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MOTORCYCLE SAFETY............................. 1
Important Safety Information ........................... 2
Important Safety Precautions ........................ 2
Accessories & Modifications ........................... 3
Safety Labels .................................................... 4
INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS.................. 5
Operation Component Locations ...................... 6
MIL Blink Pattern ......................................... 7
Current DTC/Freeze DTC............................. 7
Circuit Inspection .......................................... 8
DTC Index..................................................... 9
Mode Indicator ............................................... 10
BEFORE RIDING......................................... 11
Are You Ready to Ride? ................................ 12
Pre-ride Inspection ...................................... 13
Safe Riding Precautions .............................. 16
Starting & Stopping the Engine ...................... 17
Fast Idle Knob ............................................. 17
Preparation .................................................. 17
Starting Procedure ....................................... 17
How to Stop the Engine .............................. 18
Break-in Guidelines ........................................ 19
Contents
SERVICING YOUR HONDA ......................21
Before You Service Your Honda
The Importance of Maintenance .....................22
Maintenance Safety .........................................23
Important Safety Precautions.......................23
Maintenance Schedule ....................................24
After Competition Maintenance ..................31
Service Preparations
Seat ..................................................................33
Fuel Tank ........................................................34
Subframe .........................................................37
Service Procedures
Fluids & Filters
Fuel System .....................................................41
Engine Oil .......................................................51
Coolant ............................................................54
Air Cleaner ......................................................56
Crankcase Breather .........................................58
Engine
Throttle ............................................................59
Engine Idle Speed ...........................................61
Clutch System .................................................62
Spark Plug .......................................................67
Valve Clearance ..............................................68
Piston/Piston Rings/Piston Pin ........................79
Chassis
Suspension ...................................................... 88
Brakes ........................................................... 105
Wheels .......................................................... 109
Tires & Tubes ............................................... 110
Drive Chain .................................................. 112
Exhaust Pipe/Muffler .................................... 115
Electrical
Battery .......................................................... 121
Appearance Care .......................................... 123

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    MOTORCYCLE SAFETY......1 SERVICING YOUR HONDA ......21 Chassis Important Safety Information ......2 Suspension ............88 Before You Service Your Honda Important Safety Precautions ......2 The Importance of Maintenance .....22 Brakes ............105 Wheels ............109 Accessories & Modifications ......3 Maintenance Safety .........23...
  • Page 2 Chemical Products ........163 Control Positioning ........142 Other Products ...........163 Handlebar Position, Width & Shape ..142 Wiring Diagram ..........164 CONSUMER INFORMATION ....165 Authorized Manuals ........166 Contacting Honda .........167 Your Honda Dealer ........168 The Honda Rider’s Club (USA only) ...169 Contents...
  • Page 3 2018 Honda CRF250R OWNER’S MANUAL & COMPETITION HANDBOOK...
  • Page 4 Throughout this manual, the following information is intended to help you avoid damage abbreviations are used to identify the respective When you own a Honda, you’re part of a to your CRF, other property, or the environment. parts or system.
  • Page 5 A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this motorcycle safely is an important responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, this manual contains a section devoted to Motorcycle Safety, as well as a number of Safety Messages throughout the manual.
  • Page 6: Motorcycle Safety

    Motorcycle Safety This section presents some of the most important Important Safety Information ......2 information and recommendations to help you ride Important Safety Precautions......2 your CRF safely. Please take a few moments to Accessories & Modifications ......3 read these pages. This section also includes Safety Labels............4 information about the location of safety labels on your CRF.
  • Page 7: Important Safety Information

    Keep your Honda in Safe Condition. As an experienced rider, you know there is much Maintaining your CRF properly is critical to your you can do to protect yourself when you ride.
  • Page 8: Accessories & Modifications

    Accessories & Modifications Accessories & Modifications Installing non-Honda accessories, removing original equipment, or modifying your CRF in any way that would change its design or operation, could seriously impair your CRF’s handling, stability, and braking, making it unsafe to ride.
  • Page 9: Safety Labels

    Safety Labels Read these labels carefully and don’t remove them. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your dealer for replacement. (For Canada) Motorcycle Safety...
  • Page 10: Instruments & Controls

    Instruments & Controls Read this section carefully before you ride. It Operation Component Locations .......6 presents the location of the basic controls on your MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) ....7 CRF. MIL Blink Pattern..........7 Current DTC/Freeze DTC ......7 Circuit Inspection...........8 DTC Index .............9 Mode Indicator..........10 Instruments &...
  • Page 11: Operation Component Locations

    Operation Component Locations clutch lever front brake lever engine mode select button engine stop button start button throttle grip MIL/mode indicator fast idle knob (engine idle speed) shift lever rear brake pedal Instruments & Controls...
  • Page 12: Mil (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)

    The MIL blinks when there is any abnormality in the PGM-FI system. If the MIL comes on at any other time, reduce speed and refer to an official Honda Service Manual available for purchase from your dealer (page 168). If the MIL does not come on when the engine is started, have your dealer check it for problems.
  • Page 13: Circuit Inspection

    MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) Circuit Inspection Always clean around the ECM and keep debris away from the connectors before disconnecting them. A faulty PGM-FI system is often related to poorly connected or corroded connections. Check the following connections. (1) MAP sensor connector (2) ECT sensor connector (3) TP sensor connector (4) IAT sensor connector...
  • Page 14: Dtc Index

    The series of 12 MIL blinks cannot be checked because the engine cannot be started. If the engine does not start, check all connector connections and/or refer to an official Honda Service Manual (page 166) for troubleshooting of the PGM-FI symptom.
  • Page 15: Mode Indicator

    Mode Indicator Mode Indicator The mode indicator (blue) (1) is located under the engine mode select button (2). The mode indicator indicates the currently selected mode by blinking the mode number once when the engine is started. (1) mode indicator (blue) (2) engine mode select button The mode indicator indicates a selected mode when you operate the engine mode select button...
  • Page 16: Before Riding

