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General| Bore and Stroke | 78mm x 66mm |
|---|---|
| Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 |
| Valve Train | DOHC; four valves per cylinder |
| Transmission | Five-speed |
| Final Drive | Shaft |
| Front Tire | 120/70ZR-18 |
| Rear Tire | 170/60ZR-17 |
| Trail | 98mm (3.9 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 58.7 inches |
| Seat Height | 31.1 inches |
| Fuel Capacity | 7.7 gallons |
| Engine Type | 1261cc liquid-cooled 90° V-4 |
| Induction | PGM-FI |
| Ignition | Computer-controlled digital |
| Front Suspension | 45mm HMAS cartridge fork; 4.6 inches travel |
| Rear Suspension | HMAS gas-charged single shock with five-position spring preload adjustability |
| Front Brakes | Dual full-floating 310mm discs with three-piston calipers |
| Rear Brakes | Single 316mm disc with three-piston caliper |
| Rake | 26.0 degrees |
| Curb Weight | 730 lbs |
Ensures rider safety and machine reliability through correct service.
Highlights critical safety precautions for technicians performing service.
Emphasizes understanding shop practices and wearing safety equipment.
Check the unit for hidden damage and follow guidelines if found.
Verify ABS front pulser ring and sensor clearance (0.4-1.2 mm).
Verify proper routing of cables, hoses, and wire harnesses.
Prevent positive cable from resting on metal parts to avoid short circuits.
Check coolant level in the reserve tank and add Pro Honda HP coolant or equivalent if low.
Operate throttle to confirm smooth movement and automatic return in all steering positions.
Confirm throttle grip freeplay is between 2-6 mm.
Check oil level in inspection window between upper and lower marks.
Start engine, idle for 3-5 min, ensure low oil pressure indicator goes off.
Details oil type, viscosity, classification, and capacity.
Check final drive oil level, should be flush with filler hole edge.
Recommended oil: Pro Honda Shaft Drive Oil or SAE 80 hypoid gear oil.
Check front and rear brake reservoir fluid levels with motorcycle upright.
Check brake operation; if spongy, bleed system after confirming fluid level.
Verify idle speed is 1,000 ± 100 rpm and adjust using throttle stop screw.
Check tire pressure for front and rear; specified pressure is 42 psi.
Test clutch lever cut-off switch: raise sidestand, start engine without pulling clutch.
Test sidestand cut-off switch: lower sidestand, pull clutch, start engine.
Complete Set-up/Pre-delivery Checklist (S0299) by checking completed steps.
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