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  • 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 Congratulations on your purchase of a new Country Codes Honda motorcycle. Your selection of a Code Country Honda makes you part of a worldwide family NC750XA of satisfied customers who appreciate ED, III ED European direct sales Honda’s reputation for building quality into Australia, New Zealand every product.
  • 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 Contents Motorcycle Safety P. 2 Operation Guide P. 18 Maintenance P. 71 Troubleshooting P. 118 Information P. 140 Specifications P. 154 Index P. 158...
  • Page 6 Motorcycle Safety This section contains important information for safe riding of your motorcycle. Please read this section carefully. Safety Guidelines .........P. 3 Image Labels..........P. 6 Safety Precautions ........P. 11 Riding Precautions ........P. 12 Accessories & Modifications......P. 16 Loading ............P. 17...
  • Page 7 Safety Guidelines Safety Guidelines that you and your passenger are both wearing an approved motorcycle helmet and protective apparel. Instruct your passenger on holding Follow these guidelines to enhance your safety: ● Perform all routine and regular inspections onto the grab rails or your waist, leaning with 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. Inspect your motorcycle before every ride and...
  • 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 Read instructions contained in Owner’s Manual carefully. Except KO type The following pages describe the label Read instructions contained in Shop Manual meanings. Some labels warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious 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 Except U type 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 & DRIVE CHAIN 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] DUNLOP D609F...
  • Page 14 Image Labels SAFETY REMINDER LABEL For your protection, always wear helmet, protective apparel. FUEL LABEL Unleaded petrol only ETHANOL up to 10 % by volume CARGO LIMIT LABEL Do not exceed 5.0 kg (11.0 lb) CARGO LIMIT LABEL Do not exceed 2.0 kg (4.5 lb)
  • Page 15 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 or Not wearing a helmet increases the your waist, passenger’s feet on the footpegs chance of serious injury or death in a...
  • Page 16 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 follow these guidelines to ensure your motorcycle’s stability. motorcycle’s future reliability and performance.
  • Page 17 Riding Precautions ❙ ❙ Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Engine Braking This model is equipped with an Anti-lock Brake Engine braking helps slow your motorcycle System (ABS) designed to help prevent the down when you release the throttle. For further brakes from locking up during hard braking. 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 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 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 Parts Location NC750XA Rear brake fluid reservoir (P101) (P88) Battery Main fuse (P139) Front brake fluid reservoir (P101) Front brake lever (P116) (P113) Throttle grip Engine oil fill cap/dipstick (P93) (P99) Coolant reserve tank Engine oil filter (P95) (P90) Lower cowl...
  • Page 23 Data link connector Clutch lever (P110) Maintenance lid (P92) (P67) Luggage box (P65) Rear seat (P66) Fuel fill cap Fuse box (P138) Drive chain (P106) (P57) Shift lever Side stand (P105) (P114) Crankcase breather...
  • Page 24 Parts Location NC750XD Rear brake fluid reservoir (P101) (P88) Battery Main fuse (P139) Front brake fluid reservoir (P101) Front brake lever (P116) (P113) Throttle grip Engine oil fill cap/dipstick (P93) (P99) Coolant reserve tank (P95) Engine oil filter (P91) Lower cowl Clutch oil filter (P97) Engine oil drain bolt...
  • Page 25 Parking brake lever (P103) Data link connector Maintenance lid (P92) (P67) Luggage box Rear seat (P65) Fuel fill cap (P66) Fuse box (P138) (P106) Drive chain (P105) Side stand Crankcase breather (P114)
  • Page 26 Instruments SET button SEL button Total area Display Check All the modes and digital segments will show when the ignition switch is turned on. If any part of these displays does not come on when it should, have your dealer check for problems.
  • Page 27 Tachometer (P29) NOTICE Do not operate the engine in the tachometer red zone. Excessive engine speed can adversely affect engine life. Speedometer Tachometer red zone (excessive engine rpm range) Clock (P36) To set the clock: D indicator NC750XD Fuel gauge Comes on when the D mode is selected in Remaining fuel when only 1st (E) (P61)
  • Page 28 Instruments Total/Fuel mileage display The total/fuel mileage display shows the odometer, tripmeter, fuel mileage gauge, and other information. Press the SEL button to change the display. Current fuel Average fuel Fuel Current fuel Average fuel mileage mileage A consumption A mileage mileage B Odometer...
  • Page 29 ❙ Odometer Total distance ridden. When “------” is displayed, go to your dealer for service. ❙ Tripmeter A/B Distance ridden since the tripmeter was reset. When“----.-” is displayed, go to your dealer for service. (P28) To reset the tripmeter: ❙ Current fuel mileage The current fuel mileage shows the current fuel mileage you are getting.