    Before Riding Before each ride, you need to make sure you and Are You Ready to Ride? ........12 your CRF are both ready to ride. To help get you Is Your Motorcycle Ready to Ride? ....13 prepared, this section discusses how to evaluate Pre-ride Inspection........13 your riding readiness, and what items you should check on your CRF.
  • Page 17: Are You Ready To Ride

    Are You Ready to Ride? Are You Ready to Ride? Before riding your CRF for the first time, we WARNING strongly recommend that you read this owner’s manual, make sure you understand the safety Not wearing a helmet increases the messages, and know how to operate the controls.
  • Page 18: Is Your Motorcycle Ready To Ride

    Is Your Motorcycle Ready to Ride? Competitive riding can be tough on a motorcycle, Pre-ride Inspection so it’s important to inspect your CRF and correct any problems you find before each ride. Check the Check the following before each ride: following items (page numbers are at the right): •...
  • Page 19 Before Riding...
  • Page 20: Basic Operating Instructions

    Basic Operating Instructions This section gives basic information on how to Safe Riding Precautions.......16 start and stop your engine as well as break-in Starting & Stopping the Engine .......17 guidelines. Fast Idle Knob..........17 Preparation ...........17 Starting Procedure........17 How to Stop the Engine .......18 Break-in Guidelines .........19 Basic Operating Instructions...
  • Page 21: Safe Riding Precautions

    Basic Operating Instructions Basic Operating Instructions Safe Riding Precautions Before riding your CRF for the first time, please review the Important Safety Precautions beginning on page 2 and the previous section, titled Before Riding. For your safety, avoid starting or operating the engine in an enclosed area such as a garage.
  • Page 22: Starting & Stopping The Engine

    Starting & Stopping the Engine Always follow the proper starting procedure 3. With the throttle closed. Starting Procedure described below. Pull the clutch lever all the way in, and depress the start button (2). Always follow the proper starting procedure Your CRF can be started with the transmission in described as follows.
  • Page 23: How To Stop The Engine

    Starting & Stopping the Engine Warm Engine Starting When starting the engine, the MIL (amber) will How to Stop the Engine 1. Shift the transmission into neutral. stay on for 2 seconds, then go off. And then the 2. Pull the clutch lever all the way in, and depress mode indicator (blue) indicates the current engine the start button.
  • Page 24: Break-In Guidelines

    Break-in Guidelines Help assure your CRF’s future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to how you ride during the first operating day or 15 miles (25 km). During this period, avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. This same procedure should be followed each time when: •...
  • Page 25 Basic Operating Instructions...
  • Page 26: Servicing Your Honda

    An ECM system is used on this motorcycle; Fuel Tank ............34 consequently, routine ignition timing adjustment is Subframe ............37 unnecessary. If you want to check the ignition timing, refer to an official Honda Service Manual Service Procedures (page 166). Fluids & Filters Fuel System............41 An optional tool kit may be available.
  • Page 27: The Importance Of Maintenance

    Improperly maintaining this motorcycle or failing to correct a problem before you ride can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner’s manual. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 28: Maintenance Safety

    Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine. Burns from hot motorcycle parts. Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching. Injury from moving parts. Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 29: Maintenance Schedule

    Procedures for items in this schedule are provided 6. Replace every year. in an official Honda Service Manual available for purchase from your dealer (page 166). Maintenance Procedures: I : inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate or replace if...
  • Page 30 109 – 111 STEERING HEAD BEARINGS WE RECOMMEND THESE ITEMS BE SERVICED BY REFERRING TO AN OFFICIAL HONDA SERVICE MANUAL. This maintenance schedule is based upon average riding condition. Machine subjected to severe use require more frequent servicing. NOTE: 1. Clean after every moto for dusty riding condition.
  • Page 31: General Competition Maintenance

    Use Honda Genuine Parts or their equivalents when servicing your CRF. Clean parts in non-flammable (high flash point) cleaning solvent (such as kerosene) when disassembling.
  • Page 32 Follow the servicing instructions in the Maintenance section. Use Pro Honda Foam Air Filter Oil or an equivalent. Be sure to grease the air cleaner flange where it contacts the air cleaner housing. Pro Honda Foam...
  • Page 33 It makes good racing the suspension. Refer to an official Honda Service Manual sense. (page 166). Use only Pro Honda HP Fork Oil, SS-19 or an equivalent which contains special additives to assure maximum performance of your CRF’s front suspension.
  • Page 34 If the brakes fade suspension performance and minimize component wear. Refer to an official Honda Service Manual (page 166) for when they are hot, inspect the pads for glazing or damage, and installation instructions.
  • Page 35: Before & After Competition Maintenance

    • Clean the sides of the drive chain with a stiff, nylon parts-cleaning brush. Lubricate and adjust the chain as necessary. Do not perform maintenance while engine is running. Injury to your fingers or hands may result. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 36: After Competition Maintenance

    If you decide to wash your CRF or use cleaners, Remove the drive chain, clean and lubricate it refer to Appearance Care (page 123). (pages 113, 114). Be sure the chain is wiped clean and is dry before lubricating the chain. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 37: Maintenance Component Locations

    (both rear brake pedal rear suspension rebound damping adjuster front brake caliper left and right) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 38: Seat

    2. Install and tighten the seat mounting bolts (5) to the specified torque: 19 lbf·ft (26 N·m, 2.7 kgf·m) (1) seat mounting bolts (2) seat (1) seat front prong (4) seat support base slots (2) slot (5) seat mounting bolts (3) seat center prongs Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 39: Fuel Tank

    (14) fuel tank (15) fuel tank stopper cable Check the fuel tank stopper cable (15) for (16) fuel feed hose deterioration, kinks or other damage. (6) overflow hose (7) clamp Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 40 3. Put the breather tube (5) in the steering stem It may cause the fuel tank cracking. nut (6). 4. Remove the hose clamp (7) from the breather tube. (5) breather tube (7) hose clamp (6) steering stem nut (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 41 (14) (10) (15) (13) (11) (16) (12) (10) shroud (14) shroud C bolt (11) shroud tab (15) shroud B bolt (12) slot (16) shroud A bolt (13) air cleaner housing cover 8. Install the seat (page 33). Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 42: Subframe

