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  • Page 1 NC700X/XA eY2000.2011.09.C 2MGS600...
  • Page 2 This publication includes the latest production information available before printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
  • Page 3 Honda motorcycle. Your selection of a ● The illustrations here in are based on the Honda makes you part of a worldwide family NC700XA ED type. of satisfied customers who appreciate Country Codes Honda’s reputation for building quality into...
  • Page 4 A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, is very DANGER important. Operating this motorcycle safely is You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY an important responsibility. HURT if you don’t follow instructions. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating WARNING procedures and other information on safety...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Motorcycle Safety P. 2 Operation Guide P. 18 Maintenance P. 36 Troubleshooting P. 77 Information P. 97 Specifications P. 109 Index P. 112...

  • Page 6: Motorcycle Safety

    Motorcycle Safety This section contains important information for safe riding of your motorcycle. Please read this section to ensure rider and passenger safety. Safety Guidelines .........P. 3 Image Labels..........P. 6 Safety Precautions ........P. 11 Riding Precautions ........P. 12 Accessories & Modifications......P. 16 Loading ............P.

  • Page 7: Safety Guidelines

    Safety Guidelines Safety Guidelines that you and your passenger are both wearing an approved motorcycle helmet and protective Follow these guidelines to ensure your safety: apparel. Instruct your passenger on holding ● Perform all routine and regular inspections onto the grab rails, leaning with you in turns, specified in this manual.
  • Page 8 Safety Guidelines Make Yourself Easy to See Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition Make yourself more visible, especially at night, It’s important to keep your motorcycle properly by wearing bright reflective clothing, maintained and in safe riding condition. positioning yourself so other drivers can see...
  • Page 9 Safety Guidelines check the tightness of critical nuts and bolts, WARNING and check the handlebar, control levers, brakes, and wheels. Ride slowly and cautiously. Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Your motorcycle may have suffered damage Breathing it can cause that is not immediately apparent. Have your unconsciousness and even kill you.

  • Page 10: Image Labels

    Image Labels Image Labels Read instructions contained in Owner’s Manual carefully. Except KO type Read instructions contained in Shop Manual The following pages describe the label meanings. Some labels warn you of carefully. In the interest of safety, take the motorcycle to be serviced only by your dealer.
  • Page 11 Image Labels BATTERY LABEL DANGER • Keep flame and spark away from the battery. Battery produce explosive gas that can cause explosion. • Wear the eye protection and rubber gloves when handling the battery, or you can get burned or lose your eyesight by the battery electrolyte.
  • Page 12 Image Labels RADIATOR CAP LABEL DANGER NEVER OPEN WHEN HOT. Hot coolant will scald you. Relief pressure valve begins to open at 108 kPa. ACCESSORIES AND LOADING WARNING LABEL WARNING ACCESSORIES AND LOADING • The safety stability and handling of this motorcycle may be affected by the addition of accessories and luggage.
  • Page 13 Image Labels REAR CUSHION LABEL GAS FILLED Do not open. Do not heat. TYRE INFORMATION LABEL Cold tyre pressure: [Driver only] Front 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm , 36 psi) Rear 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm , 42 psi) [Driver and passenger] Front 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm , 36 psi)
  • Page 14 Image Labels SAFETY REMINDER LABEL For your protection, always wear helmet, protective apparel. FUEL LABEL Unleaded petrol only DRIVE CHAIN LABEL Keep chain adjusted and lubricated. 30 to 40 mm (1.2 to 1.6 in) Freeplay CARGO LIMIT LABEL Do not exceed 5.0 kg (11.0 lb)

  • Page 15: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions ● Safety Precautions Face shield with unobstructed field of vision or other approved eye protection ● Ride cautiously and keep your hands on the WARNING handlebar and feet on the footpegs. ● Keep passenger’s hands onto the grab rails, Not wearing a helmet increases the passenger’s feet on the footpegs while chance of serious injury or death in a...

