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  • Page 1 All illustrations are based on the NRX1800 model equipped with chrome wheels. 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 2004 Honda NRX1800 VALKYRIE RUNE OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 3 It’s full of facts, instructions, safety information, When you own a Honda, you’re part of a and helpful tips. To make it easy to use, worldwide family of satisfied customers the manual contains a detailed list of −...
  • Page 4 California to cause cancer and birth motorcycle best and is dedicated to your defects or other reproductive harm. complete satisfaction. Please report any change of address or ownership to your Honda dealer so we will be able to contact you concerning important production information. Introduction...
  • 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, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others.
  • Page 6 A Few Words About Safety You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions. Safety Headings ––...
  • Page 7 Contents These pages give an overview of the Before Riding ........contents of your owner’s manual. The first The importance of wearing a helmet page of each section lists the topics and other protective gear, how to make covered in that section. sure you and your motorcycle are ready to ride, and important information about loading.
  • Page 8 ...... ID numbers, technical specifications, Why your motorcycle needs regular and other technical facts. maintenance, what you need to know before servicing your Honda, an owner maintenance schedule, and instructions Consumer Information ..... for specific maintenance and Information on warranties, emission adjustment items.
  • Page 10 Motorcycle Safety This section presents some of the most Important Safety Information ....important information and Accessories & Modifications ....recommendations to help you ride your Safety Labels ........... motorcycle safely. Please take a few moments to read these pages. This section also includes information about the location of safety labels on your motorcycle.
  • Page 11 Important Safety Information Your motorcycle can provide many years Always Wear a Helmet of service and pleasure if you take − It’s a proven fact: helmets significantly responsibility for your own safety and reduce the number and severity of head understand the challenges you can meet injuries.
  • Page 12 Important Safety Information Take Time to Learn & Practice Always pay attention to other vehicles Even if you have ridden other motorcycles, around you, and do not assume that other take time to become familiar with how drivers see you. Be prepared to stop this motorcycle works and handles.
  • Page 13 Important Safety Information Ride within Your Limits Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition Pushing limits is another major cause of It’s important to keep your motorcycle motorcycle accidents. Never ride beyond properly maintained and in safe riding your personal abilities or faster than condition.
  • Page 14 Before you consider making any modifications or adding an We strongly recommend that you use only accessory, be sure to read the following genuine Honda accessories that have been information. specifically designed and tested for your motorcycle. Because Honda cannot test all...
  • Page 15 Accessories & Modifications Do not install any fairing or windshield Modifications unless it was designed and tested by Honda for your motorcycle. Some fairings or windshields, even smaller We strongly advise you not to remove any ones, can cause unstable handling of original equipment or modify your your motorcycle.
  • Page 16 Safety labels on your motorcycle either warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or they provide important safety information. Read these labels carefully and don’t remove them. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement. Motorcycle Safety...
  • Page 17 Safety Labels Motorcycle Safety...

  • Page 18: Table Of Contents

    Instruments & Controls This section shows the location of all Component Locations ......11 gauges, indicators, and controls you would Gauges, Indicators & Displays ....14 normally use before or while riding your Multi-function Display ...... . 22 motorcycle.
  • Page 19 Instruments & Controls Controls & Features ....... . 27 Ignition Switch ........27 Keys ........... . 28 Immobilizer System (HISS) ....30 Start Button ......... 33 Engine Stop Switch ......33 Headlight Dimmer Switch ....34 Turn Signal Switch ......

  • Page 20: Instruments & Controls

    Component Locations indicators clutch fluid reservoir front brake fluid reservoir rearview mirror rearview mirror clutch lever engine stop switch headlight dimmer switch front brake lever turn signal switch throttle grip horn button start button multi-function display fuel fill cap Instruments & Controls...
  • Page 21 Component Locations owner’s manual storage tool kit compartment coolant reserve tank final drive gear oil filler cap rear brake fluid reservoir footpeg oil filler cap/dipstick rear brake pedal Instruments & Controls...
  • Page 22 Component Locations steering lock lever fuse box ignition switch helmet holder battery rear compression gearshift pedal footpeg side stand damping adjuster Instruments & Controls...

  • Page 23: Gauges, Indicators & Displays

    Gauges, Indicators & Displays The gauges, indicators and displays on (1) low oil pressure indicator your motorcycle keep you informed, alert (2) PGM-FI malfunction indicator lamp you to possible problems, and make your (MIL) riding safer and more enjoyable. Refer to (3) high beam indicator the gauges, indicators and displays (4) turn signal indicator...
  • Page 24 ON. So you can check that it is working. The If one of these indicators does not come indicator remains on until the engine is on when it should, have your Honda dealer started. check for problems. Instruments & Controls...
  • Page 25 The displays are identified in the table on page with the words: Display Check. If any part of these displays does not come on when it should, have your Honda dealer (1) multi-function display check for problems. Instruments & Controls...
  • Page 26 ON and the engine stop switch is at RUN. If the indicator comes on at any other time, reduce speed and take your motorcycle to a Honda dealer as soon as possible. Lamp Check. high beam indicator Lights when the headlight is on high beam.
  • Page 27 Gauges, Indicators & Displays neutral indicator (green) Lights when the transmission is in neutral. Lamp Check. coolant temperature Lights when the coolant is over the specified indicator (red) temperature. If the indicator comes on, pull safely to the side of the road. See page for instructions and cautions.
  • Page 28 Gauges, Indicators & Displays immobilizer system Lights for a few seconds when the ignition switch (HISS) indicator (red) is turned ON and the engine stop switch is at RUN. It will then go off if the properly-coded key has been inserted. If an improperly-coded key has been inserted, the indicator will remain on and the engine will not start, and the steering lock will not be released (page...
  • Page 29 Gauges, Indicators & Displays multi-function display The display includes the following functions: Display Check. speedometer Shows riding speed in miles or kilometers per hour (page odometer Shows the total miles or kilometers ridden (page tripmeter A & B Shows the number of miles or kilometers ridden since you last reset the meter.
  • Page 30 Gauges, Indicators & Displays trip reset switch Use this button for the following purposes. To change the tripmeter display between A and B To reset the tripmeter To switch the immobilizer system (HISS) indicator blinking on or off To change the mileage units for the speedometer and odometer/tripmeter Instruments &...

  • Page 31: Multi-Function Display

    Gauges, Indicators & Displays Multi-function Display The multi-function display ( ) includes the following functions: speedometer odometer tripmeter A & B fuel gauge The tripmeter will reset if the battery is (1) multi-function display disconnected. (2) speedometer (3) odometer/tripmeter A & B (4) fuel gauge Instruments &...

  • Page 32: Speedometer

    Gauges, Indicators & Displays Speedometer The speedometer ( ) shows riding speed in miles or kilometers per hour. The speedometer will show ‘‘mph’’ (USA) or ‘‘km/h’’ (Canada) when the battery is reconnected. (1) speedometer Instruments & Controls...

  • Page 33: Odometer/Tripmeter A & B

    Gauges, Indicators & Displays Odometer/Tripmeter A & B The odometer ( ) shows the total miles or kilometers ridden. The tripmeter shows number of miles or kilometers ridden since you last reset the meter. The tripmeter has two sub modes, A ( ) and B ( ).