    (1) shroud A bolt left of the subframe (10). (2) shroud B bolt (3) shroud C bolt (4) shroud (5) air cleaner housing cover (15) (14) negative (–) terminal (15) battery (10) (9) seat support base (10) subframe (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 43 (18) starter relay switch (1) subframe upper bolts (24) subframe upper bolts (19) starter relay switch cover (2) subframe lower bolts (25) air cleaner box (20) starter relay switch connector (21) starter motor terminal bolt (22) starter motor terminal Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 44 (5) starter motor terminal bolt (15) air cleaner connecting tube clamp screw (6) starter relay switch connector (16) breather tube (7) starter relay switch cover (17) IAT sensor connector (8) starter relay switch stay bolt (9) plastic wire band (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 45 9. Install the left and right mufflers (page 116). (24) (28) (22) shroud (26) shroud C bolt (23) shroud tab (27) shroud B bolt (24) slot (28) shroud A bolt (25) air cleaner housing cover 12. Install the seat (page 33). Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 46: Fuel System

    Never use stale or contaminated gasoline. Avoid getting dirt, dust or water in the fuel tank. (1) fuel quick connect fitting cover (2) fuel line 4. Install the fuel quick connect fitting cover. 5. Install the fuel tank (page 35). Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 47 Fuel pump side: Injector side: 3. Reposition the fuel tank and start the engine and let it idle until the engine stalls. (1) fuel quick connect fitting cover (2) fuel pump (3) fuel quick connect fitting (7) shop towels Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 48 • Do not use gloves or a shop towel while Injector side: Fuel pump side: installing the quick connect fitting. (10) (9) fuel joint (12) disconnected connector (13) plastic bags (10) (8) slide retainer (9) fuel joint (10) connector housing (3) slide retainer (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 49 9. Install the fuel tank (page 35). visually and by pulling the connector housing. 5. Install the setting rubber (5) toward the recess (6) of the setting rubber to the fuel joint (2). (2) fuel joint (6) recess (5) setting rubber Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 50 (2) stopper cable (5) fuel pump mounting nuts (6) fuel pump mounting cap nut (7) stopper cable guide (8) washer (9) collars (10) conical spring washers (11) fuel pump plate (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 51 Be careful not to damage the wires when (18) disconnecting the fuel pump wire terminals. (22) (17) hooks (19) grooves (18) tabs (15) (23) (16) (22) fuel pump stopper (23) damper rubber (15) fuel pump wire terminals (16) fuel pump base Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 52 (6) while routing the fuel pump yellow (7) and green (8) wires through the holder grooves (9) as shown. (10) damper rubber (new) (27) (11) fuel pump stopper (24) fuel pump assembly (27) fuel pump filter (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 53 (20). Push the wire terminals until (21) dust seal (new) (24) dust seal lug they stop as shown. (22) tabs (25) index mark Be careful not to damage the wires. (29) fuel pump unit (30) fuel tank (31) hose joint Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 54 (39) stopper cable guide (40) fuel pump mounting nuts (41) fuel pump mounting cap nut 16. Connect the fuel line (page 43). (42) identification mark 17. Increase the fuel pressure (page 50). 18. Install the fuel tank (page 35). Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 55 The engine will start up by increasing the fuel pressure. If the engine does not start, check all connector connections and/or refer to an official Honda Service Manual (page 166) for troubleshooting of the PGM-FI symptom. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 56: Engine Oil

    JASO T 903 standard Suggested oil* Pro Honda GN4 4-stroke Oil (USA & Canada), or Honda 4-stroke oil, or an equivalent motorcycle oil Suggested 4-stroke engine oils are equal performance to SJ oils that are not labeled as energy conserving or resource conserving on the circular API service label.
  • Page 57 2. Run the engine at idle for 3 minutes, then shut (1) upper level mark (2) lower level mark it off. (3) inspection window 3. Support the CRF in an upright position on a (4) engine oil fill cap level surface. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 58 (page 146). (13) on the filter body, near the seal. 18. Install the engine oil fill cap. Use a new Honda Genuine oil filter or a filter 19. Check the engine oil level by following the NOTICE of equal quality specified for your model.
  • Page 59: Coolant

    Checking & Adding Coolant Coolant Recommendation Refer to Important Safety Precautions on page 23. Use Pro Honda HP Coolant or an equivalent high 1. Position your CRF on an optional workstand or (1) radiator cap (3) overflow hose...
  • Page 60 3. Check the radiator mount for looseness. A small amount of coolant weeping from the 4. Make sure the overflow hose (2) is connected bleed hole is normal. See an official Honda and not clogged. Service Manual or consult your dealer for (6) fins 5.
  • Page 61: Air Cleaner

    Your CRF’s air cleaner has very specific performance requirements. Use a new Honda Genuine air cleaner specified for your model or an (1) air cleaner retaining bolt air cleaner of equal quality.
  • Page 62 1.8 lbf·ft (2.4 N·m, 0.2 kgf·m) rinse well, and allow to dry thoroughly. The air 8. Apply 0.05 – 0.19 oz (1.5 – 5.5 g) of Pro Honda cleaner element is made in two pieces: inner Foam Air Filter Sealer or equivalent to the air and outer, which cannot be separated.
  • Page 63: Crankcase Breather

    1. Remove the crankcase breather tube plug (1) from the crankcase breather tube (2) and drain deposits into a suitable container. 2. Reinstall the crankcase breather tube plug. (1) crankcase breather tube plug (2) crankcase breather tube Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 64: Throttle

    If you can’t get the freeplay within the specified Tighten the lock nut securely. range, contact your dealer. Make the adjustment with the lower adjuster. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 65 6. Install the dust cover reverse order. If the throttle operation is not smooth, replace the throttle cable. Be sure the throttle returns freely from fully open to fully closed automatically, in all steering positions. (4) throttle Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 66: Engine Idle Speed

    2. Connect a tachometer to the engine. 3. Shift the transmission into neutral. Start the engine. 4. Adjust idle speed with the fast idle knob (1). Idle speed: 2,000 ± 100 rpm (–) (1) fast idle knob (+) increase (–) decrease Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 67: Clutch System