  • Page 16: Riding Precautions

    Riding Precautions Riding Precautions Brakes Observe the following guidelines: ● Running-in Period Avoid excessively hard braking and down- shifts. During the first 500 km (300 miles) of running, Sudden braking can reduce the motorcycle follow these guidelines to ensure your stability.
  • Page 17 Riding Precautions ❙ ❙ Combined ABS (NC700XA) Engine Braking Your motorcycle is equipped with a brake Engine braking helps slow your motorcycle system that distributes the braking force down when you release the throttle. For further between the front and rear brakes. slowing action, downshift to a lower gear.
  • Page 18 Riding Precautions 3. Slowly lean the motorcycle to the left until its Parking weight rests on the side stand. ● Park on a firm, level paved surface. 4. Turn the handlebar fully to the left. ● If you must park on a slight incline or loose Turning the handlebar to the right reduces surface, park so that the motorcycle cannot stability and may cause the motorcycle to...
  • Page 19 Riding Precautions Refuelling and Fuel Guidelines Follow these guidelines to protect the engine and catalytic converter: ● Use only unleaded petrol. ● Use recommended octane number. Using lower octane petrol will result in decreased engine performance. ● Do not use fuels containing a high concentration of alcohol.

  • Page 20: Accessories & Modifications

    Honda or make modifications to your motorcycle from its Follow all instructions in this owner’s original design. Doing so can make it unsafe.

  • Page 21: Loading

    Loading Loading WARNING ● Carrying extra weight affects your Overloading or improper loading can motorcycle’s handling, braking and stability. cause a crash and you can be seriously Always ride at a safe speed for the load you hurt or killed. are carrying.

  • Page 22: Operation Guide

    Parts Location Rear brake fluid reservoir (P62) (P55) Battery Main fuse (P96) Front brake fluid reservoir (P62) Front brake lever Throttle grip (P72) Engine oil fill cap/dipstick (P56) Coolant reserve tank (P60) (P58) Engine oil filter Lower cowl (P53) Engine oil drain bolt (P58) Rear brake pedal...
  • Page 23 (P69) (P52) Clutch lever Maintenance lid Luggage box (P32) (P31) Fuel fill cap Rear Seat (P30) (P95) Fuse box Shift lever (P29) (P65) Drive chain (P64) Side stand Crankcase breather (P73) Windscreen (P75)
  • Page 24 Instruments B button A button Display Check When the ignition switch is turned on, all the mode and digital segments will show, and the tachometer segment progress to maximum scale and then disappear. If any part of these displays does not come on when it should, have your dealer check for problems.
  • Page 25 Clock (12-hour display) To set the clock: (P23) Tachometer NOTICE Do not operate the engine in the tachometer red zone. Excessive engine speed can adversely affect engine life. Tachometer red zone (excessive engine rpm range) Speedometer Odometer [TOTAL] & Tripmeter Fuel gauge [TRIP A/B] Remaining fuel when only...
  • Page 26 Instruments (Continued) Display Setting In addition, to move the ordinary display at You can adjust the three settings. display setting. • Backlight brightness adjustment • The button is not pressed for about 30 • Clock setting seconds • (E, III E type only) Changing of speed and •...
  • Page 27 2 To set the clock: (Except E, III E type) Press A button. The clock is set, and then After backlight brightness adjustment, the the display returns to the backlight hour digits start flashing. brightness adjustment. Press B button until the desired hour and (E, III E type only) AM/PM are displayed.
  • Page 28 Indicators Low oil pressure indicator ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) indicator (NC700XA only) Comes on when the ignition Comes on when the ignition switch is turned on. switch is turned on. Goes off when your speed reaches approximately Goes off when the engine starts. 10 km/h (6 mph).
  • Page 29 Left turn signal indicator HISS indicator (P99) • Comes on briefly when the ignition switch is turned on. Goes off if the ignition key has the correct coding. • Flashes every 2 seconds for 24 hours when the ignition switch is turned off.
  • Page 30 Switches Engine stop switch Should normally remain in the position. In an emergency, switch to the OFF position to stop the engine. Start button Headlight turns off when operating the starter motor. Hazard switch Switchable when the ignition Horn button switch is on.
  • Page 31 Ignition Switch Turns electrical system Switches the electrical system on/off, locks the on for starting/riding. steering. Key can be removed when in the OFF or LOCK Turns engine off. position. LOCK Locks steering. ❙ Steering Lock Locking Lock the steering when parking to help Turn the handlebar all the way to the left.

  • Page 32: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Start your engine using the following Make sure the engine stop switch is in the position. procedure, regardless of whether the engine is cold or warm. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Shift the transmission to Neutral ( indicator comes on).

