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HO NDA CB X 75 0 F ( RC1 7)
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France
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  • Page 1: Preface

    HO NDA CB X 75 0 F ( RC1 7) O W N ER S MA N UA L • Following codes in this manual indicates each country Royaume-Uni Reino Unido Großbritannien France France Francia Frankreich Germany Allemagne Alemania Deutschland Europe Europe Europa...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS PREFACE ................................ 1 MOTORCYCLE SAFETY........................... 3 SAFE RIDING RULES ........................... 3 PROTECTIVE APPAREL..........................3 MODIFICATIONS ............................3 LOADING AND ACCESSORIES........................3 Loading ..............................3 Accessories..............................4 TYRES: TUBELESS ............................4 SUSPENSON..............................6 Air Pressure............................... 6 Rear air pressure adjustment: ........................6 Rebound damping adjuster ...........................
  • Page 3: Motorcycle Safety

    WARNING: To prevent an accident, use ex treme ca re when adding and riding with accessories and luggage. The addition of accessories and luggage can reduce a motorcycl e’s stability, performance and safe operating speed. Remember these performances may be reduced by installation of non-Honda accessories, improper loading, poor road or weather conditions, etc.
  • Page 4: Accessories

    Accessories Genuine Honda accessori es have been speci fically designed for and tested on this motorcycle. Because the factory cannot test all other accessori es, you are personally responsible for proper selection, installation, and use of non-Honda accessories. Always follow the guidelines under Loading above, and these: Carefully inspect the accessory to make sure it does not obscure any lights, reduce ground clearance and banking angle, or limit suspension travel, steering travel or control operation.
  • Page 5 Rear: 2.0 mm (3/32”) Repair • Puncture of tubeless tyres may be fixed extern ally for em ergency. See your authorised Honda Dealer fo r the correct method befo re you encounter actual failure on the road WARNING: • Do not ex ceed 60 km/h (40 mph) for the first 24 hours after the repair carri ed out, otherwise repair failure or tyre deflation may result.
  • Page 6: Suspenson

    SUSPENSON The front and rear suspension of this motorcycle can provide the desired ride under various rider/luggag e weights and driving conditions through adjustment of the air pressure. The recommended pressures under normal conditions are: Front 0 - 40 kPa (0 - 0.4 kg/cm , 0 - 6 psi) Rear 0 - 400 kPa (0 - 4.0 kg/cm...
  • Page 7: Rebound Damping Adjuster

    Rebound damping adjuster After adjusting preload air pressure, set the front and rear rebound damping adjusters (reference: (3) front; (4) rear) to one of three positions for the front and three positions for the rear. Adjust damping to provide the desired ride according to the chart below.
  • Page 8: Equipment And Controls

    EQ UIPMENT AND CONTROLS Control Location (1) Fuel tank cap (8) Choke lever (15) Brake fluid reservoir (2) Fuse box (9) Clutch fluid reservoir (16) Engine stop switch (3) Horn button (10) Voltmeter (17) Brake lever (4) Turn signal switch (11) Speedometer (18) Throttle grip (5) Clutch lever...
  • Page 9: Instruments And Indicators

    (1) Passenger footpeg (2) Footpeg (3) Brake pedal (4) helmet holder Instruments and Indicators The indicators and warning lights are grouped around the instruments. (1) Tripmeter (8) Tachometer (2) Speedometer (9) Tachometer red zone (3) Odometer (10) Oil pressure warning light (4) Left turn signal indicator (11) High beam indicator (5) Voltmeter...
  • Page 10: Tail/Stoplight Warning Light

    Tail/Stoplight Warning Light The tail/stoplight warning light (1) lights when the tail/stoplight bulb is burned out. It should light for a few seconds and go out when the ignition switch is turned ON. Tachometer Red Zone CAUTION: • Never allow the tachometer needle to enter the red zone, even after the engine has been broken in.
  • Page 11: Starter Button