  • Page 34: Changing The Speed And Mileage Unit

    Gauges, Indicators & Displays Changing the Speed and Mileage Unit The speedometer displays both ‘‘mph’’ and ‘‘km/h’’. The odometer/tripmeter displays both ‘‘mile’’ and ‘‘km’’. Press and hold the trip reset switch ( ) to select ‘‘mph’’/‘‘mile’’ or ‘‘km/h’’/‘‘km’’. This function only operates while the display is in the ‘‘ODO’’...

  • Page 35: Fuel Gauge

    Gauges, Indicators & Displays Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge liquid crystal display ( ) shows the approximate fuel supply available in a graduated display. When segment F ( ) goes on, the fuel tank capacity is: 6.08 US gal (23.0 ) When segment E ( ) flashes, you should refill the tank as soon as possible.

  • Page 36: Instruments & Controls

    Controls & Features LEFT SIDE Ignition Switch The ignition switch is used for starting and stopping the engine (page ), and to release the steering lock (page ). Insert the key and turn it to the right for the ON position.

  • Page 37: Keys

    This motorcycle has two ignition keys ( ). To reproduce keys, bring all keys and your motorcycle to your Honda dealer. Up to four keys can be registered with the immobilizer system (HISS), including the ones in hand.
  • Page 38 Controls & Features If all ignition keys are lost, the PGM-FI unit/ignition control module must be replaced. If you have just one key left, we recommend that you have it copied to ensure that a backup is available. These ignition keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system (HISS).

  • Page 39: Immobilizer System (Hiss)

    Immobilizer System (HISS) the engine stop switch is at RUN, the immobilizer system (HISS) indicator HISS is the abbreviation of Honda lights for a few seconds, then go off. If Ignition Security System. the indicator remains on, it means the...
  • Page 40 If the system repeatedly does not Turn the ignition switch ON. recognize the coding of your key, contact The multi-function display selects the your Honda dealer. ‘‘ODO’’ mode. The system may not recognize the key’s Simultaneously press and hold the...
  • Page 41 Controls & Features As required by the FCC: This device complies with Industry This device complies with Part 15 of the Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is FCC rules. Operation is subject to the subject to the f ollowing two conditions: f ollowing two conditions: (1) This device (1) this device may not cause interf erence, may not cause harmf ul interf erence, and...

  • Page 42: Start Button

    Controls & Features Start Button Engine Stop Switch The start button ( ) is used for starting the RIGHT HANDLEBAR engine. Pushing the button in starts the engine. See Starting Procedure, page When the start button is pushed, the starter motor will crank the engine;...

  • Page 43: Headlight Dimmer Switch

    Controls & Features If your motorcycle is stopped with the Turn Signal Switch ignition switch ON and the engine stop switch OFF, the headlight and taillight will remain on, resulting in battery The turn signal switch ( ) is used to signal discharge.

  • Page 44: Horn Button

    Controls & Features The illumination switch is also used to Horn Button switch the blinking of the immobilizer system (HISS) indicator on or off. To The horn is used to alert other motorists. operate, simultaneously press and hold the To operate, push the horn button ( ). switch and the trip reset switch (page until the HISS indicator lights.

  • Page 45: Trip Reset Switch

    Controls & Features The trip reset switch is also used to change Trip Reset Switch the speed and mileage units for the speedometer/odometer/tripmeter. To The trip reset switch is used to switch change the unit, press and hold the switch between the odometer and the two (page tripmeter (A &...

  • Page 46: Steering Lock Lever

    Controls & Features To lock: Steering Lock Lever Turn the handlebar all the way to the left. The steering lock lever ( ) is located on Turn the ignition OFF and remove the the side of the ignition switch. ignition key. The lever is used to lock the steering for Pull the steering lock lever back until it theft prevention (page...
  • Page 47 OFF, and then turn it ON again. If the lock still won’t release, turn the ignition OFF. Pull the steering lock lever to make sure the steering lock is fully engaged before leaving your motorcycle. See your Honda dealer. Instruments & Controls...
  • Page 48 ？ Before each ride, you need to make sure Are You Ready to Ride ..... . 40 you and your Honda are both ready to ride. Protective Apparel ......40 To help get you prepared, this section Rider Training ........

  • Page 49: Before Riding

    Are You Ready to Ride? Before you ride your motorcycle for the Protective Apparel first time, we urge you to: Read this owner’s manual. Make sure you understand all the safety For your safety, we strongly recommend messages. that you always wear an approved Know how to operate all the controls.
  • Page 50 Are You Ready to Ride? Helmets and Eye Protection Your helmet is your most important piece Not wearing a helmet increases of riding gear because it offers the best protection against head injuries. A helmet the chance of serious injury or death in a crash.

  • Page 51: Rider Training

    Are You Ready to Ride? A motorcycle riding suit or jacket for We urge all riders to take a certified comfort as well as protection. course approved by the Motorcycle Safety Bright-colored and reflective clothing Foundation (MSF). New riders should can help make you more noticeable in start with the basic course, and even traffic.

  • Page 52: Is Your Motorcycle Ready To Ride

    Is Your Motorcycle Ready to Ride? Before each ride, it’s important to inspect Pre-ride Inspection your motorcycle and make sure any problem you find is corrected. A pre-ride inspection is a must, not only for safety, Check the following items before you get but because having a breakdown, or even on the motorcycle: a flat tire, can be a major inconvenience.
  • Page 53 Is Your Motorcycle Ready to Ride? Leaks, Walk around your Check these items after you get on the Loose motorcycle and look for motorcycle: Parts anything that appears unusual, such as a leak or Throttle Rotate the throttle to check loose cable.
  • Page 54 Periodic maintenance should also be done at least once a month, no matter how often you ride. Remember, be sure to take care of any problem you find, or have your Honda dealer correct it before you ride. Before Riding...

  • Page 55: Load Limits & Guidelines

    In addition, exceeding the weight limits or following information. carrying an unbalanced load can seriously affect your motorcycle’s handling, braking, and stability. Non-Honda Overloading or improper loading accessories, improper modifications, and poor maintenance can also reduce your can cause a crash and you can be seriously hurt or killed.

  • Page 56: Load Limits

    Load Limits & Guidelines Load Limits Loading Guidelines Following are the load limits for your As discussed on page , we recommend motorcycle: that you do not carry any cargo on this motorcycle. However, if you decide to maximum weight capacity: carry cargo, ride at reduced speeds and 276 lbs (125 kg) follow these common-sense guidelines:...
  • Page 57 Load Limits & Guidelines To prevent loose items from creating a hazard, make sure that all cargo is tied down securely before you ride. Place cargo weight as low and close to the center of your motorcycle as possible. Balance cargo weight evenly on both sides.

  • Page 58: Basic Operation & Riding

    Basic Operation & Riding This section gives basic riding instructions, Safe Riding Precautions ......50 including how to start and stop your Starting & Stopping the Engine .... . 51 engine, and how to use the throttle, clutch, Preparation .........

  • Page 59: Safe Riding Precautions

    Safe Riding Precautions Before riding your motorcycle for the first time, please review the Motorcycle Saf ety section beginning on page 1, and the Bef ore Riding section beginning on page Even if you have ridden other motorcycles, take time to become familiar with how this motorcycle works and handles.

  • Page 60: Starting & Stopping The Engine

    Starting & Stopping the Engine Always follow the proper starting clutch lever pulled in. After starting with procedure described below. the side stand down, the engine will stop if the transmission is put in gear before For your safety, avoid starting or operating raising the side stand.

