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General| Bore x Stroke | 68.0mm x 44.1mm |
|---|---|
| Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Delivery | Fuel injection |
| Ignition | TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Seat Height | 30.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 54.3 in |
| Rake (Caster Angle) | 25° |
| Trail | 3.7 in |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.7 gal |
| Wet Weight | 375 lb |
| Engine Type | Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Front Suspension | 37mm KYB inverted fork; 5.1-in travel |
| Rear Suspension | KYB single shock; 4.9-in travel |
| Front Brakes | Hydraulic disc, 298mm |
| Rear Brakes | Hydraulic disc, 220mm |
| Front Tire | 110/70-17 |
| Rear Tire | 140/70-17 |
| L x W x H | 44.9 in |
| Horsepower | 42 HP |
Owner's responsibility for safe operation, maintenance, riding visibility, and accident prevention.
Advice on operator skills, limits, speed, signaling, posture, and avoiding substances.
Essential protective gear for rider safety, including helmets, eye protection, and clothing.
Risks of carbon monoxide from engine exhaust and precautions for safe ventilation.
Precautions for adding cargo or accessories to maintain stability and avoid accidents.
Risks and guidelines for installing aftermarket parts and modifications on the vehicle.
Caution regarding electrical accessories and using specified tires/rims.
Procedures and precautions for safely transporting the motorcycle on another vehicle.
Essential checks for fuel and engine oil levels, lines, and leakage before operation.
Checks for coolant level, cooling system integrity, and front brake operation.
Checks for rear brake, clutch operation, throttle grip free play, and lubrication.
Checks for drive chain slack, tire condition/pressure, pedal pivots, and levers.
Checks for sidestand operation, lubrication, and brake/clutch lever operation.
Checks for chassis fasteners, instruments, lights, signals, switches, and sidestand switch operation.
Conditions and steps required to start the engine safely using the ignition circuit cut-off system.
How to shift gears, identify neutral, and warnings about coasting/towing.
Steps for smoothly starting from a stop and accelerating using the clutch and throttle.
Table of recommended speeds for upshifting and downshifting.
Procedures for decelerating, downshifting, and stopping the motorcycle.
Advice on riding style and habits to improve fuel consumption.
Guidelines for the initial engine break-in period (0-1600 km) to ensure engine longevity.
Explains why regular inspection, adjustment, and lubrication are vital for safety and performance.
Procedure to check engine oil level using the sight window.
Steps for changing engine oil and replacing the oil filter cartridge.
Instructions for installing a new oil filter cartridge, including O-ring seating and torque.
Steps for draining engine oil, refilling with specified amount, and checking for leaks.
Procedure to check coolant level and add coolant if necessary, with warnings.
How and when to change the engine coolant, with safety warnings.
Steps for replacing the air filter element and cleaning the air filter check hose.
Instructions for installing the air filter case cover and element, with notices.
How to check throttle grip free play and the importance of valve clearance adjustment.
Checking tire air pressure and inspecting tires for wear and damage.
Recommended tire pressures for different loads and maximum vehicle load capacity.
How to inspect tires, minimum tread depth, and when to replace tires.
Checks for cast wheels, damage, and the importance of wheel balancing.
Procedure for checking and adjusting the clutch lever free play.
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