    If you can’t get proper adjustment, or the clutch does not work properly, the cable may be kinked or worn, or the clutch discs may be worn. Inspect the clutch discs and plates (page 65). Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 68 5. Connect the clutch cable end to the lever. with commercially available cable lubricant. 6. Install the clutch cable and turn the adjuster. 2. Check the clutch cable for deterioration, kinks, or damage. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 69 (10) clutch discs, clutch plates, judder spring and spring seat (7) bearing If the operation is not smooth, refer to an official Honda Service Manual (page 166) for bearing disassembly or see your dealer. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 70 Replace the clutch discs and plates as a set. paint: black paint: none paint: green (1) spring seat (4) clutch plates (2) judder spring (5) clutch discs B (3) clutch disc A (6) clutch disc C (2) clutch plate (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 71 (14) (10) (13) (15) (13) washer (new) (14) clutch cover A bolts (9) clutch pressure plate (15) clutch cover B bolts (10) clutch springs and bolts 10. Fill the crankcase with the recommended engine oil. (page 52). Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 72: Spark Plug

    If a plug is too tight, the threads may be damaged. (3) sealing gasket (4) spark plug gap 10. Connect the spark plug cap. Take care to avoid pinching any cables or wires. 11. Install the fuel tank and seat (pages 33, 35). Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 73: Valve Clearance

    (1) breather tube (2) spark plug cap rubber seals (7), cylinder head cover packing (8) and cylinder head cover (9). (7) cylinder head cover socket bolts, rubber seals (8) cylinder head cover packing (9) cylinder head cover Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 74 Align Align Align (6) decompressor weight (7) timing marks (8) cylinder head mating surface (1) feeler gauge (3) camshaft cam lobes (2) intake rocker arms Valve Clearance: IN: 0.004 ± 0.001 in (0.11 ± 0.03 mm) (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 75 If intake valve clearance and exhaust valve clearance need adjustment, see Camshaft Removal (this page) and select the correct shim for each (6) cam chain tensioner lifter cover bolt (3) flywheel (4) decompressor weight (7) sealing washer valve. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 76 8. Remove the cam sprocket bolt (5) of the intake camshaft. (17) NOTICE Do not let the cam sprocket bolt fall into the crankcase. (18) (16) intake camshaft (17) intake cam sprocket (18) exhaust camshaft (19) cam chain (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 77 Be careful not to damage the rocker arms. Do not clean the rocker arms using a If required shim size is outside the available range, commercially available compound cleaner. have your motorcycle inspected by your dealer. 1.80 mm 1.825 mm 1.85 mm 1.875 mm Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 78 Valve Clearance If the operation is not smooth, refer to an official 5. Remove the sealing bolt (9) and sealing washer Camshaft Installation Honda Service Manual (page 166) for (10). decompressor disassembly or see your dealer. (10) 1. Lift the rocker arms (1) up and install the 3.
  • Page 79 Do not let the cam chain and intake cam sprocket fall into the crankcase. (22) (22) 10. Insert the intake camshaft (20) into the intake (7) camshaft cam lobe (21) timing marks cam sprocket (17). (22) cylinder head mating surface Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 80 (31) cam chain tensioner lifter Do not let the camshaft holder A bolts, B bolts, (32) sealing washer (new) (33) cam chain tensioner lifter cover bolt washers and rocker arm shaft stopper bolt fall into the crankcase. (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 81 24. Measure the intake and exhaust valve weight (5) faces up as illustrated below. 0.02 - 0.06 in (0.5 - 1.5 mm) clearances (page 69). (34) (17) intake cam sprocket (23) cam sprocket bolt (5) decompressor weight (34) flywheel Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 82 Install and tighten the timing hole cap to the specified torque: 4.4 lbf·ft (6.0 N·m, 0.6 kgf·m) (1) cylinder head semi-circular cut-outs (1) O-rings (new) (3) timing hole cap (2) crankshaft hole cap (2) cylinder head cover groove (3) cylinder head cover packing (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 83 7 lbf·ft (10 N·m, 1.0 kgf·m) (8) ignition coil (9) ignition coil bolts (10) ignition coil A connector (11) blue terminal (12) ignition coil B connector (13) black terminal (4) rubber seals (6) cylinder head cover (7) cylinder head cover socket bolts Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 84: Piston/Piston Rings/Piston Pin

    (4) left radiator hose intake cam sprocket, camshafts and shims (page 70). 14. Loosen the right radiator hose clamp screw (5) and disconnect the right radiator hose (6). (5) right radiator hose clamp screw (6) right radiator hose (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 85 (18) (10) (10) cylinder head hanger bolts (11) cylinder head hanger plate bolts (12) left cylinder head hanger plate (13) right cylinder head hanger plate (16) (17) (16) cylinder head B bolts (17) washers (18) cylinder head Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 86 Do not let the cam chain and dowel pins fall into Do not pry on or strike the cylinder. the crankcase. (1) cylinder bolt (2) sealing washer (3) cylinder (4) piston (5) dowel pins (6) cylinder gasket Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 87 1. Place a clean shop towel (1) in the crankcase to Spread each piston ring (1) and remove by lifting it We recommend you consult an official Honda keep the piston pin clips, or other parts, from up at a point just opposite the gap.
  • Page 88 Do not damage the piston ring by spreading the ends too far. Do not damage the piston during piston ring installation. (1) shop towel (2) connecting rod small end (1) spacer (4) top ring (2) side rails (5) “T” mark (3) piston (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 89 Use new pin clips. Never reuse old clips. Do not let the clips fall into the crankcase. Do not align the piston pin clip end gap with the piston cutout (8). (2) dowel pins (3) cylinder gasket (new) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 90 (4). a new sealing washer (8). NOTICE Do not damage mating surfaces when installing the cylinder head. Do not let the cam chain fall into the crankcase. (7) cylinder bolt (8) sealing washer (new) (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 91 (13) throttle body (15) insulator band screw (14) insulator Right side: (11) (10) (12) (9) left cylinder head hanger plate (10) right cylinder head hanger plate (11) cylinder head hanger plate bolts (12) cylinder head hanger bolts Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 92 14. Tighten the radiator hose clamp screw (18) as illustrated below. (18) 0 – 0.02 in (0 – 0.5 mm) (18) radiator hose clamp screw 0 – 0.02 in (0 – 0.5 mm) (18) radiator hose clamp screw Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 93: Suspension