  • Page 61: Starting Procedure

    Starting & Stopping the Engine The low oil pressure indicator should go Starting Procedure off a few seconds after the engine starts. If the indicator stays on, stop the engine immediately and check the engine oil level. This motorcycle has a fuel-injected engine with an automatic fast idle.

  • Page 62: Flooded Engine

    Starting & Stopping the Engine Flooded Engine Bank Angle Sensor Ignition Cut-off System If the engine fails to start after repeated attempts, it may be flooded with excess Your motorcycle’s banking (lean angle) fuel. To clear a flooded engine: sensor system is designed to automatically Leave the engine stop switch set to stop the engine and fuel pump if the RUN.

  • Page 63: How To Stop The Engine

    Starting & Stopping the Engine Emergency Engine Stop How to Stop the Engine To stop the engine in an emergency, use the engine stop switch. To operate, press Normal Engine Stop the switch to the OFF position. To stop the engine, shift into neutral and turn the ignition switch OFF.

  • Page 64: Shifting Gears

    Shifting Gears Close the throttle and pull the clutch lever in completely before shifting. Improper shifting may damage the engine, transmission, and drive train. Learn to recognize the engagement point as you release the clutch lever. It is at this point the transmission of shifting pattern power to the rear wheel resumes.
  • Page 65 Shifting Gears Avoid downshifting to help slow your Shif ting Up: motorcycle when engine rpm is high. From 1st to 2nd: 12 mph (20 km/h) Downshifting when engine speed is From 2nd to 3rd: 19 mph (30 km/h) near its allowable maximum may over- From 3rd to 4th: 25 mph (40 km/h) rev the engine and cause possible...

  • Page 66: Braking

    Braking Your motorcycle is equipped with a new Gradually increase braking as you feel the braking system. Operating the front brake brakes slowing your speed. The increase lever applies the front brake. Operating in engine compression from downshifting the rear brake pedal applies the rear brake will help slow your motorcycle.
  • Page 67 Braking When possible, reduce your speed or your safety, exercise extreme caution complete braking before entering a turn. when braking, accelerating or turning. Avoid braking or closing the throttle quickly while turning. Either action may When descending a long, steep grade, cause one or both wheels to slip and use engine compression braking by reduce your control of your motorcycle.

  • Page 68: Parking

    Parking Look for a level parking area. If you Use the side stand to support the can’t park on a paved surface, make motorcycle while parked. sure the ground surface is firm, To lower the side stand, use your foot especially under the side stand.
  • Page 69 Parking Use the steering lock, which locks the Turn the ignition key ( ) OFF. Remove handlebar in place. Turn the handlebar the key. all the way to the left. Pull the steering lock lever ( ) back until it stops and then wiggle the handlebar until the lock catches.
  • Page 70 Parking Make sure that the handlebar is locked Use the helmet holder ( ) to secure securely by moving it slightly to the left your helmet with your motorcycle: and right. Remove the seat (page Route the helmet holder cable ( ) through the helmet D-ring ( ) and hook the loops of the holder cable onto the helmet holder ( ).
  • Page 71 Parking When the helmet holder is not used, the holder cable is folded in two and stored in Riding with a helmet attached to the owner’s manual storage ( ). the holder can interfere with the UNDER SEAT rear wheel or suspension and could cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
  • Page 72 Parking If you decide to use an anti-theft device, Theft-Prevention Tips select one of good quality and be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Park your motorcycle in a locked Keep your owner’s manual, current garage whenever possible. If a garage registration, and insurance information isn’t available, park in a concealed area with your motorcycle.
  • Page 73 Basic Operation & Riding...

  • Page 74: Servicing Your Honda

    You’ll also find important safety ‘‘certified’’ to EPA standards. precautions, information on fuels and oils, and tips for keeping your Honda looking Bef ore You Service Your Honda great. The Importance of Maintenance ...
  • Page 75 Servicing Your Honda Service Preparations Engine Component Locations ......81 Throttle ..........113 Tool Kit (Canada only) ......84 Clutch System ........115 Owner’s Manual Storage ......85 Spark Plugs .......... . 117 Seat Removal .........
  • Page 76 Servicing Your Honda The following table summarizes the three types of inspections and servicing recommendations for your motorcycle. Both the pre-ride inspection and the scheduled maintenance at the recommended intervals are necessary to assure safe and dependable performance. The periodic checks provide additional confidence in your motorcycle’s performance.

  • Page 77: The Importance Of Maintenance

    Maintenance Schedule in this section. If your motorcycle overturns or is involved in a crash, be sure your Honda dealer inspects all major parts, even if you are able to make some repairs. Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 78: Maintenance Safety

    Other tasks that are more difficult and require special tools are best performed by professionals. Wheel removal should Failure to properly follow normally be handled only by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic. maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be Instructions are included in this manual only to assist in emergency service.

  • Page 79: Important Safety Precautions

    Burns from hot motorcycle parts. clean parts. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and the engine and exhaust system cool flames away from all fuel-related parts. before touching. Injury from moving parts. Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 80 Maintenance Safety Remember that your Honda dealer knows your motorcycle best and is fully equipped to maintain and repair it. To ensure the best quality and reliability, use only new genuine Honda parts or their equivalents for repair and replacement. If you have the...

  • Page 81: Periodic Maintenance

    It’s a good idea to perform this maintenance any time you clean your motorcycle. Check the odometer reading and perform any scheduled maintenance checks that are needed (page ). Remember, more frequent checks may be needed for riding in severe conditions. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 82 Make sure the headlight, brake light, taillight, and turn signals are Lights working properly. Check the freeplay of the throttle grip (page Freeplay Make sure you have a full supply of spare fuses. Fuses Check the major fasteners and tighten as needed. Nuts & Bolts Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 83: Maintenance Schedule

    We recommend that you have your Honda dealer perform these The service intervals in this Maintenance tasks unless you have advanced Schedule are based on average riding mechanical skills and the required tools conditions.
  • Page 84 Consult your your own maintenance, use only genuine Honda dealer. ＊ Honda parts or their equivalents for repair Should be serviced by your Honda or replacement to ensure the best quality dealer, unless you have the proper tools and reliability.
  • Page 85 Service more frequently if noisy. Replace every 2 years, or at indicated odometer interval, whichever comes first. Replacement requires mechanical skill. Refer to the official Honda service manual. California type only. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 86 − SYSTEM ＊ EVAPORATIVE EMISSION − CONTROL SYSTEM Should be serviced by your Honda dealer, unless you have the proper tools and service data and are ＊ mechanically qualified. Refer to the official Honda Service Manual (page Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 87 ＊＊ STEERING HEAD BEARINGS ー Should be serviced by your Honda dealer, unless you have the proper tools and service data and are ＊ mechanically qualified. Refer to the official Honda Service Manual (page In the interest of safety, we recommend these items be serviced only by your Honda dealer.

