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OPERATION

PRE-RIDE INSPECTION

For your safety, it is very important to take a few moments before each ride to walk around your motorcycle and check its condition. If you detect any problem, be sure you take care of it, or have it corrected by your Honda dealer.

Improperly maintaining this motorcycle or failing to correct a problem before riding can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.

Always perform a pre-ride inspection before every ride and correct any problems.

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Engine oil level add engine oil if required (page 27 ). Check for leaks.

Fuel level fill fuel tank when necessary

(page 24 ). Check for leaks.

Front and rear brakes check operation; make sure there is no brake fluid leakage.

Adjust free play if necessary (pages

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Throttle check for smooth opening and full closing in all steering positions.

Lights and horn check that headlight, tail/brake light, turn signals, indicators and horn function properly.

Engine stop switch check for proper function (page 34 ).

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STARTING THE ENGINE Preparation

Always follow the proper starting procedure described below.

Before starting, insert the key, turn the ignition switch ON and confirm the following:

The transmission is in NEUTRAL Your motorcycle’s exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas. High levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly in enclosed areas such as a garage.

Do not run the engine with the garage door closed. Even with the door open, run the engine only long enough to move your motorcycle out of the garage.

(neutral indicator light ON).

The engine stop switch is at RUN.

The fuel valve is ON.

Do not use the electric starter for more than

5 seconds at a time. Release the starter button for approximately 10 seconds before pressing it again.

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Starting Procedure

To restart a warm engine, follow the procedure for ‘‘High Air Temperature’’.

Normal Air Temperature

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Pull the choke lever ( ) up all the way to

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( A )

(1) Choke lever

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( B )

(A) Fully ON

(B) Fully OFF

(Use the starter button)

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With the throttle slightly open, press the starter button.

(Use the kickstarter pedal)

Lightly depress the kickstarter until resistance is felt. Then let kickstarter return to the top of its stroke.

With the throttle slightly open, operate the kickstarter. Kick from the top of the stroke through to the bottom with a rapid, continuous motion.

Allowing the kickstarter to snap back freely against the pedal stop can damage the engine case.

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Warm up the engine by opening and closing the throttle slightly.

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About a half minute after the engine

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If idling is unstable, open the throttle slightly.

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High Air Temperature

35°C (95°F) or above

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Do not use the choke.

(Use the starter button)

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With the throttle slightly open, press the starter button.

(Use the kickstarter pedal)

Lightly depress the kickstarter until resistance is felt. Then let kickstarter return to the top of its stroke.

With the throttle slightly open, operate the kickstarter. Kick from the top of the stroke through to the bottom with a rapid, continuous motion.

Allowing the kickstarter to snap back freely against the pedal stop can damage the engine case.

Low Air Temperature

10°C (50°F) or below

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Follow steps 1 2 under ‘‘Normal Air

Temperature’’.

Warm up the engine by opening and closing the throttle slightly.

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Continue warming up the engine until it runs smoothly and responds to the throttle when the choke lever ( ) is at

B

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Flooded Engine RUNNING-IN

(Use the starter button)

If the engine fails to start after repeated attempts, it may be flooded with excess fuel.

To clear a flooded engine, turn the ignition switch to ON, and move the choke lever to

B Fully OFF ( ). Open the throttle fully and crank the engine for 5 seconds. If the engine starts, quickly close the throttle, then open it slightly if idling is unstable. If the engine does not start, wait 10 seconds, then follow the Starting Procedure.

Help assure your motorcycle’s future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to how you ride during the first

500 km (300 miles).

During this period, avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration.

(Use the kickstarter pedal)

If the engine fails to start after several repeated attempts, it may have become flooded with excess fuel. To clear the engine, turn off the ignition switch and

B move the choke lever to Fully OFF ( ).

Open the throttle fully and crank the engine several times with the kickstarter. Turn the ignition switch to ON and open the throttle slightly; start the engine using the kickstarter.

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RIDING

Review Motorcycle Safety (pages before you ride.

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Make sure the side stand is fully retracted before riding the motorcycle. If the stand is extended, it may interfere with control during a left turn.

Make sure you understand the function of the side stand mechanism. (See MAIN-

TENANCE SCHEDULE on page explanation for SIDE STAND on page

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After the engine has been warmed up, the motorcycle is ready for riding.