    Suspension Suspension Refer to Important Safety Precautions on page 23. • Use Pro Honda HP Fork Oil, SS-19 or an 3. Inspect the wear rings (3) for wear or damage. equivalent which contains special additives to Replace the wear ring if it is 0.06 in (1.5 mm) Loose, worn, or damaged suspension components assure maximum performance of your CRF’s...
  • Page 94 1. Unlock the number plate tab (3) from the handlebar pad. Remove the number plate bolts (6) handlebar lower holder nuts, washers and mounting (4) and number plate (5). rubbers (7) handlebar (3) number plate tab (5) number plate (4) number plate bolts (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 95 A (19) and stay B (20). (23) fork protector socket bolts 10. Remove the front brake caliper mounting bolts (24) fork protectors (21) and brake caliper (22). • Do not support the brake caliper by the brake hose. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 96 The outer tube (1) can drop on the axle holder (4) suggested oil Pro Honda HP Fork Oil, SS-19 and damage the fork dust seal (5). To avoid damage, hold both the outer tube and slider when removing the fork damper.
  • Page 97 • Lock nut wrench 07WMA-KZ30100 Improper disposal of drained oil is harmful to the Recommended Oil: environment. Pro Honda HP Fork Oil, SS-19 Recommended Standard Amount: Amount of fork oil left in the fork 12.0 US oz (356 cm (within damper and spring)
  • Page 98 5. Align the groove (7) in the outer tube with the top surface of the upper fork bridge (8). Align (2) fork damper assembly (3) lock nut wrench (4) fork bolt assembly (7) groove (8) upper fork bridge (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 99 (9) fork bridge upper pinch bolts (13) (15) (17) (12) (12) brake caliper (13) brake hose (14) brake hose protector (15) stay A (16) stay B (17) brake hose clamp bolts (18) front brake caliper mounting bolts Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 100 65 lbf·ft (88 N·m, 9.0 kgf·m) Tighten the left axle pinch bolts (22) to the specified torque: (24) 15 lbf·ft (20 N·m, 2.0 kgf·m) (23) handlebar (24) mounting rubbers, washers and handlebar lower holder nuts (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 101 (3) is fully exposed and install the piston base (4) or mechanic’s stopper tool between the axle holder (1) and fork center bolt lock nut. 07958-2500001 • Piston base (33) (32) disc cover (33) disc cover socket bolts Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 102 Remove the fork spring (8), spring seat collar (9) and back-up ring/seat stopper (10) from the fork assembly. (11) guide bushing (1) axle holder (3) fork center bolt lock nut (2) fork center bolt (4) piston base Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 103 Pour the recommended fork oil into the fork damper assembly (4). Recommended Oil: Pro Honda HP Fork Oil, SS-19 (2) fork damper piston rod (3) fork bolt assembly Recommended Amount: 8.4 US oz (248 cm (1) fork center bolt lock nut 5.
  • Page 104 (1) fork center bolt lock nut (2) fork damper piston rod (7) (8) 13. Check the fork damper piston rod sliding (3) fork bolt assembly (7) O-rings (new) (6) fork bolt bushings (8) piston ring (new) surface and threads for damage. (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 105 (2) fork damper piston rod (4) fork damper assembly Pour the drained oil into a suitable container and dispose of it in an approved manner (page 146). NOTICE Improper disposal of drained fluids is harmful to the environment. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 106 (11) (12) Amount of fork oil left in the fork (4) fork damper assembly (within damper and spring) unit: cm (9) oil hole minute (11) air pressure release screws °F/°C (12) O-rings (new) 86/30 68/20 50/10 32/0 (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 107 Measure the thread length again. Standard: 0.35 – 0.43 in (9 – 11 mm) 07958-2500001 • Piston base (3) slider bushing (6) spring seat collar (4) seat stopper (7) fork damper (5) back-up ring Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 108 Align 51 lbf·ft (69 N·m, 7.0 kgf·m) (16) (15) (14) (17) (14) push rod (16) O-ring (new) (17) (15) piston rod (17) fork center bolt (17) fork center bolt (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 109 • If you have a problem finding an acceptable worn or loose swingarm bearings. There adjustment, return to the standard position and should be no movement. If there is, have the begin again. bearings replaced by your dealer. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 110: Brakes

    (1) brake lever cover air in the brake system. 2. Loosen the lock nut (2). Refer to an official Honda Service Manual or see 3. To position the front brake lever farther away your dealer to have the air bled from the system.
  • Page 111 Refer to an official Honda If the pulling distance for the front brake lever Service Manual or see your dealer for brake feels excessive, there is probably air in the brake bleeding.
  • Page 112 • The recommended brake fluid is Honda DOT 4 • The recommended brake fluid is Honda DOT 4 Brake Fluid or an equivalent. Brake Fluid or an equivalent.
  • Page 113 0.04 in replace (1.0 mm) (1) brake pads (3) brake disc replace (2) rear brake caliper 0.04 in (1.0 mm) wear indicator grooves (1) brake pads (3) brake disc (2) front brake caliper Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 114: Wheels

    Wheel Rims & Spokes Axles & Wheel Bearings Keeping the wheels true (round) and maintaining 1. Inspect the wheel rim (1) and spokes (2) for See an official Honda Service Manual for correct spoke tension are critical to safe damage. inspection information: motorcycle operation.
  • Page 115: Tires & Tubes

    Make sure the valve stem caps are secure. If necessary, install new caps. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 116 • Replace the tube any time you replace a tire. The old tube will probably be stretched and, if installed in a new tire, could fail. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 117: Drive Chain

