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Tighten a new spark plug 1/2 turn with a
wrench plug to compress the washer. If you
are reusing a plug, it should only take 1/8-
1/4 turn after the plug seats.
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Reinstall the noise suppressor cap.
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With the plug washer attached, thread the
spark plug in by hand to prevent cross
threading.
Idle speed
Refer to the safety precautions (page 48).
The engine must be at normal operating
temperature for accurate idle speed
adjustment. Ten minutes of stop and go riding
is sufficient.
•
Remove the seat (page 26).
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Warm up the engine and park the
vehicle on its main stand.
(1) Throttle stop screw
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Idle speed: 1700±200 R/MIN
The front and integrated brakes are equipped
with brake wear indicators.
Integrated brake
(VX/LX model)
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Adjust idle speed by adjusting the throttle
stop screw by inserting a suitable screw
driver.
Brake shoe wear
Refer to the safety precautions (page 48).
When the brake is applied, an arrow mark
(1) on the brake arm (2) moves towards a
reference mark (3) on the brake panel (4).
If the arrow aligns with the reference mark on
full application of the brake, the brake shoes
must be replaced. Visit your Authorised Hero
MotoCorp workshop for this service.
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Remove the body cover (page 32).
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4
2
(1) Arrow (2) Integrated brake arm
(3) Reference mark (4) Brake panel
The spark plug must be securely tightened. An
improperly tightened plug can become very
hot and possibly damage the engine.
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