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CAUTION
!!
Do not park the vehicle under direct sunlight
as it causes evaporation of petrol due to heat
and deterioration of paint gloss due to ultra
violet rays.
WARNING
!!
Petrol is extremely flammable and is explosive
under certain conditions. Refill in a well
ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do
not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the
area where the vehicle is refilled or where
petrol is stored.
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Do not overfill the tank. There should be no
fuel (4) in the filler neck (5).
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For locking, position the cap with “ ” ▲
mark facing towards the front, back on the
opening and press gently. The key springs
back to the normal position and the cap
gets locked.
Clean your vehicle regularly. It protects the
surface finish. Avoid cleaning with products
that are not specifically designed for vehicle
surfaces. Inspect your vehicle very day before
you start the engine. The items listed here will
only take a few minutes, and in the long run
they can save time, expense and possibly your
life. Please follow the tips as given below:
PRE-RIDE INSPECTION
You should conduct pre-ride inspection
before riding the vehicle to enhance riding
comfort and safety.
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Engine oil level-Check and top up engine
oil if required (page 31). Check for leaks.
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Programmed FI malfunction indicator
lamp (MIL)-When the ignition switch is
turned “ON” the programmed FI
malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) glows
continuously and then should go “OFF”
once the engine is started.
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Rear view mirror-Ensure that the rear
view mirror gives a good rear view when you
are sitting on the vehicle.
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Fuel level-Ensure sufficient fuel is available
in your fuel tank for journey. Fuel level
gauge needle should be above red band
(page 18). Check for leaks.
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Drive chain-Check condition and
slackness (page 39). Adjust and lubricate,
if necessary.
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Lamps and Horn-Check that headlamp,
tail/stop lamp, turn signal lamps and horn
function properly.
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Front and Integrated brakes-Check
operation. Adjust free play, if necessary
(page 42).
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Tyres-Check condition and pressure
(page 47).
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Throttle-Check for smooth opening and
closing in all steering positions (page 38).
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Clutch-Check for smooth operation.
Adjust free play, if necessary (page 37).