    Lubricate the drive chain (page 113) if it appears dry or shows signs of rust. Lubricate any kinked or binding links and work them free. Adjust chain slack if needed (page 113). (2) chain guide slider (3) wear limit Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 118 Measure the diameter of the drive chain rollers and turn the adjusting bolts (3) counterclockwise to be used in preference to motor oil. Pro Honda HP replace them if below the service limit. decrease slack or clockwise to increase slack.
  • Page 119 Chain: span of 17 pins, from pin center to pin center. chain on the sprockets. Size/link: D.I.D 520DMA4K/114RB Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 120: Exhaust Pipe/Muffler

    (9) right muffler (1) side cover (2) air cleaner housing cover (3) side cover/air cleaner housing cover bolts 3. Loosen the right muffler clamp bolt (4) and washer (5). (4) right muffler clamp bolt (5) washer (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 121 (14) washer (15) left muffler (12) (13) (1) gasket (5) tab (2) exhaust pipe (12) right muffler (3) cutout (13) right muffler clamp (7) washer (8) left muffler mounting B bolt (9) left muffler mounting A bolt Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 122 (21) air cleaner housing cover tab (22) seat support base slot (23) bolts 16. Install the seat (page 33). (17) (17) right muffler clamp bolt (18) washer (8) left muffler mounting B bolt (9) left muffler mounting A bolt Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 123 15 lbf·ft (21 N·m, 2.1 kgf·m) 5. Tighten the left muffler clamp bolt, left muffler mounting A bolt and B bolt (page 116). 6. Tighten the right muffler clamp bolt, right muffler mounting A bolt and B bolt (page 117). Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 124: Additional Maintenance Procedures

    If any roughness or play is felt, but you do not see any movement in the steering head, the fork bushings may be worn. Refer to an official Honda Service Manual for replacement or adjustment procedures, or see your dealer.
  • Page 125 (4) coolant drain bolt (5) oil filter cover bolts Timing hole cap (6) engine oil drain bolt (7) clutch cover A bolts (8) clutch cover B bolts (9) cylinder bolt (10) cylinder head A bolts (11) cylinder head B bolts Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 126: Battery

    If the fuse blows, the battery needs replacement. 9. Slow charge the battery (page 122) once every The voltage may read above 12V even with a 30 days. blown battery fuse when the battery is unmounted (page 151). (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 127 Using a battery charger that is not recommended can cause permanent damage to your battery. (1) battery (4) terminal bolts (2) positive (+) terminal (5) battery band (3) negative (–) terminal Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 128: Appearance Care

    You may use Pro Honda Hondabrite, a multi- 6. Lubricate the drive chain to prevent rusting. inside and needed lubrication out.
  • Page 129 The fuel tank is made of titanium material. To remove mud or dust, use a sponge or soft cloth and a stainless steel kitchen detergent, then rinse well with clean water. After washing, rinse with plenty of water and dry with a clean cloth. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 130: Adjustments For Competition

    Adjustments for Competition This section tells you how to fine tune your CRF Engine Mode Select Button ......126 for maximum competition performance. Current Mode ..........126 Mode Selection .........126 Initial suspension adjustments should be Front Suspension Adjustments .....127 performed after a minimum of 2 hour of easy Front Suspension Air Pressure ....127 break-in time.
  • Page 131: Engine Mode Select Button

    Engine Mode Select Button Engine Mode Select Button Current Mode Mode Selection Start the engine and push the engine mode select 1. Start the engine. button (1) with your CRF stopped. The mode 2. With your CRF stopped and the throttle closed, indicator (2) under the engine mode select button push and hold the engine mode select button indicates the selected mode by blinking the mode...
  • Page 132: Front Suspension Adjustments

    Front Suspension Adjustments The front suspension can be adjusted for the rider's 2. Remove the air pressure release screw (1). Front Suspension Air Pressure weight and riding conditions by using one or more 3. Apply recommended fork oil to a new O-ring of the following methods: (2), and then install the new O-ring.
  • Page 133: Front Suspension Damping

    Front Suspension Adjustments NOTICE Front Suspension Damping Fork Springs Always start with full hard when adjusting The fork springs in CRF’s are about right for riders Compression Damping Adjustment damping. weighing between 170 lb (77 kg) and 200 lb (91 This adjustment affects how quickly the fork Do not turn the adjuster screw more than the given kg) (less riding gear).
  • Page 134: Fork Oil Adjustment

    Front Suspension Adjustments Optional Soft 25.1 lbf/in (4.4 N/mm) Fork Spring Optional Stiff 27.4 lbf/in (4.8 N/mm) Fork Spring Fork Oil Adjustment 1. Remove the front suspension (page 89). No mark 2 scribe marks 2. Disassemble the fork outer tube (page 91). 3.
  • Page 135: Rear Suspension Adjustments

    Loosen the shock spring lock nut with the optional Each complete turn of the adjusting nut Honda Service Manual. pin spanners (3) and turn the adjusting nut to changes the spring length by 0.06 in (1.5 mm).
  • Page 136: Rear Suspension Damping

    Rear Suspension Adjustments High Speed Damping: Low Speed Damping: Rear Suspension Damping The high speed damping can be adjusted by The low speed damping can be adjusted by turning turning the hexagonal portion of the compression the center screw of the compression damping Compression Damping damping adjuster.
  • Page 137: Rear Suspension Race Sag

    Rear Suspension Adjustments Rebound Damping unloaded: motorcycle on an optional workstand Rear Suspension Race Sag The rebound damping adjuster (6) is located at the with rear suspension fully extended, no rider. lower end of the rear shock absorber. loaded with rider: motorcycle on ground, with Setting the proper race sag (ride height) is very rider.
  • Page 138 Rear Suspension Adjustments 3. Measure the loaded with rider dimension. 4. Calculate the race sag dimension. Spring Rates Remove the workstand. With two helpers To do this, subtract the loaded with rider If you are lighter or heavier than the average rider available, sit as far forward as possible on your dimension (step 3) from the unloaded and cannot set the proper ride height without...
  • Page 139: Suspension Adjustments For Track Conditions

    Suspension Adjustments for Track Conditions Suspension Adjustments for Track Conditions Soft Surface On soft ground, sand, and especially mud, consider increasing compression damping front and rear. Sand often requires a bit more rebound damping to minimize rear end kick. Although sand bumps are usually larger, there’s more distance between them, giving the shock more time to recover.
  • Page 140: Suspension Adjustment Guidelines