  • Page 30 Instruments ❙ Average fuel mileage A/B Shows each average fuel mileage in conjunction with each tripmeter. When each tripmeter is reset, each average fuel mileage will also reset. (P28) To reset the tripmeter: When each tripmeter is reset: “---.-” is displayed. When “---.-”...
  • Page 31 ❙ Trip time Shows the operating time since the engine was started. The trip time return to 0:00 when the readout exceeds 23:59 (hours:minutes). ❙ Today date (P36) To set the today date: ❙ Reserve tripmeter (only when reserve fuel mode) Distance ridden since the 1st (E) segment of the fuel gauge and RES start flashing.
  • Page 32 Instruments ❙ To reset the tripmeter To reset the tripmeter, press and hold the SET button while the tripmeter that you want to reset is being displayed. Also, after refuelling more than the reserve amount, tripmeter A, average fuel mileage A, and fuel consumption A will automatically reset when your motorcycle travels 0.1 km (0.06 mile).
  • Page 33 Backlight brightness setting The brightness of the display can be set to H (high) or L (low). When the SET button is pressed, the following display appears and the brightness is set. (P36) The brightness of the display can be adjusted to H (high)/L (low) for each. H (high) L (low) Tachometer colour information...
  • Page 34 Instruments Order of priority for the colour: Base colour mode Shift up mode ECO mode • User setting mode • DCT mode Base colour mode The display switches as follows by pressing and holding the SEL button: User setting DCT mode Gear position Engine rev mode...
  • Page 35 ❙ User setting mode You can change the tachometer segment colour from the following colour. Default setting is “BLUE”. Colour WHITE AMBER YELLOW GREEN AQUA BLUE VIOLET PINK (P36) To set the colour: ❙ DCT mode NC750XD Depending on the dual clutch transmission mode, the tachometer segment colour changes as follows.
  • Page 36 Instruments ❙ Gear position mode Depending on the gear position, the tachometer segment colour changes as follows. Gear position Colour WHITE YELLOW AMBER PINK VIOLET BLUE AQUA ❙ Engine rev mode Depending on the engine revs, the tachometer segment colour changes as follows. More Engine rev ~1,600...
  • Page 37 ECO mode Depending on the fuel consumption, the tachometer segment colour will change. If the fuel consumption is improved, the color of the tachometer will change to AQUA. Further, when the fuel consumption is improved, it will turn GREEN. The ECO mode colour is not displayed at speeds below approximately 20 km/h (12mph). When the gear position mode or engine rev mode in the base colour mode is selected, the ECO mode colour is not displayed even if the ECO mode is set to on.
  • Page 38 Instruments Opening/Ending display You can select the meter display when turning the ignition switch on or off from the STD mode and SP mode. If you select the SP mode, the letters you want to show can also be displayed while the opening/ending display is shown.
  • Page 39 Gear position indicator “-” flashes when the ignition switch is turned on with the engine stop switch NC750XA (Off) position. The gear position is shown in the gear position indicator. The indicator may flash if: “-” flashes when the ignition switch is The front wheel leaves the ground.
  • Page 40 Instruments Setting Mode Select the items you want to set from the following setting modes. Press and hold the SEL button and SET button Ordinary display Press the SEL button Press the SET button (P38) ON/OFF Setting Mode You can set to on or off of the ECO mode, shift up mode, HISS, and tripmeter A automatic reset mode.
  • Page 41 Selecting the setting mode: To return to the ordinary display from the setting mode: Turn the ignition switch to on. • The SEL button and/or SET button is not Press and hold the SEL button and SET pressed for about 30 seconds. button until the ON/OFF setting display •...
  • Page 42 Instruments ON/OFF Setting Mode 2 Shift up mode setting: 1 ECO mode setting: You can set on or off of the shift up mode. You can set on or off of the ECO mode. Press the SEL button to select “ ”...
  • Page 43 3 Shift up point adjustment: 4 HISS indicator setting: You can adjust the shift up point. You can set the HISS indicator to blink on or The range of the adjustment: off. 4,200 to 6,400 r/min (rpm) Press the SEL button to select “ ”...
  • Page 44 Instruments 5 Activating/deactivating of tripmeter A, ADJ Setting Mode average fuel mileage and fuel 1 Clock (12/24-hour) setting: consumption automatic reset mode: (P36) Select the ADJ setting mode. You can also activate or deactivate the Press the SEL button to select 12-hour or 24- automatic reset mode by refuelling after low hour.