  • Page 33: Shifting Gears

    Shifting Gears Your motorcycle transmission has six forward gears in a one-down, five-up shift pattern. If you put the motorcycle in gear with the side stand down, the engine will shut off.
  • Page 34 Refuelling This motorcycle must be opened the rear seat Open for refuelling Insert the ignition key into the lock, and turn the key counterclockwise. Rear Seat Pull up the front of the rear seat. Ignition key Close Pull up the rod upward. Lock Push down the front of the rear seat until it locks in place.
  • Page 35 Fuel type: Unleaded petrol only Fuel filler opening Fuel octane number: Your motorcycle is designed to use Research Octane Number Filler neck plate Fuel level (max) (RON) 91 or higher. Tank capacity: 14.1 litres (3.73 US gal, 3.10 lmp gal) ❙...
  • Page 36 Storage Equipment Luggage Box Open Insert the ignition key into the lock, and turn the key clockwise. Ignition Pull up the front of the luggage box lid. Close Push down the front of the luggage box lid Lock until it locks in place. Make sure that the tab is locked securely in position to pull up the front of the luggage box lid lightly.
  • Page 37 A helmet can be stored in the luggage box. Set in the front of the helmet upward. Helmet Some helmets may not fit in the compartment due to their size or design. ❙ (P32) Opening the luggage box.
  • Page 38 Storage Equipment (Continued) Tool Kit/U-shaped Lock Document Bag The tool kit is located on the maintenance lid The document bag is located in the owner’s (in the luggage box) by the rubber strap. manual box (in the luggage box). There is also space to store a U-shaped lock. Opening the owner’s manual Box (P54) Remove the clip.
  • Page 39 Helmet holder Use the helmet holder only when parked. The helmet holder is located under the rear ❙ Opening the rear seat. (P30) seat. A helmet set wire is in the tool kit. WARNING Helmet set wire Riding with a helmet attached to the holder can interfere with the rear wheel or suspension and could cause a crash in which you can be seriously...

  • Page 40: Maintenance

    Maintenance Please read “Importance of Maintenance” and “Maintenance Fundamentals” carefully before attempting any maintenance. Refer to “Specifications” for service data. Importance of Maintenance ......P. 37 Coolant ............P. 60 Maintenance Schedule.......P. 38 Brakes ............P. 62 Maintenance Fundamentals ......P. 41 Side Stand ..........

  • Page 41: Importance Of Maintenance

    Importance of Maintenance Importance of Maintenance Maintenance Safety Keeping your motorcycle well-maintained is Always read the maintenance instructions absolutely essential to your safety and to before you begin each task, and make sure that protect your investment, obtain maximum you have the tools, parts, and skills required. performance, avoid breakdowns, and reduce air We cannot warn you of every conceivable pollution.

  • Page 42: Maintenance Schedule

    Honda’s standards and specifications by properly trained and Honda recommends that your dealer should equipped technicians. Your dealer meets all road test your motorcycle after each periodic of these requirements. Keep an accurate maintenance is carried out.
  • Page 43 : Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace if necessary) you have the necessary tools and are mechanically skilled. : Lubricate Procedures are provided in an official Honda Shop Manual. : Replace : Technical. In the interest of safety, have your motorcycle : Clean serviced by your dealer.
  • Page 44 Maintenance Schedule Frequency Pre-ride Annual Regular Refer to Items Check × 1,000 km Check Replace page P. 41 × 1,000 mi Drive Chain Every 1,000 km (600 mi): Drive Chain Slider Brake Fluid 2 Years Brake Pads Wear Brake System Brakelight Switch Headlight Aim Lights/Horn...

