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Summary of Contents for Honda UNICORN CBF160A 2020

  • Page 1 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 2 Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of a new The following codes in this manual indicate Honda vehicle. Your selection of a Honda the country. makes you part of a worldwide family of The illustrations here in are based on the satisfied customers who appreciate Honda’s...
  • Page 3 A Few Words About Safety DANGER Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. Operating this vehicle safely is an You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY 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 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Vehicle Safety P. 2 Operation Guide P. 14 Maintenance P. 27 Troubleshooting P. 69 Information P. 83 Specifications P. 95 Warranty Policy P. 98 Index P. 106...
  • Page 5: Vehicle Safety

    Vehicle Safety This section contains important information for safe riding of your vehicle. Please read this section carefully. Safety Guidelines P. 3 ............Image Labels P. 6 ............... Safety Precautions P. 8 ............Riding Precautions P. 9 ............Accessories & Modifications P.
  • Page 6: Safety Guidelines

    Safety Guidelines Safety Guidelines that you and your passenger are both wearing an approved helmet and protective apparel. Follow these guidelines to enhance your safety: Instruct your passenger on holding onto the Perform all routine and regular inspections grab rail or your waist, leaning with you in turns, specified in this manual.
  • Page 7 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 vehicle properly by wearing bright reflective clothing, maintained and in safe riding condition. positioning yourself so other drivers can see...
  • Page 8 Safety Guidelines leaks, check the tightness of critical nuts and WARNING bolts, and check the handlebar, control levers, brakes, and wheels. Ride slowly and cautiously. Running the engine of your vehicle Your vehicle may have suffered damage that is while in an enclosed or even partially not immediately apparent.
  • Page 9: Image Labels

    Image Labels Image Labels Read instructions contained in Owner’s Manual carefully. The following pages describe the label meanings. Some labels warn you of potential Read instructions contained in Shop hazards that could cause serious injury. Others Manual carefully. In the interest of provide important safety information.
  • Page 10 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 11: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Face shield with unobstructed field of vision or other approved eye protection Ride cautiously and keep your hands on the WARNING handlebar and feet on the footpegs. Keep passenger’s hands onto the grab rail or Not wearing a helmet increases the your waist, passenger’s feet on the footpegs chance of serious injury or death in a while riding.
  • Page 12: Riding Precautions

    Riding Precautions Riding Precautions Avoid continuous braking. ► Repeated braking, such as when Running-in Period descending long, steep slopes can seriously overheat the brakes, reducing During the first 500 km (300 miles) of running, their effectiveness. Use engine braking follow these guidelines to ensure your vehicle’s with intermittent use of the brakes to future reliability and performance.
  • Page 13 Riding Precautions The brake lever may recoil slightly when Parking applying the brakes. This is normal. Park on a firm, level surface. Always use the recommended front/rear If you must park on a slight incline or loose tyres and sprockets to ensure correct ABS surface, park so that the vehicle cannot move operation.
  • Page 14 Riding Precautions 3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position Turn the handlebar fully to the left. ► Turning the handlebar to the right reduces and remove the key. P. 19 stability and may cause the vehicle to fall. Using the centre stand Refuelling and Fuel Guidelines To lower the centre stand, stand on the left...
  • Page 15: Accessories & Modifications

    We strongly advise that you do not add any seriously hurt or killed. accessories that were not specifically designed for your vehicle by Honda or make Follow all instructions in this owner’s modifications to your vehicle from its original manual regarding accessories and design.
  • Page 16: Loading

    Loading Loading WARNING Carrying extra weight affects your vehicle’s Overloading or improper loading can 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. Avoid carrying an excessive load and keep Follow all load limits and other loading within specified load limits.
  • Page 17: Operation Guide