  • Page 88: Maintenance Record

    Use the space under Notes to record anything you want to remind yourself about or mention to your dealer. Miles (km) Odometer Date Performed By: Notes 4,000 (6,400) 8,000 (12,000) 12,000 (19,200) 16,000 (25,600) 20,000 (32,000) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 89 Maintenance Record Miles (km) Odometer Date Performed By: Notes 24,000 (38,400) 28,000 (44,800) 32,000 (51,200) 36,000 (57,600) 40,000 (64,000) 44,000 (70,400) 48,000 (76,800) 52,000 (83,200) 56,000 (89,600) 60,000 (96,000) 64,000 (102,400) 68,000 (108,800) Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 90: Component Locations

    Component Locations clutch fluid reservoir front brake fluid reservoir clutch lever throttle grip front brake lever fuel fill cap Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 91 Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 92 Component Locations spark plugs fuse box cylinder head seat covers battery rear fender rear compression damping adjuster front brake caliper side stand side covers Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 93: Tool Kit (Canada Only)

    8 mm open end wrench pliers 2.5 mm hex wrench 4 mm hex wrench 5 mm hex wrench 6 mm hex wrench standard/Phillips screwdriver screwdriver handle spark plug wrench tool bag (1) tool kit (2) tool kit compartment (3) cover Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 94: Owner's Manual Storage

    (and other documents) in the plastic storage bag ( ) in the storage compartment ( ) under the seat. Be careful not to flood this area when washing your motorcycle. (1) owner’s manual storage bag (2) owner’s manual storage compartment Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 95: Seat Removal

    Installation Insert the prong ( ) into the seat stay ( ) under the frame. Push down on the rear of the seat. (1) ignition key (4) prong (2) seat lock (5) seat stay (3) seat Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 96: Side Cover Removal

    ( ). (3) bolt (7) side cover Carefully slide the side cover to the rear (4) side cover grommet until the side cover grommet ( ) is clear of the rear fender hook ( ). (8) hook Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 97 Side Cover Removal RIGHT SIDE Installation Installation can be done in the reverse order of removal. (1) screw (5) prong (2) upper side cover (6) frame grommet (3) bolt (7) side cover (4) side cover grommet (8) hook Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 98: Cylinder Head Cover Removal

    Remove the bolts B ( ) and the cylinder head side cover ( ). (1) bolts A Installation (2) cylinder head top cover Installation can be done in the reverse (3) bolts B order of removal. (4) cylinder head side cover Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 99: Left Muffler Cover Removal

    Remove the screw ( ) , the bolts B ( ) and the sub pivot plate cover ( ). (1) bolt A (4) bolt B (2) sub pivot (5) sub pivot plate lid plate cover (3) screw Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 100 Installation can be done in the reverse order of removal. Tighten the muffler cover bolts to specified torque: 10 lbf·ft (14 N·m , 1.4 kgf·m) (6) bolts C (8) bolts D (7) muffler cover (9) muffler cover protector Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 101: Fuel

    If pinging or components. spark knock persists, consult your Honda dealer. Your engine is designed to use any gasoline that has a pump octane number of 91 or higher.
  • Page 102 E segment in the fuel gauge flashes. (1) ignition key (2) fuel fill cap (3) filler neck Insert the ignition key ( ) in the fuel fill cap ( ) and turn it clockwise. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 103 Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks and flame away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately. Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 104: Engine Oil & Filter

    Changing oil helps get rid of dirt and deposits in the engine. Operating the engine with old or dirty oil can damage your engine. Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious damage to the engine and transmission. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 105 Engine Oil & Filter Oil Recommendation ＊ suggested oil Pro Honda GN4 or HP4 (without SG or higher molybdenum additives) 4-stroke classification except oils oil (USA & Canada), or Honda labeled as energy 4-stroke oil (Canada only), or an conserving on the equivalent motorcycle oil.
  • Page 106 Do not use API SH or higher oils displaying a circular API ‘‘energy conserving’’ service label on the container. They may affect lubrication and clutch performance. NOT RECOMMENDED Do not use non-detergent, vegetable, or castor based racing oils. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 107 4-stroke motorcycle engines. There are two classes: MA and MB. Oil conforming to the standard has the following classification on the oil container. (1) code number of the sales company of the oil (2) oil classification Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 108 Hold the motorcycle in an upright position. Insert the oil filler cap/dipstick until it seats, but don’t screw it in. (1) oil filler cap/dipstick (2) upper level mark (3) lower level mark Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 109 ( ) –– remove the oil specific performance requirements. Use a filler cap/dipstick and add the new genuine Honda oil filter or a filter of recommended oil until it reaches the equal quality specified for your model. upper level mark. (Do not overfill.) Install the oil filler cap/dipstick with a coin.
  • Page 110 (page ). If you do not have the skills or the tools, see your Honda dealer. Drain the Engine Oil: Park the motorcycle on its side stand on a firm, level surface.
  • Page 111 Improper disposal of drained f luids is UNDER ENGINE harmf ul to the environment. Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the rubber seal ( ) of a new oil filter. (3) oil filter (4) oil filter rubber seal Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 112 25 lbf·ft (34 N·m , 3.5 kgf·m) mark on the dipstick (page Check that there are no oil leaks. If a torque wrench is not used for installation, see your Honda dealer as soon as possible to verify proper assembly. Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 113: Coolant

    Using tap water may cause engine Coolant Recommendation damage. Use Pro Honda HP coolant or an The factory provides a 50/50 solution of equivalent high quality ethylene glycol antifreeze and water in this motorcycle.
  • Page 114 Higher concentrations of antifreeze (up to 60%) should only be used to provide additional protection against freezing. Check the cooling system frequently during freezing weather. (1) UPPER level mark (2) LOWER level mark (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 115 UPPER ( ) and LOWER ( ) level marks. If the reserve tank is empty, or if coolant loss is excessive, check for leaks and see your Honda dealer for repair. Remove the bolts ( ) and the front cover ( ).
  • Page 116 Saf ety Precautions on page the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, seriously Coolant should be replaced by your Honda scalding you. dealer, unless you have the proper tools and service data and are mechanically Always let the engine and radiator qualified.

  • Page 117: Crankcase Breather

    Place a drain pan under the crankcase breather tube plug ( ). Pull the crankcase breather tube out. Remove the plug to drain the deposits in (1) crankcase breather tube plug the tube. Reinstall the crankcase breather tube plug. Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 118: Final Drive Oil

    (2) muffler cover muffler cover ( ) and the final gear (3) final gear cover cover ( ). (4) boltsB Remove the bolts B ( ) and the final gear cover. (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 119 B to the specified torque: 7 lbf·ft (9.8 N·m , 1.0 kgf·m) Install the muffler cover bolts, washers and tighten to the specified torque: 10 lbf·ft (14 N·m , 1.4 kgf·m) Install the right side covers. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 120 Place a drain pan under the drain bolt ( ). Remove the oil filler cap ( ) and the drain bolt. (1) drain bolt (2) oil filler cap (3) sealing washer (4) oil filler inspection hole (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 121 ( ). Apply a thin coat of gear oil to the O- ring of oil filler cap. Install the oil filler cap and tighten to the specified torque: 9 lbf·ft (12 N·m , 1.2 kgf·m) Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 122: Throttle

    Adjustment Loosen the lock nut ( ). Turn the adjuster ( ). After adjustment, check for smooth rotation of the throttle grip from fully closed to fully open in all steering positions. (1) lock nut (2) adjuster Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 123 Check that the throttle assembly is positioned properly and the securing bolts are tight. Check for smooth rotation of the throttle from fully open to fully closed in all steering positions. If there is a problem, see your Honda dealer. Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 124: Clutch System

    See your Honda dealer to have the air bled out of the system. (1) LOWER level mark (cont’d)
  • Page 125 LOWER level mark, it Check for deterioration or cracks in the indicates fluid leakage. See your hose and fittings. Honda dealer for repair. Check that the clutch lever assembly is positioned properly and the securing bolts are tight.

  • Page 126: Spark Plugs

    Disconnect the spark plug caps ( ). plugs in the recommended heat range. Take care to avoid damaging the spark plug wire when disconnecting the caps. Using spark plugs with an improper heat range can cause engine damage. (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 127 If adjustment is necessary, bend the side electrode ( ) carefully. The gap should be: 0.039 0.043 in (1.0 1.1 mm) − − (1) spark plug cap (2) spark plug wrench Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 128 If a plug is too tight, the threads may be damaged. (3) spark plug gap (4) side electrode With the plug washers attached, thread the spark plugs in by hand to prevent cross-threading. (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 129 Install the remaining parts in the reverse order of removal. Tighten to the specified torque. cylinder head side cover bolts: 7 lbf·ft (9.8 N·m , 1.0 kgf·m) cylinder head top cover bolts: 9 lbf·ft (12 N·m , 1.2 kgf·m) Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 130: Suspension

    Firmer damping provides a springs so that traction and comfort are firmer ride and is recommended for heavy maintained as the wheels ride over road loads, rough road conditions, and faster, surfaces. more challenging riding. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 131 Do not attempt to disassemble, service, or dispose of the damper; see your Honda dealer. The instructions found in this owner’s manual are limited to adjustments of the shock assembly only. (1) damping adjuster...
  • Page 132 Turn the adjuster counterclockwise conditions, turn the adjuster clockwise approximately 1 ½ turn so that the toward HARD. punch mark ( ) on the adjuster aligns with the reference punch mark ( ). This is the standard position. Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 133: Brakes

    Brakes The hydraulic braking systems on your air in the brake system. See your Honda motorcycle dissipate the heat generated by dealer to have the air bled from the system. the friction of the brake pads on the brake Brake Fluid Recommendation discs as the wheels are slowed.
  • Page 134 RIGHT HANDLEBAR (front brake) If your inspection indicates a low fluid level, have your Honda dealer add the recommended brake fluid. Do not add or replace brake fluid, except in an emergency. If you do add fluid, have your Honda dealer check the system as soon as possible.
  • Page 135 Check the fluid level. It should be above the lower level mark ( ). If the level is at or below the lower level mark, check the brake pads for wear (page Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 136 Always inspect both pads in both the right and left brake calipers. Check the cutouts ( ) in each pad. If either pad is worn to the cutout, replace both pads as a set. See your Honda dealer for this service. (1) cutouts Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 137: Tires

    Using tires that are excessively worn or improperly inflated can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding tire inflation and maintenance. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 138 However, because leakage is often very more prone to damage from road hazards, slow, you should look closely for and wear unevenly. punctures whenever a tire is not fully inflated. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 139 –– the rear (290 kPa , 2.90 kgf/cm ) readings will be higher. If you let air out of warm tires to match the recommended cold pressures, the tires will be underinflated. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 140 Cuts, slits, or cracks in the tires. Replace the tire if you can see fabric or cord. Nails or other foreign objects embedded in the side of the tire or tread. (1) wear indicator Excessive tread wear. (2) wear indicator location mark Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 141 We strongly recommend that you replace, not repair, any tire that is punctured or damaged. As discussed below, a tire that is repaired, either temporarily or permanently, will have lower speed and performance limits than a new or undamaged tire. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 142 If you have a tire professionally repaired at a non-Honda facility, we recommend that you have the work checked by your Honda dealer. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 143 The motorcycle is equipped with adhesive wheel balance weights. Always use the size and type of Use genuine Honda parts for tires recommended in this owner’s replacement. manual. Have the tire replaced by your Honda dealer if possible. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 144 Tires If you have a tire professionally replaced at a non-Honda facility, we recommend that you have the work checked by your Honda dealer. Important Safety Reminders Do not install a tube inside a tubeless tire on this motorcycle. Excessive heat build-up can cause the tube to burst.

  • Page 145: Side Stand

    The engine should stop as you lower the side stand. If the engine doesn’t stop, Check that the side stand assembly is see your Honda dealer for service. working properly. If the side stand is stiff or squeaky, clean the pivot area and lubricate the pivot bolt with clean grease.

  • Page 146: Battery

    Battery posts, terminals and accessories on your motorcycle –– or do related accessories contain lead and lead not ride frequently, we recommend that compounds. Wash hands after handling. you charge the battery frequently (see Battery Charging, page Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 147 You will get the best storage results from Wear protective clothing and a removing the battery and slow (trickle) charging it every 30 days (see Battery face shield, or have a skilled mechanic do the battery Charging, page maintenance. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 148 ( ) terminal lead ( ). Pull the battery ( ) out of the battery compartment. (1) rubber band (2) negative ( ) terminal lead − (3) positive ( ) terminal lead ＋ (4) battery (cont’d) Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 149 Slow charge the battery (see following section) once every 30 days. (1) ‘‘trickle’’ charger Be sure to read the information that came with your battery charger and follow the instructions on the battery. Improper charging may damage the battery. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 150 However, do not intentionally leave the charger connected longer than the time period recommended in the charger’s instructions. Avoid using an automotive-type battery charger. An automotive charger can overheat a motorcycle battery and cause permanent damage. Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 151: Appearance Care

    Appearance Care Frequent cleaning and polishing will keep Avoid products that contain harsh your Honda looking newer longer. detergents or chemical solvents that Frequent cleaning also identifies you as an could damage the metal, paint, and owner who values your motorcycle. A plastic on your motorcycle.
  • Page 152 (fuel, oil, coolant, brake, pressure washers (like those at coin- and clutch fluid). operated car washes) can damage certain parts of your motorcycle. High pressure water (or air) can damage certain parts of your motorcycle. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 153 As you wash, check for The license light can be soiled by road heavy grime. If necessary, use a mild contaminants. Road contaminants can cleaner/degreaser to remove the grime. be removed with a wet cloth and mild detergent. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 154 The engine heat will help dry moist areas. As a precaution, ride your motorcycle at a slow speed and apply the brakes several times. This will help dry the brakes and restore normal braking performance. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 155 Appearance Care Spray Cleaning Your Motorcycle Refer to Saf ety Precautions on page Avoid using spray cleaner products on the tires or suspension components. Suggestions for using spray cleaner(s) follow: Servicing Your Honda...

  • Page 156: Tips

    If necessary, rub with a sponge. Rinse and dry. Apply a spray cleaner/polish and wipe with a non-abrasive cloth. Dull, corroded chrome or Apply a high quality chrome/aluminum aluminum. polish and wipe with a non-abrasive cloth. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 157 Use a wet sponge and mild detergent, or a cleaner or polish residue found on the commercially-available spray cleaner/ brake discs or pads. Use Honda Contact/ degreaser designed for use on chrome. Brake Cleaner or an equivalent brake degreasing agent.
  • Page 158 After washing, rinse with plenty of water and dry with a clean cloth. If the paint is chipped, apply touch-up paint. Servicing Your Honda...
  • Page 159 If a surface on your motorcycle is chipped or scratched, your Honda dealer has touch- up paint to match your motorcycle’s color. Be sure to use your motorcycle’s color code (page ) when you buy touch-up paint.