While the engine is idling, pull in the clutch lever and depress the gearshift pedal to shift into 1st (low) gear.

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Slowly release the clutch lever and at the same time gradually increase engine speed by opening the throt tle.

Coordination of the throttle and clutch lever will assure a smooth positive start.

When the motorcycle attains a moderate speed, close the throttle, pull in the clutch lever and shift to 2nd gear by raising the gearshift pedal.

This sequence is repeated to progressively shift to 3rd, 4th and 5th (top) gears.

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Raise the pedal to shift to a higher gear and depress the pedal to shift to a lower gear. Each stroke of the pedal engages the next gear in sequence. The pedal automatically returns to the horizontal position when released.

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Do not downshift when traveling at a speed that would force the engine to overrev in the next lower gear; the rear wheel may lose traction, resulting in a possible loss of vehicle control.

Do not shift gears without disengaging the clutch and closing the throttle. The engine and drive train could be damaged by overspeed and shock.

Do not tow the motorcycle or coast for long distances while the engine is off.

The transmission will not be properly lubricated and damage may result.

Do not run the engine at high rpm with the transmission in neutral or the clutch lever pulled in. Serious engine damage may result.

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SHIFTING

Proper shifting can prevent damaging the engine and transmission.

Upshifting

The upper limit speed of each gear is shown in gear range (page

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Upshift to a higher gear before exceeding the upper limit speed.

Upshifting at speeds higher than the upper limit speed can cause damage to the engine.

Downshifting

Downshifting at speeds higher than those in the table below may overrev the engine and can cause damage to the engine and transmission.

Follow the table below when downshifting the gears.

5th

4th

3rd

2nd

Downshifting Acceptable Speed

→

4th

85km/h(53mph) or less

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2nd

1st

65km/h(40mph) or less

50km/h(31mph) or less

30km/h(19mph) or less

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BRAKING

For normal braking, gradually apply both the f r ont and r ea r brakes while downshifting to suit your road speed.

For maximum deceleration, close the throttle and apply the front and rear brakes firmly. Pull in the clutch lever before coming to a complete stop to prevent stalling the engine.

Important Safety Reminders:

Independent operation of only the brake lever or brake pedal reduces stopping performance.

Extreme application of the brake controls may cause wheel lock, reducing control of the motorcycle.

When possible, reduce speed or brake before entering a turn; closing the throttle or braking in mid-turn may cause wheel slip. Wheel slip will reduce control of the motorcycle.

When riding in wet or rainy conditions, or on loose surfaces, the ability to maneuver and stop will be reduced. All of your actions should be smooth under these conditions. Rapid acceleration, braking or turning may cause loss of control. For your safety, exercise extreme caution when braking, accelerating or turning.

When descending a long, steep grade, use engine compression braking by downshifting, with intermittent use of both brakes.

Continuous brake application can overheat the brakes and reduce their effectiveness.

Riding with your foot resting on the brake pedal or your hand on the brake lever may actuate the brakelight, giving a false indication to other drivers. It may also overheat the brakes, reducing effectiveness.

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PARKING

1. After stopping the motorcycle, shift the transmission into neutral, turn the fuel valve OFF, turn the handlebar fully to the left, turn the ignition switch OFF and remove the key.

2. Use the left side stand to support the motorcycle while parked.

When you support the motorcycle using the right side stand, turn the handlebar fully to the right.

Park the motorcycle on firm, level ground to prevent it from falling over.

If you must park on a slight incline, aim the front of the motorcycle uphill to reduce the possibility of rolling off the side stand or overturning.

3. Lock the steering to help prevent theft

(page 36).

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ANTI-THEFT TIPS

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Always lock the steering and never leave the key in the ignition switch. This sounds simple but people do forget.

Be sure the registration information for

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your motorcycle is accurate and current.

Park your motorcycle in a locked garage whenever possible.

Use an additional anti-theft device of good quality.

Put your name, address, and phone number in this Owner’s Manual and keep it on your motorcycles at all times.

Many times stolen motorcycles are identified by information in the Owner’s

Manuals that are still with them.

NAME:

ADDRESS:

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PHONE NO: