Running-In; Riding - Honda CB Hornet 160R Owner's Manual

Low Air Temperature (10
1. Follow Step 1 & 2 from "Normal Air
Temperature" starting procedure.
2. When engine speed begins to pickup
operate the choke knob to keep fast idle.
3. Continue warming up the engine until
it runs smoothly and responds to the
throttle when the choke knob is at fully
OFF (B).
Flooded Engine
If the engine fails to start after repeated
attempts, it may be flooded with excess fuel.
(Use the start button)
To clear a flooded engine, turn the ignition
switch to ON, and move the choke knob to
fully OFF (B). Open the throttle fully and
crank the engine for 5 seconds. If the engine
starts, quickly close the throttle, then open
it slightly if idling is unstable. If the engine
does not start, Wait for 10 seconds, then
follow the starting procedure.
(Use the kickstarter)
To clear a flooded engine, turn OFF the
ignition switch and move the choke knob
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C or below): to fully OFF (B). Open the throttle fully
0
and crank the engine several times with
the kickstarter. Turn the ignition switch to
ON and open the throttle slightly; start the
engine using the kickstarter.

RUNNING-IN

Help assure your vehicle's future reliability
and performance by paying extra attention
to how you ride during the first 500 km
(300 miles).
During this period, avoid full-throttle starts
and rapid acceleration.

RIDING

Review Vehicle Safety (page 3-7) before
you ride.
Make sure the side stand is fully retracted
before riding the vehicle. If the stand is
extended, it may interfere with control
during a left turn.
1. After the engine has been warmed up,
2. While the engine is idling, pull in the
the vehicle is ready for riding.
clutch lever and depress the gearshift
pedal to shift into 1st (low) gear.
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