  • Page 160: Transporting Your Motorcycle

    Tips Here’s a few helpful tips on how to store Storing Your Honda ......152 and transport your Honda, and how to be Transporting Your Motorcycle ... . 155 an environmentally responsible You & the Environment ...... . 156 motorcycle owner.

  • Page 161: Storing Your Honda

    For more information about storage, refer with a 50/50% antifreeze solution (page to the Honda Motorcycle Winter Storage Guide, available from your Honda dealer Fill the fuel tank. Make sure the fuel fill (USA only). cap is properly installed. We suggest you perform the following procedures to keep your motorcycle in top condition.
  • Page 162 Storing Your Honda To prevent rusting in the cylinders, Reinstall the spark plugs and spark perform the following: plug caps. Remove the spark plug caps from the Remove the battery and charge it fully. spark plugs. Using tape or string,...
  • Page 163 If your motorcycle has been stored for moisture to accumulate. more than two months –– ask your Honda dealer to drain and replace the fuel. Charge the battery (page ) as required. Install the battery.
  • Page 164 Transporting Your Motorcycle If your motorcycle needs to be transported, it should be carried on a motorcycle trailer, or a truck or trailer with a flatbed area. For information about 24-hour emergency assistance, see page (USA only). Do not tow your motorcycle, as towing can seriously damage the transmission.

  • Page 165: You & The Environment

    You & the Environment Owning and riding a motorcycle can be Recycle Wastes. It’s illegal and enjoyable, but you must do your part to thoughtless to put used engine oil in the protect nature. trash, down a drain, or on the ground. Used oil, gasoline, coolant, and Following are tips on how you can be an cleaning solvents contain poisons that...

  • Page 166: Taking Care Of The Unexpected

    Taking Care of the Unexpected This section discusses the more common General Guidelines ....... 158 problems that can occur with your If Your Engine Quits or motorcycle while you’re riding. It tells Won’t Start .......... . 159 you how to evaluate each problem and If You Have a Flat Tire .......

  • Page 167: General Guidelines

    (USA only: For information possible. about the Honda Rider’s Club of America, Do not continue riding if you are hurt or see page your motorcycle is not in safe riding condition.

  • Page 168: If Your Engine Quits Or Won't Start

    If you have a problem starting the but the engine won’t start symptom. − engine or experience poor engine performance the following information − may help you. If you can’t correct the problem, see your Honda dealer. Taking Care of the Unexpected...
  • Page 169 Tighten the battery lead. dead battery Charge the battery (page ). If charging doesn’t help, see your Honda dealer. faulty starter motor If all possible causes are negative, the starter motor may be faulty. See your Honda dealer. Taking Care of the Unexpected...
  • Page 170 (page loose or unconnected spark Install the spark plug caps securely. If the engine plug caps still won’t start, see your Honda dealer. loose battery cables Tighten the battery terminal bolts. weak battery Charge the battery (page ). If charging doesn’t help, see your Honda dealer.
  • Page 171 Raise the side stand. Start again. SYMPTOM: Engine starts, but runs poorly. POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO idles roughly, too fast, stalls See your Honda dealer. overheating Check the coolant temperature indicator. Refer to If Y our Engine Overheats, page low oil pressure Check the low oil pressure indicator.
  • Page 172 If applicable, switch to the recommended octane load gasoline (page ) or change your brand of gasoline. If the problem persists, see your Honda dealer. afterfires (backfires) See your Honda dealer. pre-ignition (runs on after See your Honda dealer.

  • Page 173: If You Have A Flat Tire

    If a tire has a major puncture or a cut in repaired. the tread or sidewall, or the bead has come loose from the rim, there is probably not much you can do except have your motorcycle transported to a Honda dealer Taking Care of the Unexpected...
  • Page 174 If You Have a Flat Tire check the air pressure. If the tire is losing pressure, it may be unsafe to continue Riding your motorcycle with a riding. As the tire gets low, it will affect temporary tire repair can be risky. the handling of your motorcycle If the temporary repair fails, you (especially with cargo) and it may...
  • Page 175 If You Have a Flat Tire Inflate the tire: Tubeless tires have Should You Repair or Replace a some self-sealing ability if they are Tire? punctured and the result is usually just a slow leak. If this is the case, you can try inflating the tire to see if it will hold air We strongly recommend that you replace, pressure.
  • Page 176 Refer to Saf ety Precautions on page Removal We recommend wheel removal be done only by your Honda dealer or another qualified mechanic. Do not attempt to remove the wheel on your own. Wheel (1) bolt A (3) bolt caps...
  • Page 177 If You Have a Flat Tire Remove the bolt caps ( ) and the bolts Cover both sides of the front wheel B ( ). with protective tape ( ) or an Remove rotating the fender ( ) equivalent. backward. Remove the brake hoses ( ) from the guide ( ).
  • Page 178 If You Have a Flat Tire Rotate the fender bracket ( ) to access RIGHT FRONT the fixing bolts. Remove the fixing bolts ( ) and remove right and left caliper assemblies (13) ) from caliper stays. To avoid damage to the brake hose (14) during removal, support the caliper (12)
  • Page 179 The result will be loss of brake fluid. If this occurs, the brake system will (17) end of axle shaft require service. See your Honda dealer for this service. (18) surface of pivot arm Taking Care of the Unexpected...
  • Page 180 If You Have a Flat Tire Tighten the axle bolt to the specified Operate the front brake and pump the torque: fork several times. Check for free 67 lbf·ft (90 N·m , 9.2 kgf·m) wheel rotation after the brake is Tighten the pinch bolt on the right pivot released.
  • Page 181 If a torque wrench was not used for rotate freely. installation, see your Honda dealer as soon After installing the wheel, operate the as possible to verify proper assembly. brake lever AND brake pedal several Improper assembly may lead to loss of times until you feel pressure.
  • Page 182 Saf ety Precautions on page cover (page Removal We recommend wheel removal be done only by your Honda dealer or another qualified mechanic. Do not attempt to remove the wheel on your own. Wheel removal requires mechanical skill and professional tools.
  • Page 183 If You Have a Flat Tire Remove the stoplight and rear turn Carefully raise the center of the signal connector ( ). motorcycle with a chain hoist. Remove the bolts A ( ) and bolts B ( ), Remove the socket bolts ( ) and rear then remove the rear fender ( ).
  • Page 184 80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m) If a torque wrench was not used for After installing the wheel, apply the installation, see your Honda dealer as soon brake several times and then check if as possible to verify proper assembly.

  • Page 185: If Your Engine Overheats

    If Your Engine Overheats Normally, the temperature of the coolant in the cooling system will rise to a level about midway between cold and boiling. Continuing to ride with an overheated Hot weather may cause the temperature to engine can cause serious engine damage. rise higher than normal.
  • Page 186 If Your Engine Overheats Check the radiator fan. your motorcycle to a Honda dealer If the fan is not working, turn the (page engine off. Open the fuse box (page If the temperature drops to normal, ) and check the radiator fan fuse. If check the coolant level.

  • Page 187: If The Low Oil Pressure Indicator Lights

    If the indicator goes off and there is no leak –– resume riding. If there is a leak –– do not ride the motorcycle until the leak is repaired by a Honda dealer. Taking Care of the Unexpected...