  • Page 45: Maintenance Fundamentals

    Maintenance Fundamentals ● Drive chain − Check condition and slack, Pre-ride Inspection adjust and lubricate if necessary. P. 65 To ensure safety, it is your responsibility to ● Brakes − Check operation; perform a pre-ride inspection and make sure Front and Rear: check brake fluid level and that any problem you find is corrected.
  • Page 46 Maintenance Fundamentals Replacing Parts Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their equivalents to ensure reliability and safety. When ordering coloured components, specify the model name, colour, and code mentioned on the colour label. The colour label is attached to the frame under the rear seat.
  • Page 47 Maintenance Fundamentals Battery WARNING Your motorcycle has a maintenance-free type The battery gives off explosive battery. You do not have to check the battery hydrogen gas during normal electrolyte level or add distilled water. Clean the operation. battery terminals if they become dirty or corroded.
  • Page 48 Always replace the battery with another maintenance-free battery of the same type. NOTICE Installing non-Honda electrical accessories can overload NOTICE the electrical system, discharging the battery and possibly Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly damaging the system.
  • Page 49 Selecting the Engine Oil Conserving” on the circular API service symbol. For recommended engine oil, see “Specifications.” P. 110 If you use non-Honda engine oil, check the label to make sure that the oil satisfies all of the following standards: Not recommended Recommended ●...
  • Page 50 If either has worn or damaged teeth, NOTICE have the sprocket replaced by your dealer. Brake fluid can damage plastic and painted surfaces. Wipe up spills immediately and wash thoroughly. Recommended brake fluid: Honda DOT 4 Brake Fluid or equivalent Damaged Normal Worn (REPLACE) (GOOD)
  • Page 51 Recommended lubricant: Drive chain lubricant designed Recommended Coolant specifically for O-ring chains. Pro Honda HP is a pre-mixed solution of antifreeze and distilled water. Concentration: 50% antifreeze and 50% distilled water A concentration of antifreeze below 40% will not provide proper corrosion and cold temperature protection.
  • Page 52 Maintenance Fundamentals ❙ A concentration of up to 60% will provide Inspecting for Damage better protection in colder climates. Inspect the tyres for cuts, slits, or cracks NOTICE that exposes fabric or Using coolant not specified for aluminium engines or cords, or nails or ordinary tap water can cause corrosion.
  • Page 53 Maintenance Fundamentals ❙ Inspecting Tread Depth WARNING Inspect the tread wear indicators. If they become visible, replace the tyres immediately. Riding on tyres that are excessively For safe riding, you should replace the tyres worn or improperly inflated can cause when the minimum tread depth is reached.
  • Page 54 Always use the size and type of tyres ● Have the wheel balanced with Honda recommended in this owner’s manual. Genuine balance weights or equivalents after the tyre is installed. ●...

  • Page 55: Tool Kit

    Tool kit The tool kit is stored in the luggage box. P. 34 You can perform some roadside repairs, minor adjustments and parts replacement with the tools contained in the kit. ● Spark plug wrench ● 8 × 12 mm Open end wrench ●...

  • Page 56: Removing & Installing Body Components

    Removing & Installing Body Components Maintenance Lid The maintenance lid must be removed to remove the battery, to service the main and fuse box fuses. Maintenance lid ❙ Removal 1. Open the luggage box. P. 32 2. Remove the screws. 3.

  • Page 57: Lower Cowl

    Removing & Installing Body Components Lower Cowl Lower Cowl The lower cowl must be removed to service the coolant reserve tank, to replace the engine oil filter. Lower cowl Grommets Screw ❙ Removal 1. Remove the screws. 2. Remove the lower cowl, then remove the prongs from the grommets.

  • Page 58: Clip

    Removing & Installing Body Components Clip ❙ Clip Installation 1. Slightly open the retaining pawls and then The clip must be removed to open the push them out. owner’s manual box. 2. Insert the clip into the hole. ❙ 3. Lightly press down on the centre pin to Removal lock the clip.

  • Page 59: Battery

    Removing & Installing Body Components Battery ❙ Battery Removal Make sure the ignition switch is off. 1. Open the luggage box. P. 32 Negative Positive 2. Remove the maintenance lid. P. 52 terminal terminal 3. Unhook the rubber strap. 4. Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery.

  • Page 60: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil Checking the Engine Oil Oil fill cap/dipstick 1. If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 to 5 minutes. 2. Turn the ignition switch off, stop the engine and wait 2 to 3 minutes. Upper 3. Place your motorcycle in an upright level position on a firm, level surface.

  • Page 61: Adding Engine Oil

    Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil NOTICE Overfilling with oil or operating with insufficient oil can If the engine oil is below or near the lower cause damage to your engine. Do not mix different brands level mark, add the recommended engine oil. and grades of oil.
  • Page 62 Changing the oil and filter requires special tools. We recommend that you have your motorcycle serviced by your dealer. Use a new Honda Genuine oil filter or equivalent specified for your model. NOTICE Using the wrong oil filter can result in serious damage to Sealing washer the engine.
  • Page 63 Engine Oil Changing Engine Oil & Filter 10. Replace the sealing washer. Install the drain bolt and tighten. Rubber seal Torque: 30 N·m (3.1 kgf·m, 22 lbf·ft). 11. Fill the crankcase with the recommended oil ( ) and install the oil fill cap/ P.

  • Page 64: Coolant

    Coolant Checking the Coolant If the coolant level is dropping noticeably or the reserve tank is empty, you likely have a 1. Place your motorcycle on a firm, level serious leak. Have your motorcycle inspected surface. by your dealer. 2. Hold your motorcycle in an upright position.

  • Page 65: Changing Coolant

    Coolant Changing Coolant 3. Remove the reserve tank cap and add fluid while monitoring the coolant level. Do not overfill above the upper level mark. Make sure no foreign objects enter the reserve tank opening. 4. Securely reinstall the cap. 5.

  • Page 66: Brakes

    Brakes Checking Brake Fluid If the brake fluid level in either reservoir is below the LOWER level mark or the brake 1. Place your motorcycle in an upright lever and pedal freeplay becomes excessive, position on a firm, level surface. inspect the brake pads for wear.
  • Page 67 Rear The pads need to be replaced if a Always replace both left and right brake pads brake pad is worn to the indicator. at the same time. Front Rear (NC700XA) (NC700X) Wear Wear indicator indicator Wear Wear indicator indicator...

  • Page 68: Side Stand

    Side Stand 4. Start the engine, pull the clutch lever in, and shift the transmission into gear. 5. Lower the side stand all the way. The engine should stop as you lower the side stand. If the engine doesn’t stop, have your motorcycle inspected by your dealer.

  • Page 69: Drive Chain

    Drive Chain Inspecting the Drive Chain 3. Check the slack in the lower half of the drive chain midway between the Slack sprockets. Check the drive chain slack at several points Drive chain slack: along the chain. If the slack is not constant at 30 to 40 mm (1.2 to 1.6 in) all points, some links may be kinked and Do not ride your motorcycle if the slack...

  • Page 70: Adjusting The Drive Chain Slack

    Drive Chain Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack 5. Inspect the sprockets. P. 46 Lock nut Rear axle nut 6. Clean and lubricate the drive chain. P. 47 Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack Adjusting the chain requires special tools. Have the drive chain slack adjusted by your dealer.
  • Page 71 Drive Chain Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack 5. Turn both adjusting nuts an equal number 7. Tighten the rear axle nut. of turns until the correct drive chain slack Torque: 98 N·m (10.0 kgf·m, 72 lbf·ft). is obtained. Turn the adjusting nuts 8.
  • Page 72 Drive Chain Checking the Drive Chain Slider ❙ Checking the Drive Chain Wear Checking the Drive Chain Slider Check the chain wear label when adjusting Check the condition of the drive chain slider. the drive chain. If the allow mark on the The drive chain slider need to be replaced if it chain adjuster plate enters the red zone on is worn to the wear limit line.

  • Page 73: Clutch

    Clutch Checking the Clutch Check the clutch cable for kinks or signs of wear. If necessary have it replaced by your dealer. ❙ Checking the Clutch Lever Freeplay Lubricate the clutch cable with a commercially available cable lubricant to Check the clutch lever freeplay. prevent premature wear and corrosion.
  • Page 74 Clutch Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay Adjusting the Clutch Lever Upper lock nut Freeplay – ❙ Upper Adjustment Attempt adjustment with the upper clutch cable adjuster first. 1. Loosen the upper lock nut. 2. Turn the upper clutch cable adjuster until the freeplay is 10 to 20 mm (0.4 to 0.8 in).
  • Page 75 Clutch Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay 1. Loosen the upper lock nut and turn the Lower adjusting nut upper clutch cable adjuster all the way in (to provide maximum freeplay). Tighten the upper lock nut. 2. Loosen the lower lock nut. 3.

  • Page 76: Throttle

    Throttle Checking the Throttle Adjusting the Throttle Freeplay With the engine off, check that the throttle 1. Loosen the lock nut. rotates smoothly from fully closed to fully 2. Turn the adjuster until the freeplay is 2 to open in all steering positions and throttle 6 mm (0.1 to 0.2 in).

  • Page 77: Crankcase Breather

    Crankcase Breather Cleaning the Crankcase Breather 1. Remove the crankcase breather tube plug from the tube. 2. Drain deposits into a suitable container. 3. Install the crankcase breather tube plug. Crankcase breather tube plug...

  • Page 78: Other Adjustments

    Other Adjustments Adjusting the Headlight Aim Adjusting the Brakelight Switch You can adjust vertical aim of the headlight for proper alignment. Turn the pinion using a Check the operation of the brakelight switch. Phillips screwdriver provided in the tool kit Turn the adjusting nut in the direction A if ) in or out as necessary.

  • Page 79: Windscreen Height

    Other Adjustments Adjusting the Windscreen Height Adjusting the Windscreen 2. Remove the nuts and the adaptors. Adaptors Height You can adjust the windscreen height 2 positions. 1. Remove the windscreen by removing the screws and the washers. Washers Nuts Washers Screws Windscreen Screws...
  • Page 80 Other Adjustments Adjusting the Windscreen Height 3. Set the all adaptors to the low position holes or high position holes. Low position High position Nuts Adaptors 4. Install the nuts. 5. Install the windscreen. 6. Install and tighten the screws and washers.

  • Page 81: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Engine Will Not Start Fuel Gauge Failure Indication.....P. 82 (HISS indicator stays on) ......P. 78 Tyre Puncture ..........P. 83 Overheating Electrical Trouble........P. 90 (High coolant temperature Battery Goes Dead ........P. 90 indicator is on) ......... P. 79 Burned-out Light Bulb .......P. 90 Warning Indicators On or Flashing ..

  • Page 82: Engine Will Not Start (Hiss Indicator Stays On)

    Engine Will Not Start (HISS indicator stays on) ❙ Starter Motor Operates But Engine Check if there is no another HISS key Does Not Start (including spare key) close to the ignition switch. Check the following items: Check if there are no any metallic seals ●...

  • Page 83: Overheating (High Coolant Temperature Indicator Is On)

    Overheating (High coolant temperature indicator is on) The engine is overheating when the 2. Check that the radiator fan is operating, following occurs: and then turn the ignition switch to the ● High coolant temperature indicator comes OFF position. If the fan is not operating: ●...

  • Page 84: Warning Indicators On Or Flashing

    Warning Indicators On or Flashing Low Oil Pressure Indicator If the engine oil level goes down rapidly, your motorcycle may have a leak or another If the low oil pressure indicator comes on, serious problem. Have your motorcycle pull safely to the side of the road and stop inspected by your dealer.

  • Page 85: Abs (Anti-Lock Brake System) Indicator (Nc700Xa)

    Warning Indicators On or Flashing ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator (NC700XA) ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) If the ABS indicator stays on, your brakes will continue to work as a conventional system, Indicator (NC700XA) but without the anti-locking function. If the indicator operates in one of the The ABS indicator may flash if you turn the following ways, you may have a serious rear wheel while your motorcycle is lifted off...

  • Page 86: Other Warning Indication

    Other Warning Indication Fuel Gauge Failure Indication If the fuel system has an error, the fuel gauge indicators will be displayed as shown in the illustration. If this occurs, see your dealer as soon as possible.

  • Page 87: Repair Kit

    Tyre Puncture Repairing a puncture or removing a wheel WARNING requires special tools and technical expertise. We recommend you have this type of service Riding your motorcycle with a performed by your dealer. temporary tyre repair can be risky. If After an emergency repair, always have the the temporary repair fails, you can tyre inspected/replaced by your dealer.

  • Page 88: Front Wheel

    Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels (NC700XA only) 3. On the right side, remove the mounting When removing and installing the wheel, be bolts and remove the brake caliper. careful not to damage the wheel speed Support the brake caliper assembly so sensor and pulser ring.
  • Page 89 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels 4. Loosen the axle pinch bolt. Installation 5. Support your motorcycle securely and 1. Attach the side collars to the wheel. raise the front wheel off the ground 2. On the left side, place the wheel using a maintenance stand or a hoist.
  • Page 90 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels 4. Install the brake caliper and tighten the 8. Raise the front wheel off the ground mounting bolts. again, and check that the wheel rotates freely after you release the brake. Torque: 30 N·m (3.1 kgf·m, 22 lbf·ft). 9.

