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REFUELING
FILLING THE FUEL TANK
WARNING: Contaminated fuel may cause damage to the engine.
It is best to avoid refueling in dusty orrainy conditions asforeign material
can contaminate the fuel. When refilling, have a clean rag handy incase
of drips or spills.Fill the fuel tank slowly observing the change in fuel
level to prevent spills. Do not fill the tank above the bottom of the filler
neck as thiscan prevent the vacuum vent from functioning properly
and may cause the motorcycle to not operate properly. Filling above
the bottom of the filler neck also does not allow space for the fuel to
expand from sun or engine heat.
NOTE: If fuel is spilled on the tank or frame, wipe off the fuel with
a clean clothimmediately. Fuel is a solvent and will damage paint
and powder coat if left in contact. Take care not to spill fuel on any
hot parts of the motorcycle such as the exhaust or engine as this
may cause a fire resulting in injury or death.
WARNING: Overfilling the fuel tank will interfere with the fuel vacuum
vent and cause the motorcycle to not operateproperly.Overfilling the
fuel tank maylead to spills.
WARNING: If fuel is spilled on or near tires it will reduce the
tire’s ability to grip the road.This will result in a dangerous riding
condition and may lead to loss of control and an accident.