  • Page 188: If A Fuse Blows

    If a Fuse Blows All of the electrical circuits on your The circuit fuse box (including spare motorcycle have fuses to protect them fuses) is located under the seat. from damage caused by excess current Main fuse A (and spare) and main fuse flow (short circuit or overload).
  • Page 189 Install the fuse box cover. Check main fuse B ( ). Look for a burned wire inside the fuse. If the fuse is blown, see your Honda dealer to replace it. (1) fuse box cover (2) main fuse A...
  • Page 190 If a Fuse Blows MAIN A & CIRCUIT FUSE Circuit Fuse Access: To check or replace a circuit fuse, pull the old fuse out of its retaining clips with the fuse remover ( ). Look for a burned wire inside the fuse. If the fuse is blown ( ), replace it with a spare fuse (...
  • Page 191 If the replacement fuse of the same rating burns out in a short time, there is probably a serious electrical problem on your motorcycle. Leave the blown fuse in that circuit and have your motorcycle checked by your Honda dealer. Taking Care of the Unexpected...

  • Page 192: If You Crash

    Also, be sure another person or vehicle is involved in to have your Honda dealer check the the accident. frame and suspension after any serious crash.

  • Page 193: If You Lose Your Key

    If you don’t know your key duplicate key made. number, call the dealer you purchased your Honda from. They may have it listed A lost key won’t be a problem if you take in their records. If they don’t, transport preventative action.

  • Page 194: If Your Battery Is Low (Or Dead)

    Bump starting is also not recommended. If you can’t charge the battery or it appears unable to hold a charge, contact your Honda dealer. Taking Care of the Unexpected...
  • Page 195 Taking Care of the Unexpected...

  • Page 196: Technical Information

    Technical Information This section contains dimensions, Vehicle Identification ......188 capacities, and other technical data, plus Specifications ........191 information on government requirements Break-in Guidelines ......199 and how to break-in your motorcycle. Emission Control Systems ....

  • Page 197: Vehicle Identification

    Vehicle Identification The VIN (vehicle identification number) Serial Numbers appears on the Safety Certification Label attached to the right side of the steering The frame, VIN, and engine serial head. numbers are required when you register RIGHT SIDE your motorcycle. They may also be required when ordering replacement parts.
  • Page 198 Vehicle Identification The frame number ( ) is stamped on the The engine number ( ) is stamped on the right side of the steering head. right side of the crankcase. RIGHT SIDE RIGHT SIDE (2) frame number (3) engine number Technical Information...
  • Page 199 Vehicle Identification UNDER SEAT Color Label & Code The color label is attached on the rear fender under the seat. Remove the seat (page ) to check the label. The color code is helpful when ordering replacement parts. You may record the color and code in the Quick Reference section at the rear of this manual.

  • Page 200: Specifications

    Specifications Dimensions overall length 100.8 in (2,560 mm) overall width 36.2 in (920 mm) overall height 42.9 in (1,090 mm) … model equipped with taller handlebar 42.1 in (1,070 mm) … model equipped with lower handlebar wheelbase 68.9 in (1,750 mm) ground clearance 5.3 in (135 mm) Weight...
  • Page 201 API service label, SAE 10W-40, JASO T 903 standard MA, Pro Honda GN4 or HP4 (without molybdenum additives) 4-stroke oil (USA & Canada) or Honda 4-stroke oil (Canada only), or an equivalent motorcycle oil final drive oil capacity after draining: 4.2 US oz (125 cm )
  • Page 202 Specifications Capacities passenger capacity Operator only. no passenger maximum weight 276 lbs (125 kg) capacity rider and all accessories Engine Specifications displacement 111.8 cu-in (1,832 cm ) bore & stroke 2.91 × 2.80 in (74.0 × 71.0 mm) compression ratio 9.8 : 1 spark plug (standard) BKR5E 11 (NGK)
  • Page 203 Specifications Power Transmission primary reduction 1.591 secondary reduction 1.028 gear ratio, 1st 1.944 1.347 1.035 0.843 0.705 final reduction 2.917 final drive shaft Technical Information...
  • Page 204 Specifications Chassis & Suspension caster 29°00’ trail 4.9 in (125 mm) tire size, front 150/60R18M/C 67V tire size, rear 180/55R17M/C 73V tire pressure, front 36 psi (250 kPa , 2.50 kgf/cm ) (cold) tire pressure, rear 42 psi (290 kPa , 2.90 kgf/cm ) (cold) Electrical battery...
  • Page 205 Specifications Lights headlight 12V-55W 2 × brake/tail light × turn signal lights 12V-21/5W 2 (front) 12V-21W 2 × (rear) license light 12V-5W Fuses main A main B 100A other fuses 30A, 20A, 10A, 5A Technical Information...
  • Page 206 Specifications Torque Specifications cylinder head top 9 lbf·ft (12 N·m , 1.2 kgf·m) cover bolts 7 lbf·ft (9.8 N·m , 1.0 kgf·m) cylinder head side cover bolts muffler cover bolts 10 lbf·ft (14 N·m , 1.4 kgf·m) oil drain bolt 25 lbf·ft (34 N·m , 3.5 kgf·m) oil filter 20 lbf·ft (26 N·m , 2.7 kgf·m)
  • Page 207 Specifications Torque Specifications front fender link 21 lbf·ft (28 N·m , 2.9 kgf·m) bolts 33 lbf·ft (45 N·m , 4.6 kgf·m) front wheel caliper fixing bolts front wheel pivot 20 lbf·ft (26 N·m , 2.7 kgf·m) arm pinch bolts front wheel axle 67 lbf·ft (90 N·m , 9.2 kgf·m) bolt front fender plate...

  • Page 208: Break-In Guidelines

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

  • Page 209: Emission Control Systems

    Emission Control Systems REVERSE SIDE UNDER FUEL Exhaust Emission Requirements The U. S. Environmental Protection OF SIDE COVER TANK Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and Transport Canada require that your motorcycle comply with applicable exhaust emissions standards during its useful life, when operated and maintained according to the instructions provided.
  • Page 210 Compliance with the terms of the Distributor’s Warranties for Honda Honda Motor Co., Ltd. utilizes PGM-FI Motorcycle Emission Control Systems is and other systems to reduce carbon necessary in order to keep the emissions monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, and system warranty in effect.
  • Page 211 Emission Control Systems PGM-FI System Exhaust Emission Control System The exhaust emission control system The PGM-FI system uses sequential includes a secondary air supply system multiport fuel injection. It has four and a PGM-FI system. subsystems: Air Intake, Engine Control, Fuel Control, and Exhaust Control.
  • Page 212 Emission Control Systems Secondary Air Injection System Evaporative Emission Control System The secondary air injection system (California only) introduces filtered air into the exhaust This motorcycle complies with the gases in the exhaust port. The secondary requirements of the California Air air injection system helps improve Resources Board (CARB) evaporative emission performance.
  • Page 213 If you are aware of any of the following crankcase emissions into the atmosphere. symptoms, have the vehicle inspected and Blow-by gas is returned to the combustion repaired by your authorized Honda chamber through the air cleaner and the motorcycle dealer. intake manifold.
  • Page 214 Emission Control Systems Noise Emission Control System AMONG THOSE ACTS PRESUMED TAMPERING WITH THE NOISE TO CONSTITUTE TAMPERING ARE CONTROL SYSTEM IS PROHIBITED: THE FOLLOWING ACTS: U. S. federal law prohibits, or Canadian Removal of, or puncturing the muffler, provincial laws may prohibit the following baffles, header pipes or any other acts or the causing thereof: ( ) The component which conducts exhaust...