  • Page 91: Rear Wheel

    Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels ❙ Rear Wheel Wheel speed sensor (NC700XA only) Removal Pulser ring 1. Support your motorcycle securely and (NC700XA only) raise the rear wheel off the ground using a maintenance stand or a hoist. 2. Loosen the rear axle nut, lock nuts and turn the adjusting nuts so the rear wheel Rear axle can be moved all the way forward for...
  • Page 92 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels 5. Remove the rear axle shaft, washers, NOTICE brake caliper bracket, rear wheel and side When installing the brake caliper into position, carefully collars. fit the brake disc between the pads to avoid scratching Support the brake caliper assembly so them.
  • Page 93 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels 3. Adjust the drive chain. If a torque wrench was not used for P. 66 4. Install and tighten the rear axle nut. installation, see your dealer as soon as possible to verify proper assembly. Torque: 98 N·m (10.0 kgf·m, 72 lbf·ft). Improper assembly may lead to loss of 5.

  • Page 94: Electrical Trouble

    Electrical Trouble Battery Goes Dead Burned-out Light Bulb Charge the battery using a motorcycle Follow the procedure below to replace a battery charger. burned-out light bulb. Remove the battery from the motorcycle Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK while charging.
  • Page 95 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ Headlight Bulb 1. Pull off the socket without turning. 2. Remove the dust cover. Top mark Bulb 3. Press the pin down and pull out the bulb without turning it. 4. Install a new bulb and parts in the reverse order of removal.
  • Page 96 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ ❙ Position Light Bulb Brake/Tail Light Bulb 1. Remove the screw A. Bulb Socket Screw A 1. Pull off the socket without turning. 2. Pull out the bulb without turning. 3. Install a new bulb and parts in the reverse order of removal.
  • Page 97 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb 2. Open the under side of the rear fender. 6. Slightly press the bulb and turn it 3. Remove the screws B and the screw C. counterclockwise. 4. Remove the brake/tail light assembly. Socket Bulb Screw C Brake/tail light assembly Under side of...
  • Page 98 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ Front/Rear Turn Signal Bulb 1. Remove the screw. 2. Remove the turn signal lens. 3. Slightly press the bulb and turn it counterclockwise. Turn signal lens Bulb Screw 4. Install a new bulb and parts in the reverse order of removal.

  • Page 99: Blown Fuse

    3. Remove the fuse box cover. Spare fuses 4. Pull the fuses out with the fuse puller in the tool kit one by one check for a blown (NC700X) fuse. Always replace a blown fuse with a Fuse box cover spare of the same rating.

  • Page 100: Main Fuse

    Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse ❙ Main Fuse 4. Pull the main fuse out with the fuse puller in the tool kit and check for a blown fuse. Wire connector Always replace a blown fuse with a spare of the same rating. Spare main fuse is provided in the starter magnetic switch.

  • Page 101: Information

    Information Keys.............P. 98 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features..P. 99 Fuels Containing Alcohol......P. 101 Catalytic Converter ........P. 102 Caring for Your Motorcycle.....P. 103 Storing Your Motorcycle ......P. 105 Transporting Your Motorcycle ....P. 106 You & the Environment ......P. 107 Serial Numbers .........P. 108...

  • Page 102: Keys

    Keys Keys To make a duplicate key and register it with your HISS system, take the spare key, the key number plate, and the motorcycle to your Ignition key dealer. The ignition key contains a special coded chip that is recognized by the immobilizer system A metal key holder may cause damage to the (HISS) in order to start the engine.

  • Page 103: Instruments, Controls, & Other Features

    Ignition Switch HISS The headlight is always on when the ignition The Honda Ignition Security System (HISS) switch is on. Leaving the ignition switch on with immobilizes the engine’s ignition system if an the engine stopped will drain the battery.
  • Page 104 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features South Africa only Singapore only 1. With the ignition switch on, press and hold the A button ( ) for 2 seconds or more. P. 20 The HISS indicator flashes once. 2. Turn the ignition switch off. EC Directive Document Bag This immobilizer system complies with R &...

  • Page 105: Fuels Containing Alcohol

    Fuels Containing Alcohol Fuels Containing Alcohol The use of petrol containing more than 10% ethanol (or more than 5% methanol) may: ● Some conventional fuels blended with alcohol Damage the painting of the fuel tank. ● are available in some locales to help reduce Damage the rubber tubes of the fuel line.

  • Page 106: Catalytic Converter

    A defective catalytic converter contributes to air pollution and can impair your engine’s performance. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or equivalent.