    Parts Location Tool kit P. 25 First aid kit P. 25 Seat P. 46 Document bag P. 25 Throttle grip P. 65 Front brake lever Fuel fill cap P. 24 Right side cover P. 47 Kick starter Spark plug P. 48 Engine oil fill cap/ dipstick P.
  • Page 18 Clutch lever P. 63 Left side cover P. 47 Battery P. 43 Fuse box P. 80 Seat lock P. 46 Data link connector Side stand P. 59 Centre stand P. 11 Engine oil drain bolt P. 52 Shift lever P. 23...
  • Page 19 Instruments Tachometer Odometer Total distance ridden. NOTICE Do not operate the engine in the Fuel gauge tachometer red zone. Excessive engine Needle in the red mark, remaining speed can adversely affect engine life. fuel approximately Tachometer red zone 2.8 litres (0.74 US gal, 0.62 Imp gal) (excessive engine rpm range) Trip knob Tripmeter...
  • Page 20 Indicators If one of these indicators does not come on when it should, have your dealer check for problems. PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) Comes on briefly when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If it comes on while engine is running: P.
  • Page 21 Switches Engine stop switch Should normally remain in the (Run) position. Horn button In an emergency, switch to the 9 (OFF) position to stop the engine. Turn signal switch Pressing the switch turns the turn signal off. Start button Headlight dimmer switch •...
  • Page 22 Ignition switch Turns electrical system Switches the electrical system on/off, locks the on for starting/riding. steering. Key can be removed when in the OFF or LOCK position. Turns engine off. LOCK Locks steering. Steering Lock Locking Lock the steering when parking to help Turn the handlebar all the way to the left prevent theft.
  • Page 23 Starting the Engine Start your engine using the following NOTICE procedure, regardless of whether the engine • If the engine does not start within 5 seconds, turn is cold or warm. the ignition switch to the OFF position and wait 10 seconds before trying to start the engine again to recover battery voltage.
  • Page 24 If you cannot start the engine: Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Open the throttle slightly (about 3 mm, Shift the transmission to Neutral ( indicator without freeplay). to come on) Using the start button About 3 mm without freeplay With the throttle completely closed, press the start button.
  • Page 25 Starting the Engine (Continued) If the engine does not start, wait for 10 seconds, before trying steps a & b again. Using the kickstarter Turn the ignition switch to OFF. Open the throttle fully and crank the engine several times with the kickstarter. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
  • Page 26 Shifting Gears Your vehicle transmission has 5 forward gears in a one-down, four-up shift pattern. 2 3 4...
  • Page 27 Refuelling Opening the Fuel Fill Cap Ignition key Lower edge of Lift up the lock cover, insert the ignition key, filler neck and turn it clockwise to open the cap. Closing the Fuel Fill Cap a After refuelling, push the fuel fill cap closed until it locks.
  • Page 28 Storage Equipment Tool Kit/ Document Bag/ First Aid Kit Tool kit and first aid kit are located under the seat. Document bag is located under side of the seat. Document bag Tool kit First aid kit Removing the seat P. 46 continued...
  • Page 29 Storage Equipment (Continued) Helmet holder WARNING The helmet holder is located under the seat Riding with a helmet attached to the of the motorcycle. holder can interfere with your ability Use the helmet holder only when to safely operate the vehicle and could parked.
  • Page 30: Maintenance

    Maintenance Please read “Importance of Maintenance” and “Maintenance Fundamentals” carefully before attempting any maintenance. Refer to “Specifications” for service data. Importance of Maintenance P.28 Brakes P.53 ........................Maintenance Schedule Side Stand P.29 P.59 .......................... Maintenance Fundamentals Drive Chain P.32 P.60 .........
  • Page 31: Importance Of Maintenance

    Importance of Maintenance Importance of Maintenance Maintenance Safety Keeping your vehicle well-maintained is Always read the maintenance instructions absolutely essential to your safety and to protect before you begin each task, and make sure that your investment, obtain maximum performance, you have the tools, parts, and skills required.
  • Page 32: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance work should be performed in new owner. accordance with Honda’s standards and specifications by properly trained and equipped Honda recommends that your dealer should technicians. Your dealer meets all of these road test your vehicle after each periodic requirements. Keep an accurate record of maintenance is carried out.
  • Page 33 : Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace, if dealer, unless you have the necessary tools and necessary) are mechanically skilled. : Replace Procedures are provided in an official Honda : Clean Shop Manual. : Lubricate : Technical. In the interest of safety, have your...
  • Page 34 Maintenance Schedule Frequency Pre-ride Refer × 1,000 km 1 12 18 24 30 36 Annual Regular Check Items Check Replace × 1,000 mi 0.6 12 16 20 24 P.32 page Months 12 18 24 30 36 Brake Fluid 2 Years Brake Shoes/Pads Wear 57,54 Brake System...
  • Page 35: Maintenance Fundamentals

    Maintenance Fundamentals Pre-ride Inspection Brakes - Check operation; Front: check brake fluid level and pads To ensure safety, it is your responsibility to wear. 2 P. 53, 54 perform a pre-ride inspection and make sure that Rear: check shoes wear and freeplay, any problem you find is corrected.
  • Page 36 Maintenance Fundamentals Replacing Parts Battery Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their Your vehicle has a maintenance-free type equivalents to ensure reliability and safety. battery. You do not have to check the battery electrolyte level or add distilled water. Clean the...
  • Page 37 Maintenance Fundamentals What to do in an emergency WARNING If any of the following occur, immediately see The battery gives off explosive your doctor. Electrolyte splashes into your eyes: hydrogen gas during normal operation. Wash your eyes repeatedly with cool water ►...
  • Page 38 Always replace the battery with another maintenance-free battery of the same type. NOTICE Installing non-Honda electrical accessories can NOTICE overload the electrical system, discharging the battery Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly and possibly damaging the system.
  • Page 39 Conserving” or “Resource Conserving” on the circular API service symbol. For recommended engine oil, see “Specifications.” 2 P. 96 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 40 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 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid or equivalent Damaged Worn Normal (REPLACE)
  • Page 41 Maintenance Fundamentals Cleaning and Lubricating Do not use a steam cleaner, a high pressure After inspecting the slack, clean the chain and cleaner, a wire brush, volatile solvent such as sprockets while rotating the rear wheel. Use a petrol and benzene, abrasive cleaner, chain dry cloth with chain cleaner designed specially cleaner or lubricant NOT designed specially for for O-ring chains, or neutral detergent.
  • Page 42 Maintenance Fundamentals Inspecting for Damage Crankcase Breather Inspect the tyres for Service more frequently when riding in rain, at cuts, slits, or cracks full throttle, or after the vehicle is washed or that exposes fabric or overturned. Service if the deposit level can be cords, or nails or other seen in the transparent section of the drain foreign objects...
  • Page 43 Maintenance Fundamentals Inspecting Tread Depth WARNING Inspect the tread wear indicators. If they become Riding on tyres that are excessively visible, replace the tyres immediately. worn or improperly inflated can cause For safe riding, you should replace the tyres a crash in which you can be seriously when the minimum tread depth is reached.
  • Page 44 Maintenance Fundamentals Air Cleaner Do not install a tube inside a tubeless tyre on this vehicle. Excessive heat build-up can This vehicle is equipped with a viscous type air cause the tube to burst. cleaner element. Use only tubeless tyres on this vehicle. Air blow cleaning or any other cleaning can The rims are designed for tubeless tyres, and degrade the viscous element performance and...
  • Page 45: Tool

    Tool The tool kit is stored under the seat. 2 P. 25 You can perform some roadside repairs, minor adjustments and parts replacement with the provided tools. 14 x 17 mm Open end wrench Spark plug wrench Standard/Philips screwdriver Fuse puller...
  • Page 46: Removing & Installing Body Components

    Removing & Installing Body Components Battery Removal Make sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position. Negative terminal Positive terminal 1. Remove the left side cover. 2 P. 47 Bolt 2. Remove the battery holder by removing the bolt. 3.
  • Page 47: Drive Chain Case

    Removing & Installing Body Components Drive Chain Case ► Drive Chain Case Removal : 1. Remove the bolts and screw. 2. Remove the drive chain case. Upper chain case Screw Installation : Install the parts in the reverse order of removal. Ensure that the stay on swingarm is inserted into lower chain case guide.
  • Page 48: Headlight Case

    Removing & Installing Body Components Headlight Case ► Headlight Case Removal : 1. Remove the screws. 2. Remove the headlight case by releasing the snap fit clips and disconnect the connector. Screws Installation : Install the parts in the reverse order of removal. Snap fit clips Connector Headlight case...
  • Page 49: Seat

    Removing & Installing Body Components Seat ► Seat Removal 1. Insert the ignition key into the seat lock. 2. Turn it clockwise, then pull the seat up and back. Prongs Installation Guide 1. Insert the prongs into the stays on the frame.. Seat 2.
  • Page 50: Side Cover

    Removing & Installing Body Components Side Cover ► Side Cover The right and left side covers can be removed in the same manner. Grommets Removal : Screw C 1. Remove the seat. 2 P. 46 2. Remove the screw A, screw B and screw C. 3.
  • Page 51: Spark Plug

    Spark Plug Checking Spark Plug Open end wrench For the recommended spark plug, see “Specifications”. 2 P. 96 Use only the recommended type of spark plug in the recommended heat range. NOTICE Using a spark plug with an improper heat range can cause engine damage.
  • Page 52 Spark Plug Checking Spark Plug ► 5. Check the spark plug gap using a wire-type 8. Tighten the spark plug: If the old plug is good: feeler gauge. If adjustment is necessary, bend the side ► 1/12 turn after it seats. electrode carefully.
  • Page 53: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil Checking the Engine Oil Oil fill cap/dipstick 1. If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 to 5 minutes. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and wait 2 to 3 minutes. 3. Place your vehicle on its centre stand on a firm, level surface.
  • Page 54 Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil ► Adding Engine Oil For the recommended oil and oil selection guidelines, see “Maintenance Fundamentals”. If the engine oil is below or near the lower level 2 P. 36 mark, add the recommended engine oil. 2 P.
  • Page 55 Engine Oil Changing Engine Oil ► 5. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick, drain bolt 6. Install a new sealing washer onto the drain and sealing washer to drain the oil. bolt. Tighten the drain bolt. Discard the oil at an approved recycling ►...
  • Page 56: Brakes

    Brakes Checking the Front Brake Fluid Front brake fluid reservoir 1. Place your vehicle in an upright position on a firm, level surface. 2. Check that the brake fluid reservoir is horizontal and that the fluid level is above the LWR level mark. If the brake fluid level in the reservoir is below the LWR mark or the brake lever freeplay...
  • Page 57 Brakes Inspecting the Front Brake Pads ► Inspecting the Front Brake Pads Brake pads Check the condition of the brake pad wear Wear indicator. indicator The pads need to be replaced if a brake pad is worn to the bottom of the indicator. 1.
  • Page 58 Brakes Inspecting the Rear Brake Pedal Freeplay ► Inspecting the Rear Brake Adjusting the Rear Brake Pedal Freeplay Pedal Freeplay Make sure the cut-out on the adjusting nut is 1. Place your vehicle on its centre stand on a firm, level surface. seated on the brake arm pin when adjusting 2.
  • Page 59 Brakes Adjusting the Rear Brake Pedal Freeplay ► 3. Push the brake arm to confirm that there is a gap between the rear brake adjusting nut and brake arm pin. Brake arm Decrease Brake Freeplay arm pin Push Adjusting Brake arm pin Increase Freeplay Adjusting...
  • Page 60 The rear brake is equipped with a brake wear the brake shoes must be replaced. indicator. See your dealer for this service. When the brake service is necessary, see your Arrow dealer. Use only Honda Genuine Parts or its Brake equivalent. panel Reference mark...
  • Page 61 Brakes Adjusting the Brakelight Switch ► Adjusting the Brakelight Brake light switch Switch Check the operation of the brake light switch. Hold the brakelight switch and 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 62: Side Stand

    Side Stand Checking the Side Stand Side stand spring 1. Check that the side stand operates smoothly. If the side stand is stiff or squeaky, clean the pivot area and lubricate the pivot bolt with clean grease. 2. Check the spring for damage or loss of tension.
  • Page 63: Drive Chain

    Drive Chain Inspecting the Drive Chain Drive chain slack: 30 to 40 mm (1.2 to 1.6 in) Slack ► Do not ride your vehicle if the slack Check the drive chain slack at several points exceeds 50 mm (2.0 in). along the chain.
  • Page 64 Drive Chain Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack ► Adjusting the Drive Chain Scale Slack graduations Adjusting the chain requires special tools. Have the drive chain slack adjusted by your dealer. 1. Shift the transmission to Neutral. Stop the Rear edge of engine.
  • Page 65 Drive Chain Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack ► Checking the Drive Chain Wear Both marks should correspond. If axle is misaligned, turn the right or left adjusting Check the chain wear label when adjusting the nut until the marks are aligned and recheck drive chain.
  • Page 66: Clutch

    Clutch Checking the Clutch Check the clutch cable for kinks or signs of wear. If necessary have it replaced by your dealer. Checking the Clutch Lever Freeplay Lubricate the clutch cable with a commercially Check the clutch lever freeplay. available cable lubricant to prevent premature Freeplay at the clutch lever: wear and corrosion.
  • Page 67 Clutch Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay ► Adjusting the Clutch Lever Adjusting nut Freeplay 1. Loosen the lock nut. 2. Turn the adjusting nut until the clutch lever freeplay is 10 to 20 mm (0.4 to 0.8 in). 3. Tighten the locknut and check the clutch lever freeplay.
  • Page 68: Throttle

    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 vehicle inspected by your dealer.
  • Page 69: Crankcase Breather

    Crankcase Breather Cleaning the Crankcase Breather 1. Remove the right side cover. 2 P. 47 2. Place a suitable container to receive deposits. 3. Remove the crankcase breather tube and drain deposits. 4. Reinstall the crankcase breather tube. Crankcase breather tube...
  • Page 70: Other Adjustments

    Other Adjustments Adjusting the Headlight Headlight Adjusting bolt You can adjust vertical aim of the headlight for proper alignment. To move the headlight, loosen the bolt. Down Tighten the bolt after adjustment. Obey local laws and regulations.
  • Page 71: Adjusting The Rear Suspension

    Other Adjustments Adjusting the Rear Suspension ► Adjusting the Rear Pin spanner Adjuster Suspension Adjusting the suspension requires a pin spanner. We recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your dealer. Spring Preload ▌ You can adjust the spring preload by the 1 2 3 adjuster to suit the load or the road surface.
  • Page 72: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Engine Will Not Start P. 70 ..........Warning Indicators On or Flashing P. 71 ..... PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) P. 71 ......ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator P. 71 ....Tyre Puncture P. 72 ..............Electrical Trouble P.
  • Page 73: Engine Will Not Start

    Engine Will Not Start Starter Motor Operates But Starter Motor Does Not Engine Does Not Start Operate Check the following items: Check the following items: Check the correct engine starting Check the correct engine starting sequence. sequence. P. 20 P. 20 Check that there is petrol in the fuel tank.
  • Page 74: Warning Indicators On Or Flashing

    Warning Indicators On or Flashing PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Indicator comes on or starts flashing while riding. Injection) Malfunction Indicator does not come on when the Indicator Lamp (MIL) ignition switch is in the ON position. Indicator does not go off at speeds above If the indicator comes on while riding, you 5 km/h (3 mph).
  • Page 75: Tyre Puncture

    Tyre Puncture Repairing a puncture or removing a wheel WARNING requires special tools and technical expertise. Riding your vehicle with a temporary We recommend you have this type of service tyre repair can be risky. If the performed by your dealer. temporary repair fails, you can crash After an emergency repair, always have the and be seriously injured or killed.
  • Page 76 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels Front Wheel Speedometer Speedometer gear box cable Removal 1. Place your vehicle on its centre stand on a firm, level surface. 2. Support your vehicle securely and raise the front wheel off the ground using a maintenance stand or a hoist.
  • Page 77 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels Installation 5. After installing the wheel, apply the brake 1. Attach the side collar and speedometer lever several times, then check if the wheel gearbox to the wheel. rotates freely. Recheck the wheel if the 2. Position the wheel between the fork legs brake drags or if the wheel does not and insert the front axle shaft from the rotate freely.
  • Page 78 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels Rear Wheel Drive chain Lock nut case Removal Adjusting nut 1. Support your vehicle securely and raise Rear axle nut the rear wheel off the ground using the Brake rod centre stand or a hoist. 2. Remove the rear brake adjusting nut, disconnect the brake rod from the brake arm by pushing down on the rear brake pedal.
  • Page 79 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels 6. Connect the brake rod to the brake arm. Drive chain Adjusting nut 7. Adjust the drive chain. P. 61 8. Adjust the rear brake freeplay. P. 55 9. Tighten the rear axle nut. Torque: 88 N·m (9.0 kgf·m, 65 lbf·ft) 10.
  • Page 80: Electrical Trouble

    Electrical Trouble Battery Goes Dead Burned-out Light Bulb Charge the battery using a motorcycle Follow the procedure below to replace a battery charger. burned-out light bulb. Remove the battery from the vehicle before Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK charging.
  • Page 81 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb Headlight bulb 4. Install a new bulb and parts in the reverse order of removal. Install the dust cover with its “TOP” “TOP” mark mark facing up. Do not touch the glass surface with your fingers.
  • Page 82 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb Brakelight/Taillight Bulb Front/Rear Turn Signal Bulb Bulb Screw Bulb Stoplight lens Socket Inner lens Turn signal lens Screws Remove the turn signal lens by removing 1. Remove the stoplight lens and inner lens the screw. by removing the screws.
  • Page 83: Blown Fuse

    Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse Blown Fuse 1. Remove the left side cover. P. 47 2. Open the fuse box cover. Before handling fuses, see “Inspecting and 3. Pull out the fuses one by one with the Replacing Fuses.” P. 35 fuse puller provided in the tool kit ( P.
  • Page 84 Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse Main Fuse 1. Remove the left side cover. P. 47 2. Disconnect the negative - terminal from Wire connector the battery. P. 43 Main fuse 3. Pull out the starter magnetic switch. 4. Disconnect the wire connector of the starter magnetic switch..
  • Page 85: Unstable Engine Operation Occur Intermittently

    Unstable Engine Operation Occurs Intermittently If the fuel pump filter is clogged, unstable engine operation will occur intermittently while riding. Even if this symptom occurs, you can continue to ride your vehicle. If unstable engine operation occurs even if sufficient fuel is available, have your vehicle inspected by your dealer as soon as possible.
  • Page 86: Information

    Information Keys P. 84 ..................Instruments, Controls, & Other Features P. 85 ..............Caring for Your Vehicle P. 86 ........... Storing Your Vehicle P. 89 ..........Transporting Your Vehicle P. 90 ........You & the Environment P. 91 .......... Serial Numbers P.
  • Page 87: Keys