  • Page 215: Oxygenated Fuels

    Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are being The following are the EPA-approved blended with alcohol or an ether percentages of oxygenates: compound. These gasolines are collectively referred to as oxygenated ETHANOL (ethyl or grain alcohol) 10% fuels. To meet clean air standards, some by Volume areas of the United States and Canada use You may use gasoline containing up to...
  • Page 216 Oxygenated Fuels METHANOL (methyl or wood alcohol) Fuel system damage or performance 5% by Volume problems resulting from the use of an You may use gasoline containing oxygenated fuel containing more than the methanol containing up to 5% methanol percentages of oxygenates mentioned by volume as long as it also contains above are not covered under warranty.
  • Page 217 Technical Information...

  • Page 218: Consumer Information

    Consumer Information This section contains information on your Authorized Manuals ......210 warranty and how to get an official Honda Warranty Coverage ......213 service manual. Warranty Service ........214 Contacting Honda ........ . 215 Your Honda Dealer ......

  • Page 219: Authorized Manuals

    The Service Manual (Publication Item No. 61MEC00 ) used by your authorized Honda dealer is available from Helm, Inc. (USA only, Canada: See your Honda dealer to order authorized manuals.) Also available, but not necessary, to service your model is the Honda Common Service Manual (Publication No.
  • Page 220 By completing this form you can order the materials desired. You can pay by check or money order, or charge to your credit card. Mail to Helm, Inc. at the address shown on the back of this order form (USA only). Canada: See your Honda dealer to order authorized manuals. Publication Item Description Qty.
  • Page 221 NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent. Customer Name Attention Street Address - No P. O. Box Number Apartment Number City State Zip Code Daytime Telephone Number Check or money order enclosed payable to Helm Inc.

  • Page 222: Warranty Coverage

    Please read the Warranties Booklet given Almost all of your warranty coverage can to you by your Honda dealer at the time of be extended through the Honda Protection purchase. Be sure to keep your Honda Plan (USA only).

  • Page 223: Warranty Service

    If you aren’t satisfied with your your motorcycle, call the service dealer’s handling of the situation, we department of your Honda dealer. Make suggest you discuss your problem with the an appointment for an inspection and appropriate member of the dealership’s diagnosis.

  • Page 224: Contacting Honda

    If you wish to comment on your experiences with your Honda or with your We will likely ask your Honda dealer to dealer, please send your comments to the respond, or possibly acknowledge your following address (USA only): comments directly.

  • Page 225: Your Honda Dealer

    Once you purchase your new Honda, get products available from the parts familiar with the organization of your department. Honda dealer so you can utilize the full range of services available. The sales department offers the Honda Care Protection Plan to extend almost all The service department is there to perform of your warranty coverage (USA only).

  • Page 226: The Honda Rider's Club (Usa Only)

    ATV rider training is available from the enjoyment from owning your Honda is to Specialty Vehicle Institute of America join the Honda Rider’s Club of America with the purchase of a new Honda ATV. (HRCA). Your purchase of a new A subscription to Honda Red Rider, motorcycle, scooter or ATV from a bi-monthly insider’s magazine for all...

  • Page 227: Reporting Safety Defects (Usa Only)

    National Highway Washington, D.C. area) or write to: Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) NHTSA, U.S. Department of in addition to notifying American Honda Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. Motor Co., Inc. You can also obtain other information If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it...
  • Page 228 Consumer Information...

  • Page 229: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents The following presents the contents of Immobilizer System (HISS) ....30 each section of your owner’s manual. Start Button ......... 33 Engine Stop Switch ......33 MOTORCYCLE SAFETY ....Headlight Dimmer Switch ....34 Important Safety Information ....
  • Page 230 . 90 Braking ........... 57 Parking ........... . 59 SERVICING YOUR HONDA ... . 65 Bef ore You Service Your Honda The Importance of Maintenance ... . 68 Maintenance Safety ....... . 69 Important Safety Precautions .... . 70 Periodic Maintenance ......
  • Page 231 Table of Contents SERVICING YOUR HONDA (cont’d) Chassis Service Procedures Suspension ..........121 Brakes ........... 124 Fluids & Filters Tires ............128 Fuel ............92 Side Stand ..........136 Engine Oil & Filter ........ . 95 Coolant ..........
  • Page 232 If You Have a Flat Tire ......164 Your Honda Dealer ......216 If Your Engine Overheats ....176 The Honda Rider’s Club If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator (USA only) .......... . 217 Lights ........... . 178 Reporting Safety Defects If a Fuse Blows ........

  • Page 233: Index

    ..........capacity, fuel ......... . 93 air pressure, tires ........129 care, appearance ........142 American Honda, contacting ....215 cleaning, appearance care ....142 apparel, protective ........40 clutch system ........115 appearance care ........
  • Page 234 Index stop switch ......... . 33 stopping ..........54 won’t start ......... 159 defects, safety ........218 environment ......... . 156 display, check ........... 16 multi-function ........22 drive, final ..........109 final drive ..........
  • Page 235 ....... . 17 Honda, contacting ......... 215 Rider’s Club ........217 key, lost ..........184 dealer ..........216 kit, tool ........... . 84 Honda Service Manual ......210 horn button ..........35 Index...
  • Page 236 Index labels, safety ..........maintenance, lamp check ..........15 importance ......... . 68 left muffler cover removal ..... 90 periodic ..........72 lever, steering lock ........37 record ..........79 limit, weight ..........47 safety ..........
  • Page 237 ......218 owner’s manual storage ......85 rider training ........2, 42 oxygenated fuels ........206 Rider’s Club, Honda ......217 riding, basic operation ........49 clothing ..........40 parking ...........
  • Page 238 Index spark plugs ..........117 specifications ........191 speedometer ..........23 safety, stand, side ..........136 important precautions ......70 start button ..........33 labels ............ starting, reporting defects ....... 217 engine ..........
  • Page 239 Index switch, trouble, unexpected ......157 headlight dimmer ....... . 34 troubleshooting, starting ...... . 157 ignition ..........27 turn signal indicators ......17 illumination ......... 35 trip reset ..........36 turn signal .......... . 34 vehicle identification no.
  • Page 240 Memo...
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  • Page 242: Quick Reference

    Honda. You’ll also find space to record important notes. The engine of your Honda can be the most expensive component to repair. Proper maintenance, especially the use of the recommended fluids and filters, prevents premature wear and damage.
  • Page 243 Quick Reference VIN/Frame No. Engine No. Frame No. Ignition Key No. Color Label Owner’s Name Address City/State Phone Dealer’s Name Address City/State Phone Service Mgr. Quick Reference...
  • Page 244 API Service Classification SG or higher except oils labeled as energy conserving on the circular API service label, SAE 10W-40, JASO T 903 standard MA, Pro Honda GN4 or HP4 (without molybdenum additives) 4-stroke oil or equivalent Maximum 276 lbs (125 kg)
  • Page 245 − K20PR U11 (DENSO) − high speed riding: Coolant ethylene glycol antifreeze (silicate-free) for aluminum engines in 50/50 solution with Pro Honda HP Coolant or an equivalent distilled water Fuses main A: main B: 100A 30A, 20A, 10A, 5A other:...

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