  • Page 107: Caring For Your Motorcycle

    Frequent cleaning and polishing is important to 3. Thoroughly rinse your motorcycle with plenty ensure the long life of your Honda. A clean of clean water and dry with a soft, clean motorcycle makes it easier to spot potential cloth.
  • Page 108 Caring for Your Motorcycle ❙ Washing Precautions Using plenty of water, clean the mat Follow these guidelines when washing: painted surface with a soft cloth or ● Do not use high-pressure washers: sponge. Dry with a soft, clean cloth. High-pressure water cleaners can damage Use neutral detergent to clean mat moving parts and electrical parts, painted surface.

  • Page 109: Storing Your Motorcycle

    Storing Your Motorcycle ● Storing Your Motorcycle Avoid getting petrol, brake fluid, or detergents on the instruments, windscreen, panels, or headlight. If you store your motorcycle outdoors, you should consider using a full-body motorcycle Exhaust Pipe and Muffler cover. The exhaust pipe and muffler are stainless steel If you won’t be riding for an extended period, but may become stained by mud or dust.

  • Page 110: Transporting Your Motorcycle

    Transporting Your Motorcycle Transporting Your After removing your motorcycle from storage, inspect all maintenance items required by the Motorcycle Maintenance Schedule. If your motorcycle needs to be transported, it should be carried on a motorcycle trailer or a flatbed truck or trailer that has a loading ramp or lifting platform, and motorcycle tie-down straps.

  • Page 111: You & The Environment

    You & the Environment You & the Environment drain or on the ground. Used oil, petrol, coolant, and cleaning solvents contain poisons Owning and riding a motorcycle can be that can hurt refuse workers and contaminate enjoyable, but you must do your part to protect drinking water, lakes, rivers, and oceans.

  • Page 112: Serial Numbers

    Serial Numbers Serial Numbers The frame and engine serial numbers uniquely identify your motorcycle and are required in order to register your motorcycle. They may also be required when ordering replacement parts. The frame number is stamped on the right side of the steering head.

  • Page 113: Main Components

    1.894 Caster angle 27º 00´ 1.454 Gear ratios Trail 110 mm (4.3 in) 1.200 NC700X 214 kg (472 lb) 1.033 Curb weight NC700XA 218 kg (481 lb) 0.837 Except KO type 209 kg (461 lb) Maximum weight Reduction ratios 1.731 / 2.687...

  • Page 114: Service Data

    After disassembly Front 3.3 Imp qt) METZELER ROADTEC Z8 INTERACT E Recommended Recommended Tyres BRIDGESTONE BT023R G Honda DOT 4 Brake Fluid Rear brake fluid METZELER ROADTEC Z8 INTERACT Cooling system Front 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm , 36 psi) Tyre air 1.69 litres (1.79 US qt, 1.49 Imp qt)

  • Page 115: Torque Specifications

    10 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7 lbf·ft) Brake/Tail light 12V-21/5W screw C Front turn signal lights 12V-21W × 2 Rear turn signal lights 12V-21W × 2 Position light 12V-5W ■ Fuses Main fuse NC700X 15A, 7.5A Other fuses NC700XA 30A, 15A, 7.5A...

  • Page 116: Index

    Index Index Combined ABS ...........13 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Coolant..........47, 60 Indicator..........24, 81 Crankcase Breather........73 Accessories ..........16 Digital Clock Adjustment ......23 Battery ..........43, 55 Drive Chain..........65 Brakelight Switch ........74 Brakes Fluid ........... 46, 62 Electrical Trouble ........90 Pad Wear ..........
  • Page 117 Horn Button..........26 Flooded Engine ......... 28 Frame Number ........108 Fuel Ignition Cut-off System Gauge............21 Banking Sensor........100 Recommended......... 31 Side Stand ..........64 Remaining..........21 Ignition key..........98 Tank Capacity .......... 31 Ignition Switch ........27, 28 Fuels Containing Alcohol .......
  • Page 118 PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) Maintenance malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)..24, 80 Fundamentals........... 41 Protective Apparel........11 Importance..........37 Safety............37 Schedule ..........38 Rear Seat ............30 Maximum Weight Limit ......17 Recommended Modifications..........16 Coolant ............47 Fuel ............31 Oil ............45 Neutral Indicator ........25 Refuelling...........30 Removal Clip............54...
  • Page 119 Safety Precautions ........11 Tachometer..........21 Serial Numbers ........108 Throttle ............72 Shifting Gears..........29 Tool kit............51 Side Stand..........64 Transporting Your Motorcycle ....106 Side Stand Ignition Cut-off System..64 Tripmeter ..........21, 99 Specifications .......... 109 Troubleshooting........

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