    If the needle reads below 10V or above 15V, there is a malfunction in the electrical system (See your authorised HONDA deal er.) NOTE: Check the voltmeter after the needle stabilises. The needle will stabilise...
  • Page 12: Document Compartment

    Document Compartment The document compartment is at the rear of the seat. Remove the seat and open the cover. This owners manual and other documents should be stored in the document compartment. When washing your motorcycle, be careful not to flood this area with water. Steering Lock The steering can be locked when the ignition switch (1) is in the "LOCK"...
  • Page 13: Fuel Valve

    Fuel Valve The fuel valve (1) is located under the left side of the fu el tank. With the valve set in the "OFF" position, fuel supply is cut off. The valve should be set in this position when the motorcycle is not in use.
  • Page 14 Press the starter button, leaving the throttle closed. Warm up the engine by opening and closing the throttle until it runs smoothly, with the choke closed. CAUTION: The oil pressure warning light (2) should go off within a few seconds after the engine is started.
  • Page 15 ** In the interest of safety, we recommend these items be serviced only by an authorised Honda Dealer * Should be serviced by an authorised Honda Dealer unless the owner has proper tools and service data and is mechanically qualifi ed. Refer to the official Honda Shop Manual.
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Check the engine oil level each day befo re operating the motorcycle. Put the motorcycle on its centre stand on level ground. Start the engine and let it idle for a few minutes. Stop the engine and remove oil filler cap/dipstick (1), wipe it clean, and insert the dipstick without screwing it in.
  • Page 17: Spark Plugs

    Spark Plugs Standard DPR8EA-9 X24EPR-U9 <DP8EA-9> <X24EP-U9> For Cold climate (below 5°C) DPR7EA-9 X22EPR-U9 <DP7EA-9> <X22EP-U9> For extended high speed driving DPR9EA-9 X27EPR-U9 <DP9EA-9> <X27EP-U9> Remove the spark plug lead and take out the spark plug with the special wrench provided in the tool kit.
  • Page 18: Clutch

    Fluid Level Check that the fluid level is above the lower mark (1). If the fluid level is near the lower level mark, it indicates the fluid is leaking. See your authorised Honda dealer for repair. Crankcas e Breather Remove the drain plug (1) from the tube, and drain deposits.
  • Page 19: Brakes

    (2), check the brake pads for wear (see Brake Pads below). If the brake pad wear does not exceed the limits, this will usually indicate a fluid leak. Consult your nearest Honda dealer. Recommended brak e fluid: DOT4 CAUTION: •...
  • Page 20: Front And Rear Suspension

    NOTE: Do not depress the brake lever when the wheel is off the motorcycle. The calliper piston will be forced out of the cylinder with subsequent loss of brake fluid. If this occurs, servicing of the brake system will be necessary. See your authorised Honda dealer for this service. Installation Notes: To install the front wheel assembly, position the wheel between the fork legs.
  • Page 21: Rear Wheel Removal

    If this occurs, servicing of the brake system will be necessary. See your authorised Honda dealer for this service. Installation Note: To install the rear wheel, reverse the removal procedure. Torque the axle nut to 85 – 105 Nm (8.5 – 10.5 kg-m, 61 – 76 ft-lbs).
  • Page 22: Battery Care

    The fuse box (1) is located between the handlebars. Main fus e (3) is installed near the battery. When frequent failure of the fus e occurs, it usually indicates a short circuit or an overload in the electrical system. Consult your Honda dealer.
  • Page 23: Stoplight Switch Adjustment

    Stoplight Switch Adjustment Check the operation of the stoplight (1) switch periodically. The switch is located on the right hand side behind the engine. Adjustment is done by turning the adjusting nut (2). Turn the nut in the direction (A) if the switch operated too late and in the direction (B) if the switch operates too soon.
  • Page 24: Colour Label

    Colour Label The colour label (1) is attached to the frame below the seat. It helps to order replacement parts. Record the model and colour here for your reference. MODEL. COLOUR. STORAGE GUIDE Storage Extended storage, such as for winter, requires that you take certain steps to reduce the effects of deterioration from non use of the motorcycle.

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