Summary of Contents for Beta Motorcycles RR 350 EFI 2018
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RR 350-390-430-480 EFI Thanks for you preference, and have a good time! This hand- book contains the information you need to properly operate and maintain your motorcycle. The data, specifications and images shown in this manual does not constitute an engagement on the part of BETAMOTOR S.p.A. BETAMOTOR reserves the right to make any changes and improvements to its models at any mo- ment and without notice.
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IMPORTANT We recommend you to check all the tightenings after the first one or two hours’ ride over rough ground. Special attention should be paid to the following parts: • rear sprocket • ensure that the footrests are properly fixed •...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • The vehicle must be accompanied by: number-plate, registration document, tax disc and insurance. • Do not sit on the vehicle when it is on its stand. • Do not start the engine in closed places. WARNING Any modifications and tampering with the vehicle during the warranty period exempt the manufacturer from all responsibility and invalidate warranty.
RIDING SAFETY • Observe the Highway Code. • Always wear approved personal protective equipment. • Always keep the crash helmet visor clean. • Do not keep sharp or brittle objects in your pockets while riding. • Properly adjust the rearview mirrors. •...
CHAPTER 1 GENERAL INFORMATION CONTENTS Vehicle identification data ............... 8 Frame identification ................8 Engine identification ................8 Tools kit ....................8 Familiarizing with the vehicle..............9 Main parts ..................9 Specifications ..................10 Weight ................... 10 Dimensions ..................10 Tyres ....................
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION DATA FRAME IDENTIFICATION Frame identification data A are stamped on the right side of the steering head tube. ENGINE IDENTIFICATION Engine identification data B are stamped in the area shown in the figure. TOOLS KIT The following items are supplied as stand- ard: operation, maintenance manual, tool kit and the cable adapter to connect the CAN socket to a scantool (see photo).
FAMILIARIZING WITH THE VEHICLE MAIN PARTS 10 - Lower bumper 1 - Fuel tank 18 - Front brake lever (Bumper kit) 2 - Tank cap 19 - Clutch lever 11 - Saddle 3 - Silencer 20 - Throttle 12 - Engine 4 - Rear shock absorber 21 - Fork covers 13 - Front mudguard...
SPECIFICATIONS WEIGHT Weight in running order with full fuel and optional Version Total [kg] Front [kg] Rear [kg] RR 350 - RR 390 126,5 61,8 64,7 RR 430 - RR 480 127,5 65,5 DIMENSIONS maximum length (with plate holder) ..........2270 mm maximum width ................
FRONT SUSPENSION Hydraulic upside-down fork (shafts Ø48 mm) with open cartridge Spring .................... K 4,8 Oil type ..............Liqui Moly SAE 5W Oil quantity ..................545 g Compression clicks (from completely closed) ..........14 Rebound clicks (from completely closed) ..........14 REAR SUSPENSION Single shock absorber with compound lever Spring ....................
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND LIQUID To maximize the vehicle’s performance and ensure many years of trouble-free opera- tion, we recommend using the following products: PRODUCT TYPE SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE OIL Liqui Moly racing Synth 10W50 GEAR AND CLUTCH OIL Liqui Moly racing Synth 10W50 BRAKE OIL Liqui Moly brake fluid DOT 5.1 CLUTCH ACTUATOR OIL...
CHAPTER 2 OPERATION CONTENTS Main parts ..................16 Clutch lever ..................16 LH switch ..................16 RH switch ..................16 Front brake lever and gas control ............17 Gear change lever................17 Brake pedal ..................17 Kickstart - Optional ................17 Side stand ..................
MAIN PARTS CLUTCH LEVER Clutch lever 1 is fitted to the left-hand side of the handlebars. LH SWITCH The dip and service switch is located on the left side of the handlebar and is com- posed as follows: 1 - Horn button; 2 - Dip switch: parking lights and high beam;...
FRONT BRAKE LEVER AND GAS CONTROL The front brake lever A and the gas throt- tle B are located on the right side of the handlebar. GEAR CHANGE LEVER Gear change lever is fitted to the left side of the engine. The positions corresponding to the different gears are shown in the figure.
