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Warning Labels
15
W
arning Lab
el Locations – Thunderbird L
T (continued)
Caution
All warning labels and de
cals, with the except
ion of the Running-in lab
el, are fitted to the
motorcycle using a strong adhesive. In some c
ases,
labels are inst
alled pr
ior to an application
of paint lacquer
. Therefore, any attempt to remove the warning lab
els will cause damage to
the paintwork or bo
dywork.
P
b
Unleaded Fuel
(page
40
)
Helmet
(page
8
)
Engine O
il
(page
78
)
Tires
(page
10
2
)
Drive Belt
(page
96
)
14
16
Table of Contents
Foreword
6
Foreword
2
Warning Labels
2
Table of Contents
6
The Motorcycle
7
Warning Labels
14
Parts Identification
18
Serial Numbers
23
General Information General Information
25
Instrument Panel Layout
27
General Information
28
Instruments
28
Speedometer
28
Odometer/Trip Meter/Clock/Range to Empty
28
Fuel Gauge
30
Warning Lights
30
Low Oil Pressure Warning
30
Coolant Temperature
30
Engine Management System Malfunction Indicator Light
31
Turn Signal Indicators
31
High Beam
31
Neutral
31
Low Fuel
31
Alarm/Immobilizer Indicator Light
32
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) Indicator Light
32
Ignition Key
33
Ignition Switch
34
Engine Immobilizer
34
Switch Location
34
Switch Operation
34
Steering Lock Key
35
Steering Lock
36
Right Handlebar Switches
37
Engine Stop Switch
37
Starter Button
37
Scroll Button
37
Left Handlebar Switches
37
Headlight Dimmer Switch
38
Turn Signal Switch
38
Horn Button
38
Auxiliary Lamp Switch
38
Fuel Requirement/Refuelling
40
Fuel Grade
40
Fuel Tank Cap
41
Filling the Fuel Tank
41
Side Stand
43
Side Panels
44
Tool Kit and Handbook
44
Seats
45
Seat Care
45
Pillion Seat Removal
45
Rider Seat Removal
46
Windshield (if Fitted)
47
To Remove the Windshield
47
To Install the Windshield
48
Panniers (if Fitted)
49
To Remove the Panniers
49
To Install the Panniers
50
Breaking-In
52
Safe Operation
53
Daily Safety Checks
53
How to Ride the Motorcycle How to Ride the Motorcycle
55
To Start the Engine
56
To Stop the Engine
56
How to Ride the Motorcycle
57
Moving off
57
Shifting Gears
58
Braking
59
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) Models Only
61
Parking
62
Considerations for High-Speed Operation
63
General
64
Steering
64
Luggage
64
Brakes
64
Tires
64
Fuel
64
Engine Oil
64
Drive Belt
65
Coolant
65
Electrical Equipment
65
Miscellaneous
65
Accessories, Loading and Passengers
67
Maintenance and Adjustment Maintenance and Adjustment
71
Scheduled Maintenance
74
Maintenance and Adjustment
75
Engine Oil
78
Oil Level Inspection
78
Oil and Oil Filter Change
79
Disposal of Used Engine Oil and Oil Filters
81
Oil Specification and Grade
81
Cooling System
81
Corrosion Inhibitors
81
Coolant Level Inspection
82
Coolant Level Adjustment
83
Coolant Change
83
Radiator and Hoses
84
Bank Angle Indicators
85
Throttle Control
85
Inspection
86
Clutch
88
Inspection
88
Adjustment
88
Brakes
89
Brake Wear Inspection
89
Breaking-In New Brake Pads and Discs
89
Brake Pad Wear Compensation
89
Disc Brake Fluid
90
Brake Fluid Level Inspection and Adjustment
91
Brake Light Switches
92
Steering/Wheel Bearings
93
Steering Inspection
93
Inspecting the Steering Head (Headstock) Bearings for Free Play
93
Wheel Bearings Inspection
94
Front Suspension
95
Front Fork Inspection
95
Suspension Adjustment
95
Suggested Suspension Settings
96
Final Drive Belt
96
Final Drive Belt Tension Inspection
97
Final Drive Belt Tension Adjustment
101
Tires
102
Tire Inflation Pressures
103
Tire Wear
103
Minimum Recommended Tread Depth
104
Tire Replacement
105
Battery
107
Battery Removal
107
Battery Disposal
108
Battery Maintenance
108
Battery Discharge
108
Battery Discharge During Storage and Infrequent Use of the Motorcycle
109
Battery Charging
109
Battery Installation
110
Fuse Box
110
Fuse Identification
110
Headlights
112
Headlight Vertical Adjustment
113
Headlight Bulb Replacement
113
Auxiliary Lamps (if Fitted)
114
Brake/Tail Light
115
Brake/Tail Light Replacement
115
Turn Signal Lights
116
Bulb Replacement
116
Cleaning
117
Preparation for Washing
117
Where to be Careful
118
After Washing
118
Seat Care
118
Unpainted Aluminum Items
119
Black Chrome Items
119
Windshield Cleaning (if Fitted)
119
Cleaning of the Exhaust System
120
Washing
120
Drying
120
Protecting
120
Care of Leather Panniers (if Fitted)
121
Storage
123
Specifications
125
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Brand
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Model
Thunderbird Commander
Category
Motorcycle
Language
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