Precautions for maintenance
The “periodic maintenance schedule chart” lists the recommended intervals for all the required periodic service work necessary to keep the motorcycle operating at peak performance and economy. Maintenance intervals are expressed in terms of kilometers, miles and months for your convenience.
| Note more frequent servicing may be required on motorcycles that are used under severe conditions. |
General description
Recommended fluids and lubricants
Refer to “fuel and oil recommendation” in section 0a and “engine coolant recommendation” in section 0a .
Riding on hills
When climbing steep hills, the
motorcycle may begin to slow
down and show lack of power.
At this point you should shift to
a lower gear so that the engine
will again be operating in its
normal power range. Shift rapidly
to prevent the motorcycle
from losing momentum.
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Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material
Note
required service material is also described in the following.
“Rear brake components”
Special tool
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Corrosion prevention
It is important to take good care of
your motorcycle to protect it from
corrosion and keep it looking new
for years to come.
Important information about
corrosion
Common causes of corrosion
Accumulation of road salt, dirt,
moisture, or chemicals in hardto-
reach areas.
Chipping ...