Contents
MOTORCYCLE SAFETY...............................1
Important Safety Information..............................2
Important Safety Precautions..........................2
Loading................................................................3
Accessories & Modifications ..............................4
Safety Labels.......................................................5
OPERATING CONTROLS .............................7
Operation Component Locations ........................8
BEFORE RIDING ............................................9
Are You Ready to Ride? ...................................10
Is Your Motorcycle Ready to Ride?..... .............11
Pre-ride Inspection ........................................11
BASIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ......13
Safe Riding Precautions................................14
Starting & Stopping the Engine ........................15
Shifting Gears....................................................17
Braking ..............................................................18
Parking ..............................................................19
Post-ride Inspection...........................................20
Break-in Guidelines ..........................................21
SERVICING YOUR HONDA........................23
Before You Service Your Honda
The Importance of Maintenance .......................24
Maintenance Safety...........................................25
Important Safety Precautions........................25
Maintenance Schedule ......................................26
General Competition Maintenance ...................29
Before & After Competition Maintenance........33
Between Motos & Practice Maintenance .....33
After Competition Maintenance ...................33
Service Preparations
Maintenance Component Locations..................35
Seat Removal ....................................................36
Fuel Tank Removal ...........................................37
Subframe Upright Position................................39
Service Procedures
Fluids & Filters
Fuel System.......................................................41
Engine Oil .........................................................43
Transmission Oil ...............................................46
Coolant ..............................................................48
Air Cleaner ........................................................51
Crankcase Breather ...........................................53
Engine
Throttle ..............................................................54
Clutch System ...................................................56
Hot Start Lever..................................................60
Spark Plug .........................................................61
Exhaust Pipe/Muffler ........................................62
Spark Arrester....................................................65
Valve Clearance.................................................66
Piston/Piston Rings/Piston Pin..........................74
Chassis
Suspension.........................................................82
Brakes................................................................86
Wheels...............................................................90
Tires & Tubes ....................................................91
Side Stand..........................................................93
Drive Chain .......................................................94
Additional Maintenance Procedures .................97
Electrical
Battery ...............................................................99
Headlight & Taillight ......................................101
Appearance Care .............................................102
ADJUSTMENTS FOR COMPETITION ...105
Front Suspension Adjustments........................106
Rear Suspension Adjustments .........................120
Suspension Adjustments for Track
Conditions .......................................................124
Suspension Adjustment Guidelines.................125
Carburetor Adjustment & Turning Tips ..........128
Chassis Adjustments........................................135
Gearing ............................................................136
Tire Selection for Track Conditions................137
Personal Fit Adjustments ................................138
TIPS ................................................................139
Transporting Your Motorcycle ........................140
Storing Your Honda.........................................141
You & the Environment ..................................143
Troubleshooting...............................................144
TAKING CARE OF THE
UNEXPECTED .............................................145
If a Fuse Blows ...............................................146
If Your Battery Is Low (or Dead)....................147
If You Crash ....................................................148
TECHNICAL INFORMATION ..................149
Vehicle Identification ......................................150
Specifications ..................................................151
Torque Specifications......................................154
High Altitude Carburetor Adjustment .............157
Emission Control Systems ..............................158
Oxygenated Fuels............................................160
Competition Logbook .....................................161
Optional Parts List ..........................................163
Spare Parts & Equipment ................................164
Wiring Diagram...............................................165
CONSUMER INFORMATION ...................167
Authorized Manuals ........................................168
Warranty Coverage..........................................169
Warranty Service .............................................170
Contacting Honda............................................171
Your Honda Dealer..........................................172
The Honda Rider’s Club (USA only) .............173
INDEX ............................................................174
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