    Keys Keys Ignition key Be sure to record the key number provided with the key number plate. Store the spare key and key number in a safe location. To make a duplicate, take the spare key or the key number to your dealer. If you lose all ignition keys and the key number, Ignition key Key number plate...
  • Page 88: Instruments, Controls, & Other Features

    Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Instruments, Controls, & Tripmeter Other Features The tripmeter returns to 0.0 when the read-out exceeds 999.9. Ignition Switch Leaving the ignition switch in the ON position Document Bag with the engine stopped will drain the battery. Do not turn the key while riding.
  • Page 89: Caring For Your Vehicle

    4. After the vehicle dries, lubricate any moving Frequent cleaning and polishing is important to parts. ensure the life of your Honda. A clean vehicle Make sure that no lubricant spills onto the makes it easier to spot potential problems.
  • Page 90 Caring for Your Vehicle Washing Precautions Do not direct water at the air cleaner: Follow these guidelines when washing: Water in the air cleaner can prevent the Do not use high-pressure washers: engine from starting. High-pressure water cleaners can damage Do not direct water near the headlight: moving parts and electrical parts, The headlight’s inside lens may fog...
  • Page 91 Caring for Your Vehicle Aluminium Components Exhaust Pipe and Muffler Aluminium will corrode from contact with dirt, When the exhaust pipe and muffler are painted, mud, or road salt. Clean aluminium parts do not use a commercially available abrasive regularly and follow these guidelines to avoid kitchen cleaning compound.
  • Page 92: Storing Your Vehicle

    Storing Your Vehicle Storing Your Vehicle After removing your vehicle from storage, inspect all maintenance items required by the Maintenance Schedule. If you store your vehicle outdoors, you should consider using a full-body vehicle cover. If you won’t be riding for an extended period, follow these guidelines: Wash your vehicle and wax all painted surfaces (except matte painted surfaces).
  • Page 93: Transporting Your Vehicle

    Transporting Your Vehicle Transporting Your Vehicle If your vehicle needs to be transported, it should be carried on a motorcycle trailer or a flatbed truck or trailer that has a loading ramp or lifting platform, and motorcycle tie-down straps. Never try to tow your vehicle with a wheel or wheels on the ground.
  • Page 94: You & The Environment

    You & the Environment You & the Environment down a drain or on the ground. Used oil, petrol, and cleaning solvents contain poisons that can hurt refuse workers and contaminate drinking Owning and riding a vehicle can be enjoyable, water, lakes, rivers, and oceans. but you must do your part to protect the environment.
  • Page 95: Serial Numbers

    Serial Numbers Serial Numbers The frame and engine serial numbers uniquely identify your vehicle and are required in order to register your vehicle. They may also be required when ordering replacement parts. You should record these numbers and keep them in a safe place. Frame number Engine number...
  • Page 96: Fuels Containing Alcohol

    Fuels Containing Alcohol Fuels Containing Alcohol The use of petrol containing more than 10% ethanol may: Damage the painting of the fuel tank. Some conventional fuels blended with alcohol Damage the rubber tubes of the fuel line. are available in some locales to help reduce Cause corrosion of the fuel tank.
  • Page 97: Catalytic Converters

    (NOx) in the exhaust engine. gasses into safe compounds. 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 98: Specifications

    Specifications Main Components Displacement 162.71 cm (9.925 cu-in) Overall length 2081 mm (81.9 in) Bore x stroke 57.300 x 63.096 mm (2.2559× 2.4841 in) Overall width 756 mm (29.8 in) Compression ratio 10.0:1 Overall height 1103 mm (43.4 in) Unleaded petrol Fuel Recommended: 91 RON or higher Wheelbase...
  • Page 99 1.2 litres Rear After disassembly TVS ATT 750KE (1.3 US qt, 1.1 Imp qt) (Driver only) Recommended Honda Dot 3 or Dot 4 Brake fluid 175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm , 25 psi) brake fluid Front (Driver and passenger) Recommended 175 kPa (1.75 kgf/cm...
  • Page 100 Specifications Bulbs Torque Specifications Engine oil drain bolt 30 N·m (3.1 kgf·m, 22 lbf·ft) Headlight 12 V-35/35 W Rear axle nut 88 N·m (9.0 kgf·m, 65 lbf·ft) Brakelight/Taillight 12 V-21 / 5 W Front axle nut 59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 44 lbf·ft) Front turn signal 12 V- 10 W x 2 Rear turn signal...
  • Page 101: Warranty Policy