SIDE STAND Press down side stand with the foot and lean the vehicle against it. Ensure that the ground is solid and the vehicle stands steadily. WARNING: do not climb on the vehicle when the side stand is down. If the vehicle is used off-road, the closed stand can be further fastened by means of rubber band.
STEERING LOCK To activate the steering lock: - turn the handlebar counter-clockwise; - push the key and turn counter-clockwise; Remove the key from this position. To deactivate the steering lock: - turn the key clockwise; - turn the handlebar clockwise; From this position, the handlebar is free to move, the key can be removed.
DIGITAL RPM INDICATOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Index General information Operating condition General characteristics Dashboard start-up process 3.1.1 Wake up events LCD Display 3.2.1 LCD general characteristics 3.2.2 Speed 3.2.3 Odometer 3.2.4 Trip A 3.2.5 Trip B 3.2.6 Clock 3.2.7 Ride Time 3.2.8 Unit option display 3.2.9...
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3 GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS 3.1 DASHBOARD START-UP PROCESS The dashboard do some start-up process when is turned ON. There are three differ- ent wakes up events for starting the dashboard. This start-up process consists in turning ON the telltales and the LCD backlight and the LCD will show all the segments during 2 seconds.
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3.2.1 LCD GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS Each information/data is refreshed independently at different rates, depending on information type and variability of this information. 3.2.2 SPEED Dashboard computes and displays the motorbike speed on LCD display. Speed information can be obtained from: Dedicated digital input for measuring speed sensor frequency. 3.2.2.1 Speed digital input configuration Configuration parameters for speed input and speed visualization.
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3.2.3 ODOMETER Dashboard provides an odometer and is displayed on LCD display. This option can be displayed scrolling by “MODE” button. 6 digits and “ODO” icon lighted. Leading zeros not suppressed. Display range from 000000 to 999999 km or miles. If odometer is greater than 999999 km, odometer will be fixed as 999999km.
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3.2.5 TRIP B This option can be displayed scrolling by “MODE” dashboard button. 4 digits (3digits + decimal point + 1 digit), “TRIP” icon lighted and “B” on the left. Leading zeros suppressed. Display range from 0.0 to 999.9 km or miles. Trip B counter counts from 0 up to 999.9 and then rolls over to 0 and continue counting.
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3.2.7 RIDE TIME Dashboard provides a Ride Time and is displayed on LCD display. Time is obtained from internal crystal quartz and is kept with a push buttons. When the motorbike is turned on the ride time starts again. 3.2.8 UNIT OPTION DISPLAY Dashboard provides the possibility to change the units and be displayed.
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3.2.10 MOTORBIKE BATTERY LEVEL Dashboard displays level of voltage of battery power supply: Relationship between bars and level of voltage: Bars Voltage [V] Bars Voltage [V] 11.5 13.5 12.5 14.5 Battery level is updated every 30 seconds. Each update increase or decrease 1 bar. WARNING If the word “HIGH”...
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Mode Speed Function Button Time (sec) Activity CLOCK “On Entering Stop MODE <2 Increase in the Hour digits MODE Clock Mode“ MODE >2 Speedy increase in the Hour digits <2 Increase in the minutes digits >2 Speedy increase in the minutes digits MODE&SET >2 Exit clock set mode and save...
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3.3 TELLTALES LED number indicator: LED 1 LED 2 LED 3 LED 4 Telltales/Indicator lights specifications: Number of telltales: 4 LED number Function Symbol LED 1 Blinkers LED 2 High beam LED 3 Fuel Reserve MIL telltale (Engine management LED 4 system fault)
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Power +12V are provided to the dashboard only when the bike is turned on (regulator line). Blinkers LED The system activates the indicator in synchrony with the activation of the direction indicators High beam LED The system activates the indicator in synchrony with the activation of the high beam. Reserve LED MIL LED Indicates a fault in the engine management system.
