Catalytic Converters - Honda VFR800 Owner's Manual

CATALYTIC CONVERTERS

This motorcycle is equipped with catalytic
converters.
Each catalytic converter contains precious
metals that serve as catalysts, promoting
chemical reactions to convert the exhaust
gasses without affecting the metals.
The catalytic converters act on HC, CO, and
NOx. Replacement parts must be original
Honda parts or their equivalents.
The catalytic converters must operate at a
high temperature for the chemical reactions
to take place. They can set on fire any
combustible materials that come near them.
Park your motorcycle away from high
grasses, dry leaves, or other flammables.
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Defective catalytic converters contribute to
air pollution, and can impair your engine's
performance. Follow these guidelines to
prot ect your motorcycle's cat alyt ic
converters.
Always use unleaded petrol. Even a small
amount of leaded petrol can contaminate
the catalyst metals, making the catalytic
converters ineffective.
Keep the engine in good running
condition.
A poorly running engine can cause the
catalytic converter to overheat causing
damage to the converter or the
motorcycle.
If your engine is misfiring, backfiring,
stalling, or otherwise not running
properly, stop riding and turn off the
engine. Have your motorcycle serviced as
soon as possible.
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