Engine power characteristics can be changed in 3 modes by operating the drive mode selector to meet various riding conditions and rider’s preference.
Operation
Drive mode is preset at a-mode when the ignition switch and engine stop switch are turned on. Follow the procedure below to operate drive mode selector.
Pushing the up switch can
change from a to c
to b to a. Pushing the down
switch can change
from a to b to c to a. The drive mode indicator
indicates actual drive mode.
Note
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Drive mode
A-mode
A-mode provides sharp throttle response at all throttle opening range to obtain maximum engine power.
B-mode
B-mode provides softer throttle response than a-mode up to middle throttle opening range.
C-mode
C-mode provides soft throttle response at all throttle opening range by reducing engine power.
Rear brake hose removal and installation
Removal
Drain brake fluid. Refer to “brake fluid replacement” .
Remove the rear brake hoses as shown in the rear brake hose routing
diagram. Refer to “rear brake hose routing diagram” .
Installation
Caution
the seal washers should be replaced with
new ones to prevent ...
Rear suspension inspection
Inspect rear suspension
every 12 000 km (7 500 miles, 24 months)
Inspect the rear shock absorber for oil leakage and
check that there is no play in the swingarm.
Replace any defective parts, if necessary. Refer to “rear shock absorber removal
and installation” in section 2c , “cushion lever ...
Crankshaft thrust clearance inspection and
selection
Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” (page 1d-
49).
Refer to “engine bottom side assembly” .
Inspection
With the crankshaft’s right-side and left-side thrust
bearings inserted into the upper crankcase.
Measure the thrust clearance “a” between the leftside
thrust bearing and ...