CHECKS BEFORE AND AFTER USE For safe driving and long vehicle life you should: 1 Check all fluid levels. 2 Check the correct operation of the brakes and brake pad wear (page 54). 3 Check pressure, general condition and thickness of tread. 4 Check that the spokes are properly tightened.
FUELLING Use unleaded petrol (gasoline). Disconnect the ventilation pipe 1. To open the tank turn the cap 2 anticlock- wise. To close the fuel tank’s cap, set it on the tank and crew it clockwise. Fuel tank capacity is shown on page 10. WARNING: The refuelling should be performed with the engine off.
STARTING THE ENGINE The bike starts ONLY with the battery mounted on the vehicle and connected to the electrical system. Check that the gears are in neutral (page 17). Close the side stand (page 18). WARNING: During start-up it is advisable not to operate the throttle. WHIT ELECTRIC STARTER (page 16): Press the startup button for a max of 3 seconds.
VEHICLE PREPARATION FOR USE IN HEAVY-DUTY CONDITIONS Using the vehicle in heavy-duty conditions, such as sand or wet or muddy soils, may require the corrective actions mentioned below. The following are considered heavy-duty operating conditions: Dry sand Wet sand Particularly wet and muddy soils Driving in high temperature and low speed conditions Driving in low temperature and snow conditions General actions:...
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USE ON PARTICULARLY WET AND MUDDY SOILS Apply an anti-water cap for the water filter Assemble a steel crown. For this operation contact the Betamotor service net- work. Verify that the radiator fins are clean Verify that the radiator fins are not bent After use, proceed with washing (page 71) DRIVING IN HIGH TEMPERATURE AND LOW SPEED CONDITIONS Adjust crown size based on the route.
CHAPTER 3 ADJUSTMENTS CONTENTS Key to symbols..................36 Brakes ....................36 Front brake ..................36 Rear brake ..................36 Clutch ....................36 Adjustment of gas clearance ..............37 Idle adjustment ..................37 Handlebar adjustment ................37 U-bolt position adjustment ..............37 Adjustment of the handlebar position ..........
KEY TO SYMBOLS Tightening torque Threadlocker Medium BRAKES FRONT BRAKE The front brake is disk type with hydraulic control. The home position of brake lever 2 can be adjusted by means of screw 1. REAR BRAKE The home position of brake pedal 3 can be altered by turning adjusting screw 5 af- ter loosening the counternut located under dust cap 4.
ADJUSTMENT OF GAS CLEARANCE The throttle control cable should always have a 3-5 mm play. In addition, the idle speed should not change when the han- dlebars are fully rotated to the left or right. Push back protective cap 1. Loosen coun- ternut 2 and turn adjusting screw 3.
To adjust the position of the u-bolt remove the screws shown in the figure. Remove the handlebar. Remove the screws 5. NOTE: Before removing the screws 5 heat the area with a hairdryer of the type used by coachbuilders. Position the U-bolt as required. At the end refit the screws 5 after the ap- 40Nm plication of thread lock fluid and tighten...
ADJUSTING FORK ADJUSTING THE REBOUND DAMPER The hydraulic rebound damper determines the behaviour of the telescopic fork during extension and can be adjusted by means of screw A. Turning the screw clockwise in- creases the action of the rebound damper; turning it anticlockwise decreases the ac- tion of the rebound damper.
ADJUSTING THE HYDRAULIC COMPRESSION DAMPER (HIGH AND LOW SPEEDS) Adjustment for low compression speed: •Using a screwdriver, loosen screw C by turning it clockwise to increase the hydraulic compression damper. For standard setting, refer to page 11. Adjustment for high compression speed: •Turn knob D anticlockwise to decrease the hydraulic compression damper.
STATIC SAG LOAD TEST To verify the static sag of the shock ab- sorber proceed as follows: - Place the motorcycle on the work stand. - Measure the vertical distance between the rear wheel axle and a reference point on the rear fairings. - Write down the dimension H - Remove the work stand.
