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  • Page 1 CMX500A...
  • Page 2 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 3 Congratulations on your purchase of a new The following codes in this manual ● Honda vehicle. Your selection of a Honda indicate each country. makes you part of a worldwide family of The illustrations here in are based on the ●...
  • Page 4 A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, is very DANGER important. Operating this vehicle safely is an You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY important responsibility. HURT if you don’t follow instructions. To help you make informed decisions about WARNING safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on safety...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Vehicle Safety P. 2 Operation Guide P. 18 Maintenance P. 46 Troubleshooting P. 94 Information P. 113 Specifications P. 126 Index P. 129...

  • Page 6: Vehicle Safety

    Vehicle Safety This section contains important information for safe riding of your vehicle. Please read this section carefully. Safety Guidelines ..........P. 3 Image Labels............P. 7 Safety Precautions..........P. 11 Riding Precautions ..........P. 12 Accessories & Modifications......P. 16 Loading ..............

  • Page 7: Safety Guidelines

    Safety Guidelines Safety Guidelines Before Riding Make sure that you are physically fit, mentally Follow these guidelines to enhance your safety: focused and free of alcohol and drugs. Check Perform all routine and regular inspections ● that you and your passenger are both wearing specified in this manual.
  • Page 8 Safety Guidelines Ride Defensively Ride within Your Limits Always pay attention to other vehicles around Never ride beyond your personal abilities or you, and do not assume that other drivers see faster than conditions warrant. Fatigue and you. Be prepared to stop quickly or perform an inattention can impair your ability to use good evasive maneuver.
  • Page 9 Safety Guidelines Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition If You are Involved in a Crash It's important to keep your vehicle properly Personal safety is your first priority. If you or maintained and in safe riding condition. anyone else has been injured, take time to...
  • Page 10 Safety Guidelines WARNING Carbon Monoxide Hazard Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a Running the engine of your vehicle colourless, odorless gas. Breathing carbon while in an enclosed or even partially monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and enclosed area can cause a rapid build- may lead to death.

  • Page 11: Image Labels

    Image Labels Image Labels Except IN type The following pages describe the label Read instructions contained in Owner's meanings. Some labels warn you of Manual carefully. potential hazards that could cause serious injury. Others provide important safety Read instructions contained in Shop Manual information.
  • Page 12 Image Labels BATTERY LABEL DANGER • Keep flame and spark away from the battery. Battery produce explosive gas that can cause explosion. • Wear the eye protection and rubber gloves when handling the battery, or you can get burned or lose your eyesight by the battery electrolyte.
  • Page 13 Image Labels FO type only RADIATOR CAP LABEL DANGER NEVER OPEN WHEN HOT. Hot coolant will scald you. Relief pressure valve begins to open at 1.1 kgf/cm Except MA type TYRE INFORMATION & DRIVE CHAIN LABEL Cold tyre pressure: [Driver only] Front 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi)
  • Page 14 Image Labels Except MA type SAFETY REMINDER LABEL For your protection, always wear helmet, protective apparel. FUEL LABEL Unleaded petrol only ETHANOL up to 10 % by volume...

  • Page 15: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Must fit comfortably but securely, with the ● chin strap fastened. Ride cautiously and keep your hands on the Face shield with unobstructed field of vision ● ● or other approved eye protection handlebar and feet on the footpegs. Keep passenger's hands onto the seat strap ●...

  • Page 16: Riding Precautions

    Riding Precautions Riding Precautions Gloves Full-finger leather gloves with high abrasion resistance Running-in Period Boots or Riding Shoes During the first 500 km (300 miles) of running, Sturdy boots with non-slip soles and ankle follow these guidelines to ensure your vehicle's future reliability and performance.
  • Page 17 Riding Precautions Exercise caution on low traction surfaces. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ● The tyres slip more easily on such This model is equipped with an Anti-lock Brake surfaces and braking distances are System (ABS) designed to help prevent the longer.
  • Page 18 Riding Precautions Engine Braking Parking Engine braking helps slow your vehicle down Park on a firm, level surface. ● when you release the throttle. For further If you must park on a slight incline or loose ● slowing action, downshift to a lower gear. Use surface, park so that the vehicle cannot engine braking with intermittent use of the move or fall over.
  • Page 19 Riding Precautions Parking with the Side Stand Refuelling and Fuel Guidelines Stop the engine. Follow these guidelines to protect the engine, Push the side stand down. fuel system and catalytic converter: Slowly lean the vehicle to the left until its Use only unleaded petrol.