    Suspension Adjustment Guidelines Follow the procedures described below to accurately adjust your CRF, using the methods described on pages 127 – 134. Remember to make all adjustments in one-click or 1/12 turn increments. Test ride after each adjustment. Front Suspension Adjustment Adjustments for Type of Track Hard-surfaced track Begin with the standard setting.
  • Page 141 Suspension Adjustment Guidelines Symptom Action Stiff Initial travel too stiff: – Test softer compression damping adjustments in one-click increments. suspension • Stiff on small bumps while riding at full throttle in a straight line. – Reduce the rebound damping adjustments in one-click increments. •...
  • Page 142 Suspension Adjustment Guidelines Rear Suspension Adjustment Adjustments for Type of Track Hard-surfaced track Begin with the standard settings. If the suspension is too stiff/soft, adjust according to the chart below. Sand track Lower the rear end (to improve front wheel stability) by increasing Race Sag (reduce spring pre-load). Example: –...
  • Page 143: Tuning Tips

    Tuning Tips Tuning Tips NOTICE NOTICE Spark Plug Reading Using spark plugs with an improper heat range or An improperly tightened spark plug can damage Refer to Spark Plug on page 67. incorrect reach can cause engine damage. the engine. If a plug is too loose, the piston may be damaged.
  • Page 144: Chassis Adjustments

    Chassis Adjustments The following suggestions may improve a specific Fork Height/Angle Wheelbase concern. Subtle changes in overall handling may also be noted. The position of the fork in the clamp is not Adjusting your CRF’s wheelbase can offer subtle adjustable. changes in overall handling.
  • Page 145: Gearing

    Unless you have the required mechanical know- (before and after the change) to get an accurate out a bit longer. how, tools, and an official Honda Service Manual, appraisal of the change. “Seat-of-the-pants” sprocket changing should be done by your dealer.
  • Page 146: Tire Selection For Track Conditions

    Tire Selection for Track Conditions Choosing the correct tire tread pattern and rubber If you choose a tire with a sticky compound for compound can affect your placing in competition. added traction, remember that it may transfer The tires on your CRF offer a “happy medium” for additional loads to the transmission because it the variety of soil conditions the majority of riders grips so well, especially when riding in situations...
  • Page 147: Personal Fit Adjustments

    Make sure that the bolts are torqued securely enough to prevent slippage during normal operation. Apply Pro Honda Hondalock or an equivalent to Handlebar Position, Width & Shape the threads of these bolts prior to adjustment to help ensure the correct torque is retained.
  • Page 148: Tips

    Here’s helpful advice on how to transport and store your CRF, as well as three troubleshooting flow charts. Transporting Your Motorcycle...... 144 Storing Your Honda ........145 Preparation for Storage......145 Removal from Storage ......145 You & the Environment ........ 146 Troubleshooting..........
  • Page 149: Transporting Your Motorcycle

    Transporting Your Motorcycle Transporting Your Motorcycle If you use a truck or motorcycle trailer to transport To secure your CRF, brace the front wheel against your CRF, we recommend that you follow these the front of the truck bed or trailer rail. guidelines: Attach the lower ends of two straps to the tie-down •...
  • Page 150: Storing Your Honda

    Storing Your Honda If you won’t be riding for an extended period, such 4. Remove the radiator cap, coolant drain bolt (4) 11. Stuff a rags into the muffler outlets. Then tie a as during the winter, thoroughly inspect your CRF...
  • Page 151: You & The Environment

    You & the Environment You & the Environment Owning and riding a motorcycle can be enjoyable, NOTICE but you must do your part to protect nature. When you show respect for the land, wildlife, and other Improper disposal of drained fluids is harmful to people, you also help preserve the sport of off-road the environment.
  • Page 152: Troubleshooting

    The items that require use of an the engine at high in combustion chamber CORRECT speed • Ignition timing too official Honda Service Manual are followed by an advance (Faulty ECM)* asterisk (*). • Lean fuel mixture 7. Test cylinder • Valve clearance too small...
  • Page 153 Troubleshooting POOR HANDLING POOR PERFORMANCE AT LOW AND IDLE SPEED POOR PERFORMANCE AT HIGH SPEED CHECK POSSIBLE CAUSES CHECK POSSIBLE CAUSES Steering is heavy 1. Check the spark INCORRECT • Incorrect spark plug heat 1. Check the ignition INCORRECT • Faulty ECM* •...
  • Page 154: Taking Care Of The Unexpected

    Taking Care of the Unexpected This section gives practical advice to help you If a Fuse Blows ..........150 solve problems. If Your Battery Is Low (or Dead) ....151 Taking Care of the Unexpected...
  • Page 155: If A Fuse Blows

    If a Fuse Blows If a Fuse Blows All of the electrical circuits on your CRF have a 4. Remove the starter relay switch stay bolt (1) 8. Install the starter relay switch cover (4). fuse to protect them from damage caused by excess and plastic wire band (2).
  • Page 156: If Your Battery Is Low (Or Dead)

    If Your Battery Is Low (or Dead) If an overvoltage, overcurrent, or short circuit is applied, the battery fuse may blow. Do not jump-start as this can damage your CRF’s electrical system and battery. Bump starting is not recommended. Check the battery voltage using a digital multi meter with the cable connected.
  • Page 157 Taking Care of the Unexpected...
  • Page 158: Technical Information

    Specifications..........155 Torque Specifications ........156 Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners ........156 Oxygenated Fuels...........159 Competition Logbook ........160 Optional Parts List .........162 Spare Parts & Equipment.......163 Spare Parts ..........163 General Tools..........163 Honda Special Tools........163 Chemical Products ........163 Other Products ...........163 Wiring Diagram ..........164 Technical Information...
  • Page 159: Vehicle Identification

    Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification The engine number (2) is stamped on the left Serial Numbers crankcase. The VIN and engine serial number are required when you register your CRF. They may also be required when ordering replacement parts. You may record these numbers in the Quick Reference section at the rear of this manual.
  • Page 160: Specifications