SUSPENSIONS SETTINGS ACCORDING TO THE WEIGHT OF THE RIDER The table below shows the spring constant K of the suspensions (fork and shock absorber) depending on the weight of the driver. Refer to the accessories catalogue Betamotor to obtain the spring codes. Fork Rider weight [kg] K (Spring constant)
ENGINE OIL CHECK THE LEVEL When engine is cold check the oil level by means of porthole 1. The oil level must be always visible from the porthole. In contrary case restore the oil level through cap 2 up to the upper edge of the inspec- tion window.
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To change the paper filter, remove the oil tap form engine unscrewing the two screws 3. Using special seeger ring pliers, pull the paper oil filter. Mount the new paper filter, close the oil tap to engine, tighten the screws at 10 Nm. Pour in the quantity of liquid indicated on page 10.
GEARBOX OIL CHECK THE LEVEL Hold the vehicle upright. Position the drive on a flat base ensuring stability. Remove the inspection cap 1. The oil level must arrive to the lower edge of check hole. In contrary case restore the oil level through cap 2.
Close plug 2. WARNING: Hot oil can cause severe burns! ATTENTION: Dispose of used oil in compliance with the regulations in force. Re-assemble the engine protection plate by tightening the screws to 10Nm. LIQUID COOLANT CHECK THE LEVEL Keep the vehicle in vertical position relative to the ground.
REPLACEMENT Keep the vehicle in vertical position relative to the ground. Replacement of the coolant must take place when the engine is cold. - Remove the engine casing by loosening the screws shown in the figure. - Unscrew cap 1. - Place a container under screw 2.
- Unscrew drain screw 3. - Proceed to filling. - Reapply the loading cap and the bleed- ing screw. The amounts of liquid are shown on page Use the liquid indicated on page 13 in the “Recommended lubricants and liquids” table. WARNING: Never unscrew the filler cap of the radiator when the engine is hot.
•Release filter fastener 1 •Pull out air filter 2 WARNING: After every intervention, check that nothing has been left inside the filter box. Reassemble by performing the operations in reverse order. AIR FILTER CLEANING • Thoroughly wash the filter with water and soap. •...
SPARK PLUG Keeping the spark plug in good condition will reduce fuel consumption and increase engine performance. To accede to spark plug, is necessary to take off saddle (page 80) and the fuel tank (page 82). Examine the distance between the elec- trodes with a feeler.
FRONT BRAKE CHECK THE LEVEL OF THE FRONT BRAKE FLUID Check the level of the brake fluid through sight A. The level of the fluid should never fall below the mark in the sight. RESTORING THE LEVEL OF THE FRONT BRAKE FLUID To restore the level of the brake fluid, loosen the two screws 1, lift cap 2 and add brake fluid until its level is 5 mm below the upper...
BLEEDING THE FRONT BRAKE To bleed air from the front brake circuit, proceed as follows: •Remove the rubber cap 1 from the valve 2. •Open the sump cap. •Place one end of a small transparent tube into the valve 2, and the other end inside a container.
FRONT BRAKE LINING CONTROL In order to verify the wear condition of front brake is enough to view the caliper from the bottom, where is possible to glimpse the brake lining tails which will have to show a brake of 2 mm in thickness. If the stratum is lesser let’s start replacing them.
REAR BRAKE CHECK THE LEVEL OF THE REAR BRAKE FLUID Check the level of the brake fluid through sight A. The level of the fluid should never fall below the mark in the sight. RESTORING THE LEVEL OF THE REAR BRAKE FLUID To restore the oil level, top up by means of oil filler cap 1.
BLEEDING THE REAR BRAKE To bleed air from the rear brake circuit, proceed as follows: •Remove the rubber cap 1 from the valve •Open the sump cap. •Place one end of a small transparent tube into the valve 2, and the other end inside a container.
REAR BRAKE LINING CONTROL In order to verify the wear condition of front brake is enough to view the caliper from the bottom, where is possible to glimpse the brake lining tails which will have to show a brake of 2 mm in thickness. If the stratum is lesser let’s start replacing them.