  • Page 20: Accessories & Modifications

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

  • Page 21: Loading

    Loading Loading WARNING Overloading or improper loading can Carrying extra weight affects your vehicle's ● cause a crash and you can be seriously handling, braking and stability. hurt or killed. Always ride at a safe speed for the load you are carrying.

  • Page 22: Operation Guide

    Parts Location Fuse box (P.110) Battery (P.66) Seat (P.70) Front brake fluid reservoir (P.78) Front brake lever Throttle grip (P.90) Steering lock (P.36) Side cover (P.71) Engine oil fill cap (P.73) Engine oil level inspection window (P.72) Engine oil filter (P.74) Rear brake pedal Rear brake fluid reservoir...
  • Page 23 Clutch lever (P.87) Ignition switch (P.35) Fuel fill cap (P.42) Main fuse (P.111) Tool (P.44) Document bag (P.44) Rear suspension spring preload adjuster (P.93) Coolant reserve tank (P.76) Drive chain (P.82) Engine oil drain bolt (P.74) Crankcase breather (P.91) Side stand (P.81) Shift lever (P.39)
  • Page 24 Instruments SEL button SET button Display Check When the ignition switch is turned to the (On) position, initial animation will show. If any part of these displays does not come on when it should, have your dealer check for problems.
  • Page 25 Clock (12-hour or 24-hour display) To set the clock: (P.28) Speedometer Odometer [TOTAL] & Tripmeter [TRIP A/B] & Average fuel mileage [AVG A/B] & Current fuel mileage & Reserve fuel consumption [RES] (P.22) Fuel gauge Remaining fuel when only 1st (E) segment starts Gear position indicator flashing: approximately 2.2 L (0.58 US gal, 0.48 Imp The gear position is shown in the gear...
  • Page 26 Instruments (Continued) Odometer [TOTAL] & Tripmeter [TRIP A/B] & Average fuel mileage [AVG A/B] & Current fuel mileage & Reserve fuel consumption [RES] The SEL button switches between the odometer, tripmeter A, tripmeter B, average fuel mileage A, average fuel mileage B, current fuel mileage and reserve fuel consumption. Tripmeter B Tripmeter A Reserve fuel...
  • Page 27 Odometer [TOTAL] Average fuel mileage [AVG A/B] Total distance ridden. When “------” is The average fuel mileage A will be based on displayed, go to your dealer for service. tripmeter A. Displays the average fuel mileage A since tripmeter A was reset. The average fuel mileage B will be based on Tripmeter [TRIP A/B] tripmeter B.
  • Page 28 Instruments (Continued) Current fuel mileage Reserve fuel consumption [RES] Displays the current instant fuel mileage. Displays the fuel consumption since the 1st Display range: 0.0 to 299.9 km/L (L/100km) (E) segment of the fuel gauge starts flashing. When the 1st (E) segment of the fuel gauge •...
  • Page 29 When they are reset, reset display appears at To reset the tripmeter [TRIP A/B] and each indication. Then, the display returns to average fuel mileage [AVG A/B] the last selected indication. To reset the tripmeter A and average fuel mileage A together, press and hold the SET button while the tripmeter A or average fuel mileage A is displayed.
  • Page 30 Instruments (Continued) To reset the tripmeter B and average fuel When they are reset, reset display appears at mileage B together, press and hold the SET each indication. Then, the display returns to button while the tripmeter B or average fuel the last selected indication.
  • Page 31 Display Setting Ordinary display Following items can be changed sequentially. • Time format setting Setting Mode • Clock setting Time format setting • Backlight brightness adjustment Clock setting • Changing of fuel mileage meter unit Backlight brightness adjustment Changing of fuel mileage meter unit Press and hold SEL and SET buttons Press the SET button Continued...
  • Page 32 Instruments (Continued) In addition, to move the ordinary display at 1 Time format setting: display setting. You can switch the time format between 12 hour format or 24 hour format. • The buttons is not pressed for about 30 Turn the ignition switch to the (On) seconds.
  • Page 33 2 Clock setting: Press SET button. The clock is set, and then the display moves to the backlight Press SEL button until the desired hour is brightness adjustment. displayed. Press and hold SEL button to advance the hour quickly. Press SET button. The minute digits start flashing.
  • Page 34 Instruments (Continued) 3 Backlight brightness adjustment: Press SET button. The brightness is set, and You can adjust the brightness to one of five then the display moves to the changing of fuel mileage meter unit. levels. Press SEL button. The brightness is switched.
  • Page 35 4 Changing of fuel mileage meter unit: The established setting can also be set by turning the ignition switch to the (Off) Press SEL button to select “km/L” or “L/ 100km”. position. The control is automatically switched from the setting mode to the ordinary display if the button is not pressed for about 30 seconds.
  • Page 36 Indicators If one of these indicators does not come on when it should, have your dealer check for problems. High coolant temperature indicator Comes on briefly when the ignition switch is turned to the (On) position. If it comes on while riding: (P.96) PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)
  • Page 37 Left turn signal indicator High beam indicator Neutral indicator Comes on when the transmission is in Neutral. Right turn signal indicator ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) indicator Comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the (On) position. Goes off when your speed reaches approximately 10 km/h (6 mph).
  • Page 38 Switches Engine stop switch Should normally remain in the (Run) position. In an emergency, switch to the (Stop) position (the starter motor will not operate) to stop the engine. Hazard switch Switchable when the ignition switch is in the (On) position. Turn signal switch Pressing the switch turns the turn signal off.
  • Page 39 Ignition switch Switches the electrical system on/off. Key can be removed when in the (Off) position. MA, V, FO type IN type (On) Turns electrical system Turns electrical system on for starting/riding. on for starting/riding. (Off) Turns engine off. Turns engine off. Continued...
  • Page 40 Switches (Continued) Steering Lock Locking Turn the handlebar all the way to the left. Lock the steering when parking to help Insert the ignition key in the steering lock. prevent theft. Push the ignition key down, and turn it 180 A U-shaped wheel lock or similar device is degrees clockwise.
  • Page 41 Starting the Engine Start your engine using the following NOTICE procedure, regardless of whether the engine • If the engine does not start within 5 seconds, is cold or warm. turn the ignition switch to the (Off) position and wait 10 seconds before trying to start the engine again to recover battery voltage.
  • Page 42 Starting the Engine (Continued) If you cannot start the engine: If the engine does not start: With the throttle slightly open (about 3 mm Open the throttle fully and press the start (0.1 in), without freeplay) while starting the button for 5 seconds. Repeat the normal starting procedure.
  • Page 43 Shifting Gears Your vehicle transmission has 6 forward gears in a one-down, five-up shift pattern. If you put the vehicle in gear with the side stand down, the engine will shut off.
  • Page 44 Emergency Stop Signal Emergency stop signal activates when the The emergency stop signal stops operating system detects hard braking about 50 km/h when: (31 mph) or above to alert drivers behind you You release the brakes. ● about sudden braking by rapidly flashing The ABS is deactivated.
  • Page 45 The emergency stop signal is not a system that can prevent a possible rear-end collision caused by your hard braking. It is always recommended to avoid hard braking unless it is absolutely necessary. The emergency stop signal does not activate with the hazard switch pressed in.
  • Page 46 Refuelling Fuel type: Unleaded petrol only Ignition key Lock cover Level plate MA, V, FO type Fuel octane number: Your vehicle is designed to use Research Octane Number (RON) 91 or higher. IN type Fuel octane number: Your vehicle is designed to use Research Octane Number Fuel fill cap (RON) 88 or higher.
  • Page 47 Opening the Fuel Fill Cap WARNING Open the lock cover, insert the ignition key, Petrol is highly flammable and and turn it clockwise to open the fuel fill cap. explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Closing the Fuel Fill Cap After refuelling, push the fuel fill cap closed •...
  • Page 48 Storage Equipment Tool/Document Bag The 5 mm Hex wrench is stored behind the The tools and document bag are stored on right side cover. the underside of the seat. To remove the 5 mm Hex wrench, loosen the Store the tools and document bag, then screw with a coin.
  • Page 49 The fuse puller is stored on the battery cover under the seat. Fuse puller Removing the Seat (P.70)

  • Page 50: Maintenance

    Maintenance Please read “Importance of Maintenance” and “Maintenance Fundamentals” carefully before attempting any maintenance. Refer to “Specifications” for service data. Importance of Maintenance ......P. 47 Clutch ..............P. 87 Maintenance Schedule........P. 48 Throttle ..............P. 90 Maintenance Fundamentals ......P. 53 Crankcase Breather ...........

