeQuar tz bulb (halogen)
Bulb voltage, wattage ´ quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55 W ´ 1 (except for GB)
12 V, 35/35 W ´ 2 (for GB)
Auxiliary light 12 V, 5 W ´ 1
Tail/brake light 12 V, 5/21 W ´ 2
Turn signal light 12 V, 21 W ´ 4
Meter lighting 12 V, 1.7 W ´ 4
Neutral indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1
High beam indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1
Oil level warning light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1
Turn signal indicator light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1
Fuel level warning light 12 V, 3.4 W ´ 1Fuses
Main fuse 30 A
Ignition fuse 15 A
Signaling system fuse 15 A
Headlight fuse 20 A
Radiator fan fuse 7.5 A
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INDEX
Starting the engine .................................. 5-1
Start switch .............................................. 3-6
Steering, checking ................................. 6-29
Storage.................................................... 7-4
Storage compartment ............................ 3-13
Supporting the motorcycle ..................... 6-35
Suspension (rear), lubricating ................ 6-28TTachometer ............................................. 3-4
Tail/brake light bulb, replacing ............... 6-34
Throttle cable free play, adjusting .......... 6-17
Tires ...................................................... 6-17
Tool kit..................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting..................................... 6-40
Troubleshooting charts .......................... 6-41
Turn signal indicator light ......................... 3-3
Turn signal light bulb, replacing ............. 6-35
Turn signal switch .................................... 3-6VValve clearance, adjusting ..................... 6-17
Vehicle identification number ................... 9-1WWheel bearings, checking...................... 6-30
Wheel (front).......................................... 6-36
Installing........................................... 6-37
Removing......................................... 6-36
Wheel (rear) .......................................... 6-38
Installing........................................... 6-39
Removing......................................... 6-38
Wheels .................................................. 6-21
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