    Warranty Policy (Valid in India only) Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (Pvt.) Ltd. In all such cases the decision of the respective (HMSI) gives the following warranty in respect manufacturer will be final and binding. vehicle “UNICORN” manufactured by them.
  • Page 102 Warranty Policy Warranty Policy (Valid in India only) (Valid in India Only) This warranty and any claim arising there from Further this warranty is not applicable to: is subject to Gurugram jurisdiction only. 1. Any “UNICORN” on which any free and No claim for exchange or repair can be paid services has not been carried out, as consider unless the customer:...
  • Page 103 Warranty Policy Warranty Policy (Valid in India only) (Valid in India Only) 5. If there is any damage to the painted not manufactured or recommended for use surface due to industrial pollution or other by HMSI if in the sole judgment of HMSI, extraneous factors.
  • Page 104 Warranty Policy Warranty Policy (Valid in India only) (Valid in India Only) This warranty is entirely written warranty the authorized service center shall take such given by HMSI for “UNICORN” and no corrective measures as may be necessary and other person, including the dealer or its or shall at its sole discretion replace free of charge his agent or employee is authorised to...
  • Page 105 Warranty Policy Warranty Policy (Valid in India only) (Valid in India Only) 3. Warranty claim for the components under of such examination will be final and binding. Emission warranty will be admitted, for a If, on examination, a warrantable condition is prima facie examination, in the event of not established, the manufacturers will have failure of the vehicle to meet the emission...
  • Page 106 Warranty Policy Warranty Policy (Valid in India only) (Valid in India Only) 8. Any consequential repairs or replacement statutory authorities on account of failure of parts which may be found necessary to to comply with the in use emission establish compliance to in-use emission standards.
  • Page 107 Warranty Policy Warranty Policy (Valid in India only) (Valid in India Only) in use emission standards in spite of h. Produces valid certificate of insurance having maintained and used the vehicle and RTO registration. in accordance with the instructions in 14.
  • Page 108 Warranty Policy Warranty Policy (Valid in India only) (Valid in India Only) A vehicle which has been used for 2. The emission warranty covers only competitions, races, rallies or for the compliance with the emission standard as purpose of establishing records. specified in the sub rule (2) of rule 115 of CMVR.
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    Index Catalytic Converter ...........94 Compartment ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) on Front Document Bag ..........25, 85 Wheel ............... 9 Owner’s Manual ..........85 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Tool Kit ..............25 Indicator ............17, 71 Crankcase Breather..........66 Accessories ............12 Electrical Trouble ..........77 Battery ..............
  • Page 110 Gasohol ..............93 Maintenance Fundamentals ............32 Importance ............28 Headlight Aim ............67 Safety ..............28 Headlight Case ............. 45 Schedule ...............29 Headlight Dimmer Switch....... 18 Maximum Weight Limit ......13, 95 Helmet Holder ............. 26 Modifications ............12 High Beam Indicator ......... 17 Horn Button ............
  • Page 111 Storage Equipment ..........25 Storing Your Vehicle ..........89 Recommended Switches ..............18 Fuel................. 24 Oil ................36 Refueling ..............24 Throttle..............65 Removal Tool ................42 Battery ..............43 Transporting Your Vehicle ......90 Drive Chain Case ..........44 Tripmeter ............16, 85 Headlight Case ............

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