CLUTCH CONTROL CHECK THE LEVEL To check the oil level in the clutch pump, first remove cover 2. Remove the two screws 1 and take off cover 2 together with the rubber bellows. With the clutch pump in a horizontal posi- tion, the level of the oil should be 5 mm below the upper rim.
BLEEDING To bleed air from the clutch pump, proceed as follows: •Remove the rubber cap 1 from the valve 2. •Open the sump cap. •Place one end of a small transparent tube into the valve 2, and the other end inside a container.
CHECK AND ADJUSTING OF STEERING PLAY Periodically check the play in the steering sleeve by moving the fork back and forth as shown in the figure. Whenever you feel play, adjust as described below: - Loosen the screws 1 17Nm - Loosen the screw 2 - Reduce the play by turning nut 3 Tighten the screws to the prescribed torque...
OIL FORK The procedure for changing the oil in the forks is provided only for information. We recommend having the operation performed by a BETAMOTOR authorized workshop. REMOVING LEGS To replace, proceed as follows: • Position the vehicle on the central bike stand.
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• Loosen the counter-nut 2 and remove cap 1. • Extract the spring 3 and overturn the pipe, making the oil escape. • Move the pumping unit and drain the remaining oil. When the oil has been drained completely, introduce the amount of new oil described in chapter 1.
• Tighten the cap to the completely ex- tended leg. LEGS ASSEMBLY AND PARTS 17Nm Apply the legs to the vehicle and tighten the screws to the torque indicated. WARNING: grease the screws before their application. WARNING: Tightening of the screws should be carried out by adjusting the torque wrench to the stability torque with repeated tightening until stability...
Compress and release the fork 3-4 times. Tighten the wheel bolt and the screws of 50Nm the foot-leg. WARNING: Tightening of the screws should be carried out by adjusting the torque wrench to the stability torque with repeated tightening until stability torque has been achieved.
TYRES Only fit tyres approved by BETAMOTOR. Unsuitable tyres can adversely affect the road holding of the vehicle. and in off-road riding. CHAIN Checking the drive chain periodically to ensure longer chain life. Always keep it lubricated and clean of deposited dirt. Take special care in preventing the lubricant from coming into contact with the rear tyre or brake disc, otherwise the tyre grip and the action of the brake would be greatly reduced, making it very difficult to control the vehicle.
• Loosen the pin 1. • Loosen counternuts A on either side of the fork. • Turn adjusting screws B on either side until the desired chain tension is obtained. • Tighten counternuts A on either side of the fork. •...
HEADLIGHT Keep the headlight glass clean at all times (see page 71). Periodically check the correct angle of the light beam. REPLACING THE HEADLIGHT BULBS Release both spring washers and move forward the lamp holder front cowl. Carefully remove the headlight bulb 1 together with lamp holder.
BATTERY Battery is located under the saddle and requires no maintenance. Keep the battery terminals clean. If neces- sary, protect them with a thin film of acid- free grease. WARNING: The battery contains hazardous substances: - Keep the batterie out of the reach of children. - Keep sparks and open flames away from the battery.
THEN remove the cap of the positive pole 3 and disconnect the positive lug 4 (red) from the positive pole (+). Release the rubber band 5. Remove the battery. BATTERY ASSEMBLY When fitting the battery, insert it with the terminals as shown in picture. Reattach the rubber band 5.
CHARGING THE BATTERY Check the battery charge using a multi- meter or by pressing the “TEST” button on the battery - Voltage < 9V or “LOW”: - Do NOT charge the battery - Replace the battery with a new equiva- lent one - Voltage <12.4V or “MED”: - Charge the battery...
CLEANING THE VEHICLE GENERAL PRECAUTIONS WARNING: Do not clean your vehicle with a high-pressure device with a strong jet of water. Excessive pressure can reach electrical components, con- nectors, flexible cables, bearings, etc and can damage or destroy them. WARNING: Wash motorbikes frequently with cold water that are used near the sea (salty air) and on roads subject to salt spreading in winter.
