Warning
Always perform a pre-ride inspection before each ride. Refer to the table on page 4-4 for check items. For further details, refer to the inspec· tion and maintenance section. |
Warning
Follow all instructions in the tires section in this owner's manual. |
Check the condition of the motorcycle to help make sure that you do not have mechanical problems or get stranded somewhere when you ride. Before riding the motorcycle, be sure to check the following items. Be sure your motorcycle is in good condition for the personal safety of the rider, passenger and protection of the motorcycle.
Warning
Shut the engine off when performing maintenance checks, except when checking the engine stop switch and throttle. |
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What to check |
Check for: |
| Steering |
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| Throttle |
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| Clutch |
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| Brakes |
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| Suspension | Smooth movement |
| Fuel | Enough fuel for the planned distance of operation |
| Drive chain |
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| Tires |
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| Engine oil | Correct level |
| Cooling system |
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| Lighting | Operation of all lights and indicators |
| Horn | Correct function |
| Engine stop switch | Correct function |
| Side stand/ ignition interlock switch | Proper operation |
Break-in
Riding tipsHeadlight
To replace the headlight bulbs,
perform the following steps:
Upper light bulb
Remove the bolt 1 to lift the
instrument panel 2.
Turn the cap 3 counterclockwise
and remove it.
Unhook the bulb holder spring
4 and pull out the socket 5.
Pull off the bulb from ...
Damping force adjustment
The rebound and compression
damping force can be individually
adjusted by turning the respective
adjusters. The rebound damping
force adjuster 1 is located at the
bottom of the rear suspension.
The compression damping force
adjuster 2 is located at the left
side of the motorcycle.
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Tampering with noise control system prohibited
Federal law prohibits the following
acts or the causing there of;
The removal or rendering inoperative
by any person other
than for purposes of maintenance,
repair, or replacement,
of any device or element of
·design incorporated into any
new vehicle for the purpose of
noise ...