  • Page 45 2 Clock setting: Press the SET button. The clock is set, and the display moves to the backlight Press the SEL button until the desired hour is brightness H (high) adjustment. displayed. When the 12-hour display is set, the AM/ 3 Backlight brightness H (high) PM is displayed.
  • Page 46 Instruments 4 Backlight brightness L (low) adjustment: You can adjust the brightness to one of five levels. Press the SEL button until the desired month The backlight brightness L (low) can be is displayed. adjusted in the same manner as H (high). Press and hold the SEL button to advance L (low) can not adjust brighter than H (high).
  • Page 47 Press the SEL button until the desired day is SP Setting Mode displayed. 1 Selecting the user setting mode colour: Press and hold the SEL button to advance (P36) Select the SP setting mode. the day fast. Press the SEL button. The colour is switched. When the ECO mode is set to on, AQUA and GREEN can not be selected.
  • Page 48 Instruments 3 Inputting the opening message: Press the SET button. The user setting mode Opening message can input 6 letters for each colour is set, and the display moves to the 3 lines. opening/ending display setting. Press the SEL button until the desired letter 2 Opening/ending display setting: is displayed.
  • Page 49 Press the SET button. The letter is set, and Selecting letters at the opening/ending the next letter will start flashing. display: Follow the procedure step 1 and 2 until the When the SEL button is pressed, the letters end of line 3 letter is set. are displayed in the following order.
  • Page 50 Instruments UNIT Setting Mode 2 Changing the fuel mileage meter unit: ED, III ED type Press the SEL button to select “km/L”or “L/ 1 Changing the speed and mileage unit: 100km”. If the “mph” for speed and “mile” for (P36) Select the UNIT setting mode.
  • Page 51 Indicators If one of these indicators does not come on when it should, have your dealer check for problems. Low oil pressure indicator Comes on when the ignition switch is turned on. Goes off when the engine starts. (P121) If it comes on while engine is running: High coolant temperature indicator (P120) If it comes on while riding:...
  • Page 52 Indicators Left turn signal indicator Right turn signal indicator (P143) HISS indicator • Comes on briefly when the ignition switch is turned on with the engine stop switch in the (Run) position. Goes off if the ignition key has the correct coding.
  • Page 54 Switches NC750XA Engine stop switch Should normally remain in the (Run) position. In an emergency, switch to the (Off) position (the starter motor will not operate) to stop the engine. Start button Hazard switch Switchable when the ignition Horn button switch is on.
  • Page 55 (On) Turns electrical system Ignition Switch on for starting/riding. Switches the electrical system on/off, locks the (Off) steering. Turns engine off. Key can be removed when in the (Off) or (Lock) position. (Lock) Locks steering. ❙ Steering Lock Locking Lock the steering when parking to help Turn the handlebar all the way to the left.
  • Page 56 Switches NC750XD Parking brake lever and Release button Be sure the parking brake is applied while parking and (P50) Hazard switch warming up the engine. Shift up switch (+) Make sure the parking brake lever is released before riding. To shift up the gear. (P64) To apply the parking brake lock Pull the parking brake lever back to lock the rear wheel.
  • Page 57 Ignition Switch Switches the electrical system on/off, locks the steering. Key can be removed when in (Off) or (Lock) position. Steering Lock: (P51) A/M switch To shift between the AT MODE and MT MODE. (P61) N-D switch To shift between Neutral Engine stop switch (P61) and AT MODE.
  • Page 58 Starting the Engine NC750XA Make sure the engine stop switch is in the (Run) position. Start your engine using the following Turn the ignition switch to the (On) procedure, regardless of whether the engine position. is cold or warm. Shift the transmission to Neutral ( indicator comes on).
  • Page 59 NC750XD Make sure the engine stop switch is in the (Run) position. Start your engine using the following procedure, regardless of whether the engine Turn the ignition switch to the (On) is cold or warm. position. Check the transmission in Neutral ( indicator comes on).
  • Page 60 Starting the Engine When you stop the engine To stop the engine, put gear to Neutral ( indicator comes on). If you turn the ignition switch to the (Off) position when the motorcycle in gear, the engine will shut off with the clutch disengaged.
  • Page 61 Shifting Gears NC750XA NC750XD Your motorcycle transmission has 6 forward Your motorcycle is equipped with an gears in a one-down, five-up shift pattern. automatically controlled 6-speed transmission. It can be shifted automatically (by AT MODE) or manually (by MT MODE).
  • Page 62 Shifting Gears NC750XD Dual Clutch Transmission N-D switch In order to respond to rider demands in a A/M switch broad range of situations, the transmission is equipped with three operating modes, AT MODE (including D mode for regular MODE MODE operation and three level of S mode for sporty riding);...
  • Page 63 Neutral (N): Neutral is selected When you can change between N and D automatically when you turn the ignition Motorcycle is stopped and the engine is idling. switch to on. Throttle is completely closed. It is not If neutral is not selected when you turn possible to change from Neutral to D mode the ignition switch to on: while the throttle is applied.
  • Page 64 Shifting Gears AT MODE: In this mode the gears are shifted S mode (AT): Select this mode while riding automatically according to your riding in AT MODE when you need more power, conditions. such as when overtaking, climbing hills, And also using the shift up switch (+), shift pulling away.
  • Page 65 Changing between Neutral and AT Changing between D mode and S mode while in AT MODE MODE/MT MODE Press the D/S side of the N-D switch. The S or D mode indicator comes on Changing from Neutral (N) to AT MODE Changing between AT MODE and MT Press the D/S side of the N-D switch MODE...
  • Page 66 Shifting Gears S mode level selecting while in AT MODE N-D switch While in S mode, press and hold the D/S side of the N-D ) switch. Close the throttle completely. Then select the desired level of the S mode. Level 1 Level 2 Level 1...
  • Page 67 Riding in MT MODE Shift up and down with the shift up switch (+) and shift down switch (−). The selected gear is shown on the gear position indicator. If the MT MODE is selected, the transmission does not shift up automatically. Do not allow the engine revs to go into the red zone.
  • Page 68 Shifting Gears Gear shift operation Shifting Up: Press the shift up switch (+) Shifting Down: Press the shift down switch (-) You cannot continue shifting gear by keeping the shift switch pressed. To continue shifting gear release the switch and press it again. Shift Limit You can’t shift down if the engine revs exceed the limit.
  • Page 69 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. Push down the front of the rear seat until it locks in place.
  • Page 70 Refuelling Fuel type: Unleaded petrol only Fuel fill cap Lower edge of Fuel octane number: Your motorcycle is filler neck designed to use Research Octane Number (RON) 91 or higher. Tank capacity: 14.1 litres (3.73 US gal, 3.10 Imp gal) ❙...
  • Page 71 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 72 Storage Equipment A helmet can be stored in the luggage box. Luggage box lid Set in the front of the helmet upward. Never exceed the maximum weight limit. Maximum Weight: 2.0kg (4.5 lb) Helmet Luggage box lid Some helmets may not fit in the compartment due to their size or design.
  • Page 73 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 Maintenance lid (P89)
  • Page 74 Storage Equipment Helmet holder Use the helmet holder only when parked. The helmet holder is located under the rear ❙ (P65) Opening the rear seat. 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 75 Maintenance Please read “Importance of Maintenance” and “Maintenance Fundamentals” carefully before attempting any maintenance. Refer to “Specifications” for service data. Importance of Maintenance ..... P. 72 Coolant ............P. 99 Maintenance Schedule ......P. 73 Brakes ............P. 101 Maintenance Fundamentals ..... P. 76 Side Stand..........P.
  • Page 76 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 77 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 78 : Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace if necessary) necessary tools and are mechanically skilled. Procedures are provided in : Lubricate an official Honda Shop Manual. : Replace : Technical. In the interest of safety, have your motorcycle serviced by your : Clean dealer.
  • Page 79 *5 : Replacement requires mechanical skill. *2 : Service more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty *6 : NC750XA only. areas. *7 : NC750XD only. *3 : Service more frequently when riding in rain or at full throttle.
  • Page 80 Wheels and tyres − Check condition, air P. 66 pressure and adjust if necessary. P. 83 ● Throttle − Check for smooth opening and NC750XA full closing in all steering positions. ● Clutch − Check operation; P. 113 Adjust freeplay if necessary.
  • Page 81 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 82 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 83 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 84 Conserving” or “Resource Conserving” on the For recommended engine oil, see circular API service symbol. “Specifications.” P. 155 If you use non-Honda engine oil, check the label to make sure that the oil satisfies all of the following standards: ● JASO T 903 standard*...
  • Page 85 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 86 Drive chain lubricant designed specifically for O-ring chains Recommended Coolant If not available, use SAE 80 or 90 gear oil. 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 87 Maintenance Fundamentals A concentration of up to 60% will provide Tyres (Inspecting/Replacing) better protection in colder climates. ❙ Checking the Air Pressure NOTICE Visually inspect your tyres and use an air Using coolant not specified for aluminium engines or pressure gauge to measure the air pressure at ordinary tap water can cause corrosion.
  • Page 88 Maintenance Fundamentals ❙ ❙ Inspecting for Damage Inspecting Tread Depth Inspect the tyres for Inspect the tread wear indicators. If they cuts, slits, or cracks become visible, replace the tyres immediately. that exposes fabric or For safe riding, you should replace the tyres cords, or nails or when the minimum tread depth is reached.
  • Page 89 Follow all instructions in this owner’s and load range. manual regarding tyre inflation and ● Have the wheel balanced with Honda maintenance. Genuine balance weights or equivalents after the tyre is installed. Germany ●...
  • Page 90 Maintenance Fundamentals ● Use only tubeless tyres on this motorcycle. Air Cleaner The rims are designed for tubeless tyres, and This motorcycle is equipped with a viscous type during hard acceleration or braking, a tube- air cleaner element. type tyre could slip on the rim and cause the Compressed air cleaning or any other cleaning tyre to rapidly deflate.
  • Page 91 Tool Kit The tool kit is stored in the luggage box. ED type ● P. 69 10 x 14 mm Open end wrench ● 12 x 14 mm Open end wrench ● You can perform some roadside repairs, Standard/Phillips screwdriver minor adjustments and parts replacement ●...
  • Page 92 Removing & Installing Body Components ❙ Battery Removal Make sure the ignition switch is off. 1. Open the luggage box. P. 67 Negative Positive 2. Remove the maintenance lid. P. 92 terminal terminal 3. Unhook the rubber strap. 4. Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery.
  • Page 93 Removing & Installing Body Components Clip ❙ Clip Installation 1. Slightly open the retaining pawls and then ❙ Removal push them out. 1. Press down on the centre pin to release 2. Insert the clip into the hole. the lock. 3.
  • Page 94 Removing & Installing Body Components Lower Cowl ❙ Lower Cowl Removal 1. Remove the screws. NC750XA 2. Remove the lower cowl by releasing its Lower cowl Grommets Screw prongs from the grommets. ❙ Installation Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
  • Page 95 Removing & Installing Body Components Lower Cowl ❙ Removal NC750XD Lower cowl Grommets Screw B 1. Remove the screw A and B. 2. Remove the lower cowl by releasing its prongs from the grommets. ❙ Installation Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
  • Page 96 Removing & Installing Body Components Maintenance Lid ❙ Maintenance Lid Removal 1. Open the luggage box. P. 67 2. Remove the screws. Maintenance lid 3. Remove the maintenance lid. ❙ Installation 1. Install the maintenance lid. 2. Install and tighten the screws. Torque: 3 N·m (0.3 kgf·m, 2.2 lbf·ft).
  • Page 97 Engine Oil Checking the Engine Oil NC750XA 1. If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 Upper level to 5 minutes. 2. Turn the ignition switch off and wait for 2 to 3 minutes. 3. Place your motorcycle in an upright position on a firm, level surface.
  • Page 98 Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil 2. Securely reinstall the oil fill cap/dipstick. NOTICE If the engine oil is below or near the lower Overfilling with oil or operating with insufficient oil can level mark, add the recommended engine oil. cause damage to your engine.
  • Page 99 Changing Engine Oil & Filter 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. Sealing washer NOTICE...
  • Page 100 8. Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the When changing oil only: rubber seal of a new oil filter. NC750XA 9. Install the new oil filter and tighten. 3.1 litres (3.3 US qt, 2.7 Imp qt) Torque: 26 N·m (2.7 kgf·m, 19 lbf·ft).
  • Page 101 2. Remove the clutch oil filter cover, clutch oil filter and spring by removing the NC750XD clutch oil filter cover bolts. Use a new Honda Genuine clutch oil filter or Discard the oil and clutch oil filter at equivalent specified for your model. an approved recycling centre.
  • Page 102 Engine Oil Changing Clutch Oil Filter 3. Install the new clutch oil filter with the 9. Install a new sealing washer onto the rubber seal facing in, toward the engine. drain bolt. Tighten the drain bolt. You will see “OUT-SIDE” mark on the Torque: 30 N·m (3.1 kgf·m, 22 lbf·ft).
  • Page 103 Coolant Checking the Coolant If the coolant level is dropping noticeably or the reserve tank is empty, you likely have a Check the coolant level in the reserve tank serious leak. Have your motorcycle inspected while the engine is cold. by your dealer.
  • Page 104 Coolant Changing Coolant 2. 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. 3. Securely reinstall the cap. 4.
  • Page 105 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 106 Brakes Inspecting the Brake Pads Inspecting the Brake Pads Front Inspect the brake pads from below the brake caliper. Check the condition of the brake pad groove Rear Inspect the brake pads from the wear indicators. rear right of the motorcycle. The pads need to be replaced if a brake pad If necessary have the pads replaced by your is worn to the indicator.
  • Page 107 Brakes Inspecting the Parking Brake Inspecting the Parking Brake Place your motorcycle on a firm, level surface. Stop the engine and push your NC750XD motorcycle while applying the parking brake lever to check the efficacy of the parking Parking brake lever brake.
  • Page 108 Brakes Adjusting the Brakelight Switch Adjusting the Brakelight Switch Check the operation of the brakelight switch. Turn the adjusting nut in the direction A if the switch operates too late, or turn the nut in the direction B if the switch operates too soon.
  • Page 109 Side Stand Checking the Side Stand NC750XA Sit on the motorcycle, put the transmission in Neutral, and raise the side stand. NC750XD Sit on the motorcycle and raise the side stand. NC750XA Side stand Start the engine, pull the clutch lever in, spring and shift the transmission into gear.
  • Page 110 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 111 Drive Chain Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack 5. Inspect the sprockets. P. 81 Lock nut Wheel speed sensor 6. Clean and lubricate the drive chain. P. 82 Rear axle nut Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack Adjusting the chain requires special tools. Have Adjusting the drive chain slack adjusted by your dealer.
  • Page 112 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 113 Drive Chain Checking the Drive Chain Slider ❙ Checking the Drive Chain Slider Checking the Drive Chain Wear Check the chain wear label when adjusting Check the condition of the drive chain slider. the drive chain. If the arrow mark on the The drive chain slider will need to be replaced chain adjuster plate enters the red zone on if the chain slider is worn to the wear limit...
  • Page 114 Clutch Checking the Clutch Check the clutch cable for kinks or signs of wear. If necessary have it replaced by your NC750XA dealer. ❙ Checking the Clutch Lever Freeplay Lubricate the clutch cable with a commercially available cable lubricant to Check the clutch lever freeplay.
  • Page 115 Clutch Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay Upper lock nut NC750XA – ❙ 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 116 Clutch Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay 1. Loosen the upper lock nut and turn the Lower lock 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 117 Throttle Checking the Throttle With the engine off, check that the throttle rotates smoothly from fully closed to fully open in all steering positions and throttle freeplay is correct. If the throttle does not move smoothly, close automatically, or if the cable is damaged, have the motorcycle inspected by your dealer.
  • Page 118 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 119 Other Adjustments Adjusting the Headlight Aim You can adjust vertical aim of the headlight for proper alignment. Turn the pinion using a Phillips screwdriver provided in the tool kit P. 87) in or out as necessary. Obey local laws and regulations. Raise Pinion Lower...
  • Page 120 Other Adjustments Adjusting the Brake Lever Adjusting the Brake Lever After adjustment, check that the levers operate correctly before riding. You can adjust the distance between the tip NOTICE of the brake lever and the handle grip. Do not turn the adjuster beyond its natural limit. ❙...
  • Page 121 Other Adjustments Adjusting the Rear Suspension Adjusting the Rear Suspension Pin spanner ED type ❙ Spring Preload You can adjust the spring preload by the adjuster to suit the load or the road surface. Use the pin spanner and extension bar to turn the adjuster.
  • Page 122 Troubleshooting Engine Will Not Start (HISS indicator stays If the “-” Indicator is Blinking in the Gear ............P. 119 Position Window While Riding..... P. 123 Overheating (High coolant temperature Other Warning Indication ....... P. 124 indicator is on)........P. 120 Fuel Gauge Failure Indication ....P. 124 Warning Indicators On or Flashing ..P.
  • Page 123 Engine Will Not Start (HISS indicator stays on) Starter Motor Operates But Check if there are no any metallic seals or stickers on the key. Engine Does Not Start If the HISS indicator still stays on, have your motorcycle inspected by your Check the following items: dealer.
  • Page 124 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 position. (Off) If the fan is not operating: ●...
  • Page 125 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 126 Warning Indicators On or Flashing ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) If the ABS indicator stays on, your brakes will continue to work as a conventional system, Indicator 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 127 If the “-” Indicator is Blinking in the Gear Position Window While Riding NC750XD If you still cannot start the engine: If the “-” indicator is blinking while riding, Start the engine while applying the brake you may have a serious problem with the lever or pressing the brake pedal.
  • Page 128 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 129 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 130 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels When removing and installing the wheel, be 1. Place on a firm, level surface. careful not to damage the wheel speed 2. Cover right side of the front wheel and sensor and pulser ring. brake caliper with protective tape or cloth.
  • Page 131 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 132 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 133 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels ❙ Rear Wheel 4. Loosen the rear axle nut, lock nuts and turn the adjusting nuts so the rear wheel Removal can be moved all the way forward for 1. Support your motorcycle securely and maximum drive chain slack. raise the rear wheel off the ground using 5.
  • Page 134 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels 6. Remove the drive chain from the rear 7. Remove the rear axle shaft, washers, wheel sprocket by pushing the rear wheel brake caliper bracket, rear wheel and side forward. collars. Support the brake caliper assembly so Rear axle shaft that it doesn’t hang from the brake hose.
  • Page 135 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels Installation 2. Make sure that the slot on the brake 1. To install the rear wheel, reverse the caliper bracket is positioned in the lug on removal procedure. the swingarm. Take care to prevent the brake caliper Brake caliper bracket from scratching the wheel during installation.
  • Page 136 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels 3. Adjust the drive chain. P. 107 NC750XD 4. Install and tighten the rear axle nut. Install the parking brake caliper and tighten the mounting bolts. Torque: 98 N·m (10.0 kgf·m, 72 lbf·ft). Torque: 31 N·m (3.2 kgf·m, 23 lbf·ft). 5.
  • Page 137 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) before charging. position.
  • Page 138 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ Headlight/Position Light ED type Position lights Headlights Headlights and position lights uses several LEDs. If there is a LED which is not turned on, see your dealer for servicing.
  • Page 139 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ Headlight Bulb 1. Pull off the socket without turning. 2. Remove the dust cover. Except ED type 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 140 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ ❙ Position Light Bulb Brake/Tail Light Except ED type Brake/Tail light Bulb Socket The brake and tail light uses several LEDs. If there is a LED which is not turned on, see 1. Pull off the socket without turning. your dealer for servicing.
  • Page 141 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ ❙ Front/Rear Turn Signal Bulb License Plate Light 1. Remove the screw and collar. 1. Remove the screws. 2. Remove the turn signal lens and lens 2. Remove the license plate light cover and packing.
  • Page 142 Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse Blown Fuse NC750XA Fuse box cover Before handling fuses, see “Inspecting and Replacing Fuses.” P. 79 ❙ Fuse Box Fuses 1. Open the luggage box. P. 67 2. Remove the maintenance lid. P. 92 3. Remove the fuse box cover.
  • Page 143 Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse ❙ Main Fuse 4. Disconnect the wire connector of the starter magnetic switch. 5. Pull the main fuse out and check for a Wire connector blown fuse. Always replace a blown fuse with a spare fuse of the same rating. Spare main fuse is provided in the Main starter magnetic switch.
  • Page 144 Information Keys............P. 141 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features ..P. 142 Caring for Your Motorcycle.....P. 145 Storing Your Motorcycle ......P. 149 Transporting Your Motorcycle ....P. 149 You & the Environment ......P. 150 Serial Numbers .........P. 151 Fuels Containing Alcohol......P. 152 Catalytic Converter ........P. 153...
  • Page 145 Keys Keys If you lose a key, make another duplicate key immediately. Ignition key To make a duplicate key and register it with This motorcycle has two ignition keys and a key your HISS system, take the spare key, the key tag with a key number and a bar code.
  • Page 146 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Instruments, Controls, & Tripmeter Other Features The tripmeter A and B returns to 0.0 when the read-out exceeds 9,999.9. Ignition Switch Clock The headlight is always on when the ignition The clock is displayed for 24 hours after the switch is (On).
  • Page 147 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features EC Directive HISS This immobilizer system complies with R & TTE The Honda Ignition Security System (HISS) (Radio and Telecommunications Terminal immobilizes the engine’s ignition system if an Equipment and the mutual recognition of their improperly-coded key is used to try and start conformity) Directive.
  • Page 148 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Document Bag South Africa only Singapore only The owner’s manual, registration, and insurance information can be stored in the plastic document bag located in the owner’s manual box. P. 69 Morocco only Ignition Cut-off System A banking (lean angle) sensor automatically stops the engine and fuel pump if the motorcycle falls over.
  • Page 149 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 150 Caring for Your Motorcycle ❙ ● Washing Precautions Do not direct water near the headlight: Follow these guidelines when washing: Any condensation inside the headlight ● should dissipate after a few minutes of Do not use high-pressure washers: High-pressure water cleaners can damage running the engine.