To prevent malfunction of the electrical system, treat electric contacts and switches with electrical contact spray. ATTENTION: any oxidation of electrical contacts may result in serious malfunc- tioning to the power supply system. Specifically, treat the battery poles as described on page 68 and pay particular attention to what is contained here below.
2) rotate the safety device as shown; 3) remove the connector. For re-assembly, proceed opposite the above-mentioned order. AIR PRESSURE AND TEMPERATURE SENSOR Remove the tank (page 82). The connector is positioned as indicated in figure. 1) press the lock device; 2) Pull the connector upwards.
PROLONGED INACTIVITY A few simple operations should be performed to keep the vehicle in good condition whenever it is to remain inactive for a long period (e.g. during the winter): • Thoroughly clean the vehicle. • Reduce the tyre pressures by approximately 30 percent, and if possible raise the tyres off the ground.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE VEHICLE Engine Engine oil Paper filter oil Wire netting filter oil Gear and clutch oil Engine clamping screws Head screws Kick start and gearchange lever screws Spark plug cap Spark plug Breather pipe Countershaft bearings Crankshaft bearings Connecting rod Piston and segments Cylinder Surface appearance of the cams...
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Carburetor Tightness Idling setting Fuel pipe Breather pipe Assembling Coolant system tightness and coolant level groups Exhaust manifold tightness Drives sliding and regulation Liquid level clutch pump Airbox and air filter Chain, plate wheel and pinion Brake Liquid level, pads thickness Disc thickness Pipe tightness Idle travel levers and drives sliding...
TIGHTENING TORQUE OVERVIEW Here below is an overview of the tightening torque of all pieces subject to adjust- ment or maintenance: Forecarriage Tightening torque [Nm] Threadlock Wheel pin Fork foots - wheel pin Brake caliper - Fork U-bolt fork tube protection Steering head base - fork legs Steering head - fork legs Stem pin on steering head...
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Fairings Tightening torque [Nm] Notes Fuel tank to the frame (front fixing) Fuel tank to the frame (rear fixing) Grease Fuel tank fairings to the radiator...
CHAPTER 5 REMOVING AND INSTALLING SUPERSTRUCTURES CONTENTS Removing and installing of the saddle ............. 80 Removing and installing air filter cover panel ........... 81 Removing and installing of the tank ............82...
REMOVING AND INSTALLING OF THE SADDLE Press button 1. Remove the saddle towards the rear of the motorcycle. To re-assemble: Insert the cavity 1 of the saddle in slot 2. Press the saddle down in the middle and at the same time, push it forwards until the bayonet joint engages in its seat.
WARNING Make sure the bayonet joint 3 is firmly inserted into the button lock. REMOVING AND INSTALLING AIR FILTER COVER PANEL Remove the saddle (page 80). Grab the side panel in the front side and pull out. To refit insert the tabs 1 into their slots. Slide the side panel toward the vehicle.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING OF THE TANK Remove the saddle (page 80). Remove the two screws fastening the tank to the frame and the screw (one per side) securing the fairing to the radiator. Disconnect the fuel hose by pressing the appropriate button of the quick coupling.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY The engine starts but the Engine management system fault Contact authorised BETAMOTOR telltale “MIL” lights on customer service The electric starter does Decompressor failure Contact authorised BETAMOTOR not turn customer service Flat battery Check the battery Blown fuse Replace Defective relay...
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ALPHABETICAL INDEX Adjusting fork ..................39 Adjustment of gas clearance ..............37 Air filter ....................49 Battery ....................68 Brakes ....................36 Chain ....................65 Check and adjusting of steering play ............60 Checks before and after use ..............30 Cleaning the vehicle ................
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Oil fork ....................61 Operating instructions ................5 Prolonged inactivity ................74 Rear brake ..................55 Rear suspension leverage ..............64 Recommended lubricants and liquid ............13 Removing and installing air filter cover panel ........... 81 Removing and installing of the saddle ............. 80 Removing and installing of the tank ............
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