Table Of Contents - Honda 2008 ST1300 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction6
Safety8
Contents9
Motorcycle Safety11
Important Safety Information12
Accessories14
Modifications15
Safety Labels16
Tire Information18
Instruments & Controls21
Operation Component Locations22
Gauges & Indicators25
Lamp Check26
Multi-Display30
Initial Display30
Fuel Gauge31
Coolant Temperature Gauge31
Air Temperature Meter32
Temperature Display32
Fuel Consumption Meter33
Current Fuel Consumption35
Average Fuel Consumption35
To Reset Average Fuel Consumption35
Available Driving Distance36
Remaining Fuel36
Odometer/Tripmeter37
Digital Clock38
To Adjust The Time38
Mileage Unit Change39
Display Illumination Adjustment39
Ignition Switch40
Front40
Start Button41
Right Handlebar41
Engine Stop Switch42
Headlight Dimmer Switch43
Turn Signal Switch43
Left Handlebar43
Horn Button44
Windscreen Height Adjustment Switch44
Hazard Switch44
Headlight Beam Adjustment Knob45
Left Side45
Before Riding47
Are You Ready To Ride?48
Protective Apparel48
Before Each Ride48
Helmets And Eye Protection49
Additional Riding Gear49
Rider Training50
Is Your Motorcycle Ready To Ride?51
Pre-Ride Inspection51
Loading53
Load Limits54
Loading Guidelines54
Cargo Compartments55
Saddlebags55
To Open The Saddlebags55
To Lock The Saddlebags55
Fairing Pockets56
Comfort & Convenience Adjustment57
Windscreen Height Adjustment58
To Adjust The Height Of An Initial Configuration58
To Adjust The Height Of The Windscreen59
Basic Operation & Riding61
Safe Riding Precautions62
Starting & Stopping The Engine63
Preparatoin63
Starting Procedure64
Flooded Engine64
Any Air Temperature64
Bank Angle Sensor Ignition Cut-Off System65
How To Stop The Engine65
Normal Engine Stop65
Emergency Engine Stop65
Shifting Gears66
While You Are Riding67
Recommended Shift Points67
Shifting Up67
Shifting Down67
Braking68
Anti-Lock Brake System70
Abs Indicator71
Parking73
Under Rear Seat74
Theft-Prevention Tips75
Riding With A Passenger Or Cargo76
Servicing Your Honda77
The Importance Of Maintenance80
Maintenance Safety81
Important Safety Precautions82
Periodic Maintenance83
Maintenance Schedule84
Maintenance Component Locations89
Tool Kit92
Owner's Manual Storage93
Seat Removal94
To Remove The Rear Seat94
To Remove The Front Seat94
To Install The Front Seat94
To Adjust The Height Of The Seat95
Saddlebag Removal96
To Remove The Saddlebags96
To Install The Saddlebags96
Cover Removal97
Side Cover Removal98
Maintenance Lid Removal99
Overhead Cover Removal100
Rearview Mirrors101
Clip Removal102
Raising The Fuel Tank103
Fuel105
Fuel Recommendation105
Fuel Capacity106
Refueling Procedure106
Engine Oil & Filter108
Oil Recommendation109
Jaso T 903 Standard110
Checking & Adding Oil111
Changing Engine Oil & Filter112
Front, Under Engine112
Install A New Oil Filter113
Add Engine Oil114
Coolant115
Coolant Recommendation115
Checking & Adding Coolant116
Coolant Replacement117
Air Cleaner118
Replacement119
Final Drive Oil120
Right Rear120
Changing Oil121
Throttle122
Throttle Freeplay122
Throttle Inspection122
Adjustment122
Clutch System123
Fluid Level Inspection123
Other Inspection123
Engine Idle Speed124
Idle Speed Adjustment124
Spark Plugs125
Spark Plug Recommendation125
Spark Plug Inspection & Replacement125
Suspension127
Rear Suspension Adjustment127
Rear Suspension Spring Pre-Load128
To Adjust To The Standard Position128
To Reduce Spring Pre-Load128
To Increase Spring Pre-Loaad128
Rear Suspension Damping129
Rebound Damping129
Brakes130
Front Brake Lever Adjustment130
Brake Fluid Recommendation131
Other Inspections132
Brake Pad Wear133
Front Brake133
Rear Brake133
Brake System Inspection134
Left Front134
Left Rear134
Tires135
Air Pressure135
Inspection136
Tire Repair137
Tire Replacement138
Important Safety Reminders139
Battery141
Battery Storage142
Battery Removal143
Battery Charging144
Appearance Care145
General Recommendations145
Washing Your Motorcycle With A Mild Detergent146
Cleaning Your Windscreen147
Spray Cleaning Your Motorcycle148
Painted Aluminum Wheel Maintenance149
Exhaust Pipe And Muffler Maintenanec149
Clean The Matte Painted Surface150
Finishing Touches150
Tips151
Storing Your Honda152
Preparation For Storage152
Removal From Storage153
Transporting154
You & The Environment155
Taking Care Of The Unexpected157
General Guidelines158
If Your Engine Quits Or Won't Start159
If You Have A Flat Tire162
Have Your Motorcycle Transported162
Make A Temporary Roadside Repair162
Types Of Temporary Repairs163
Should You Repair Or Replace A Tire?163
Emergency Front Wheel Removal/Installation164
Emergency Rear Wheel Removal/Installation170
If Your Engine Overheats172
If The Low Oil Pressure Indicator Lights174
If A Fuse Blows175
Recommended Fuses175
Circuit Fuses Access175
Main Fuse Acces176
Main Fuse B177
If You Crash178
If You Lose Your Key179
If Your Battery Is Low180
Technical Information181
Vehicle Identification182
Serial Numbers182
Color Label & Code183
Specifications184
Break-In Guidelines190
Emission Control Systems191
Exhaust Emission Requirements191
Noise Emission Requirements191
Source Of Exhaust Emissions192
Exhaust Emission Control System192
Pgm-Fi System192
Ignition Timing Control System192
Oxidation Catalytic Converters193
Evaporative Emission Control System193
Crankcase Emission Control System193
Noise Emission Control System194
Catalytic Converters195
Oxygenated Fuels196
Consumer Information199
Table Of Contents208
Quick Reference222