  • Page 151 Caring for Your Motorcycle Panels Windscreen Follow these guidelines to prevent scratches Using plenty of water, clean the windscreen and blemishes: with a soft cloth or sponge. (Avoid using ● detergents or any kind of chemical cleaner on Wash gently using a soft sponge and plenty of water.
  • Page 152 Caring for Your Motorcycle When the exhaust pipe and muffler are painted, Exhaust Pipe and Muffler do not use a commercially available abrasive The exhaust pipe and muffler are stainless steel kitchen cleaning compound. Use a neutral but may become stained by mud or dust. detergent to clean the painted surface on the exhaust pipe and muffler.
  • Page 153 Storing Your Motorcycle Storing Your Motorcycle After removing your motorcycle from storage, inspect all maintenance items required by the Maintenance Schedule. If you store your motorcycle outdoors, you should consider using a full-body motorcycle cover. Transporting Your If you won’t be riding for an extended period, Motorcycle follow these guidelines: ●...
  • Page 154 You & the Environment You & the Environment drain or on the ground. Used oil, petrol, coolant, and cleaning solvents contain poisons that can hurt refuse workers and contaminate Owning and riding a motorcycle can be enjoyable, but you must do your part to protect drinking water, lakes, rivers, and oceans.
  • Page 155 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 156 Fuels Containing Alcohol Fuels Containing Alcohol The use of petrol containing more than 10% ethanol 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 157 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 158 14.1 litres (3.73 US gal, 3.10 Imp gal) Wheelbase 1,535 mm (60.4 in) YTZ14S Battery 12V-11.2Ah (10 HR) / 11.8Ah (20 HR) Minimum ground clearance 165 mm (6.5 in) NC750XA Caster angle 27º 00´ 2.812 Trail 110 mm (4.3 in) 1.894 NC750XA 1.454...
  • Page 159 3.6 Imp qt) tread depth Rear 2.0 mm (0.08 in) Recommended Spark plugs (standard) IFR6G-11K (NGK) Honda DOT 4 Brake Fluid brake fluid (non- Spark plug gap 1.00 to 1.10 mm (0.039 to 0.043 in) Cooling system adjustable) 1.69 litres (1.79 US qt, 1.49 Imp qt)
  • Page 160 Drive chain slack 30 to 40 mm (1.2 to 1.6 in) Brake/Tail light DID 520V0 or RK 520KHO Front turn signal lights 12V-21W × 2 NC750XA Rear turn signal lights 12V-21W × 2 Standard drive chain No. of links Position light...
  • Page 161 Specifications ■ Torque Specifications Maintenance lid screws 3 N·m (0.3 kgf·m, 2.2 lbf·ft) Engine oil drain bolt 30 N·m (3.1 kgf·m, 22 lbf·ft) Oil filter 26 N·m (2.7 kgf·m, 19 lbf·ft) Front wheel axle shaft 74 N·m (7.5 kgf·m, 55 lbf·ft) Front wheel brake caliper 30 N·m (3.1 kgf·m, 22 lbf·ft) mounting bolts...
  • Page 162 Index Index A/M Switch..........53 Caring for Your Motorcycle ....145 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Catalytic Converter ........153 Indicator........... 47, 122 Clutch Oil filter ..........97 Accessories ..........16 Clutch System...........110 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ....13 Colour label..........77 AT Mode ........58, 60, 61 Coolant..........82, 99 Crankcase Breather........114 Battery ..........
  • Page 163 Environment..........150 High Coolant Temperature Equipment Indicator ........... 47, 120 Owner’s Manual ......69, 144 HISS Indicator ........48, 119 Tool Kit ..........69, 87 Horn Button......... 50, 53 Flooded Engine ......... 54 Ignition Cut-off System Frame Number ........151 Banking Sensor........
  • Page 164 Parking Brake Indicator......48 Maintenance Parts Location ..........18 Fundamentals........... 76 Passing light control switch ....50, 52 Importance..........72 Petrol ..........66, 152 Safety............72 PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) Schedule ..........73 malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)...47, 121 Maximum Weight Limit ......17 Protective Apparel........11 Modifications..........
  • Page 165 S Mode........... 58, 60, 61 Throttle ............ 113 Safety Precautions ........11 Tool Kit ............87 Serial Numbers ........151 Transporting Your Motorcycle ....149 Shift Switch ..........52 Tripmeter ..........142 Shifting Gears..........57 Troubleshooting........118 Side Stand..........105 Turn signal indicators........

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