    Specifications Item English Metric Item English Metric Item English Metric Dimension Engine Cooling system Overall length 85.9 in 2,181 mm Type Liquid cooled, 4-stroke Cooling capacity Overall width 32.6 in 827 mm Single 9° inclined from after draining 0.99 US qt 0.94 ℓ...
  • Page 161: Torque Specifications

    Torque Specifications ENGINE Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners Torque Item Remarks Check and tighten nuts, bolts, and fasteners before every outing. lbf·ft N·m kgf·m RIGHT SIDE Cylinder head cover (11) socket bolts Exhaust pipe joint nuts Water pump cover bolts Coolant drain bolt (10) Oil filter cover bolts Engine oil drain bolt...
  • Page 162 Torque Specifications FRAME LEFT SIDE Torque (25) (26) (27) (1) (2) Item Remarks lbf·ft N·m kgf·m (4) (6) (10) (11) Handlebar upper holder bolts (24) Steering stem nut 11.0 Shroud A bolts (23) (12) (13) Shroud B bolts (22) Shroud C bolts Seat support base mounting bolts Subframe bolts (upper)
  • Page 163 Torque Specifications FRAME LEFT SIDE (62) (63) (64) (34) (38) (39) Torque Item Remarks lbf·ft N·m kgf·m Front brake reservoir cap screws Throttle housing bolts Fuel tank A bolt Fuel pump mounting nuts (41) (61) Fuel pump mounting cap nut Fuel tank B bolt (42) Starter motor terminal bolt...
  • Page 164: Oxygenated Fuels

    Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are being blended If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, with alcohol or an ether compound. These try another service station or switch to another gasolines are collectively referred to as oxygenated brand of gasoline. fuels.
  • Page 165: Competition Logbook

    Competition Logbook Competition Logbook Any serious competition effort relies heavily on Tuning & Adjustment Records Racing Records the knowledge gained and compiled from previous Keep track of the settings and adjustments that Information worth recording for this section of racing events. The best way to organize the many worked best at a particular location.
  • Page 166 Competition Logbook Date Running Location/Event Comments (Suspension Settings, Engine mode, Gearing, Chassis Adjustments, Maintenance Time Performed, etc.) (Make several photocopies of this page for future use) Technical Information...
  • Page 167: Optional Parts List

    Optional Parts List Optional Parts List These parts and tools may be ordered from your The standard fork spring and shock spring FRAME Remarks authorized dealer. mounted on the motorcycle when it leaves the Fork spring factory are not marked. Before replacing the Standard 26.3 lbf/in (4.6 N/mm) springs, be sure to mark them so they can be...
  • Page 168: Spare Parts & Equipment

    Chemical Products event to help ensure you get in a full day of riding. In addition to the usual nuts and bolts, consider the Pro Honda GN4 4-stroke Oil (Engine Oil) sockets (3/8 in drive) following: screwdrivers: blade & Phillips No. 1, 2, 3...
  • Page 169: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram STARTER CLUTCH FUEL SWITCH SWITCH PUMP JUNCTION CONNECTOR STARTER RELAY SWITCH REGULATOR/ SENSOR SENSOR RECTIFIER SENSOR SENSOR GROUND MAIN STARTER DIODE FUEL BATTERY RELAY RELAY INJECTOR IGNITION COIL ORANGE BLUE SPARK PLUG STARTER MOTOR CKP SENSOR ENGINE STOP ENGINE MODE ALTERNATOR SWITCH...
  • Page 170: Consumer Information

    Consumer Information This section contains information about contacting Authorized Manuals........166 Honda and how to get an official Honda Service Contacting Honda ..........167 Manual. Your Honda Dealer ........168 The Honda Rider’s Club (USA only) ....169 Consumer Information...
  • Page 171: Authorized Manuals

    Authorized Manuals The Service Manual used by your authorized dealer is available from your Honda dealer or Helm, Inc. (USA only, Canada: See your dealer to order authorized manuals.) Also available but not necessary to service your model is the Honda Common...
  • Page 172: Contacting Honda

    If you wish to comment on your experiences with your CRF or with your dealer, please send your comments to the following address: Motorcycle Division, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., P.O. Box 2200, Torrance CA 90509- 2200, Mailstop: 100-4C-7B, Telephone: (866) 784-1870.
  • Page 173: Your Honda Dealer

    Once you purchase your new Honda, get familiar Your Honda dealer can inform you about with the organization of your Honda dealer so you competition events in your area. You’ll also find can utilize the full range of services available.
  • Page 174: The Honda Rider's Club (Usa Only)

    The Honda Rider’s Club (USA only) The Honda Rider’s Club of America (HRCA) sponsors local riding chapters at Authorized Honda Dealerships across the country. Consumer Information...
  • Page 175: Index

    ........160 pinging............41 suspension, rear ........130 consumer information ........165 starting ............17 suspension, track conditions..... 134 contacting Honda ...........167 stop button ..........18 tire selection, track condition ....141 controls...............5 stopping ............18 after competition maintenance ......31 coolant..............54...
  • Page 176 Index gap, spark plug ..........67 maintenance, rear suspension adjustment......130 gasohol............159 after competition .........31 Rider’s Club, Honda (USA only) ....169 gasoline............41 before & after competition......30 riding, gearing ............140 between motos & practice......30 apparel ............2 guidelines, component locations ........32...
  • Page 177 Index suspension adjustment, for track conditions........134 front ............127 washing your motorcycle .......123 guidelines ..........135 wheels ............109 rear............130 wiring diagram ..........164 suspension, front ............88 rear............104 throttle, freeplay............59 inspection ........... 60 lubrication........... 60 tires, air pressure ..........110 flat.............
  • Page 178 Rear: 15 psi (100 kPa, 1.0 kgf/cm Spark Plug standard: R0451B-8 (NGK) Coolant Pro Honda HP Coolant or an equivalent high quality ethylene glycol antifreeze (silicate-free) containing corrosion protection inhibitors (50:50 mixture with distilled water). Fuse main: 10 A Drive Chain Size/Link D.I.D 520DMA4K/114RB...
  • Page 179 California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well- ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle.

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