  • Page 51: Importance Of Maintenance

    Importance of Maintenance Importance of Maintenance Maintenance Safety Keeping your vehicle well-maintained is Always read the maintenance instructions absolutely essential to your safety and to before you begin each task, and make sure that protect your investment, obtain maximum you have the tools, parts, and skills required. performance, avoid breakdowns, and reduce air We cannot warn you of every conceivable pollution.

  • Page 52: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance work should be performed in new owner. accordance with Honda's standards and specifications by properly trained and equipped Honda recommends that your dealer should technicians. Your dealer meets all of these road test your vehicle after each periodic requirements. Keep an accurate record of maintenance is carried out.
  • Page 53 : Intermediate. We recommend service by your dealer, unless Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace, if necessary) you have the necessary tools and are mechanically skilled. Replace Procedures are provided in an official Honda Shop Lubricate Manual. Clean : Technical. In the interest of safety, have your vehicle serviced by your dealer.
  • Page 54 Maintenance Schedule Frequency Pre-ride Annual Regular Refer to Items Check × 1,000 km Check Replace page P. 53 × 1,000 mi Drive Chain Every 1,000 km (600 mi): Drive Chain Slider Brake Fluid 2 Years Brake Pads Wear Brake System Brakelight Switch Headlight Aim Lights/Horn...
  • Page 55 : Intermediate. We recommend service by your dealer, unless Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace, if necessary) you have the necessary tools and are mechanically skilled. Replace Procedures are provided in an official Honda Shop Lubricate Manual. Clean : Technical. In the interest of safety, have your vehicle serviced by your dealer.
  • Page 56 Maintenance Schedule Frequency Pre-ride Annual Regular Refer to Items Check × 1,000 km Check Replace page P. 53 × 1,000 mi Drive Chain Every 1,000 km (600 mi): Drive Chain Slider Brake Fluid 2 Years Brake Pads Wear Brake System Brakelight Switch Headlight Aim Lights/Horn...

  • Page 57: Maintenance Fundamentals

    Maintenance Fundamentals Brakes - Check operation; Pre-ride Inspection ● Front and Rear: check brake fluid level and To ensure safety, it is your responsibility to pads wear. P. 78, P. 79 perform a pre-ride inspection and make sure Lights and horn - Check that lights, ●...
  • Page 58 Maintenance Fundamentals Replacing Parts Battery Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their Your vehicle has a maintenance-free type equivalents to ensure reliability and safety. battery. You do not have to check the battery electrolyte level or add distilled water. Clean the...
  • Page 59 Maintenance Fundamentals What to do in an emergency WARNING If any of the following occur, immediately see The battery gives off explosive your doctor. hydrogen gas during normal operation. Electrolyte splashes into your eyes: ● Wash your eyes repeatedly with cool water for at least 15 minutes.
  • Page 60 Cleaning the Battery Terminals NOTICE Remove the battery. P. 66 Installing non-Honda electrical accessories can If the terminals are starting to corrode and overload the electrical system, discharging the are coated with a white substance, wash battery and possibly damaging the system.
  • Page 61 P. 127 If a fuse fails repeatedly, you likely have an electrical fault. Have your vehicle inspected by If you use non-Honda engine oil, check the your dealer. label to make sure that the oil satisfies all of the following standards:...
  • Page 62 The API classification specifies the quality and Recommended brake fluid: performance rating of engine oils. Use SG or Honda DOT 4 Brake Fluid or equivalent higher oils, excluding oils marked as “Energy Conserving” or “Resource Conserving” on the circular API service symbol.
  • Page 63 Maintenance Fundamentals Drive Chain NOTICE Use of a new chain with worn sprockets will cause The drive chain must be inspected and rapid chain wear. lubricated regularly. Inspect the chain more frequently if you often ride on bad roads, ride at Cleaning and Lubricating high speed, or ride with repeated fast After inspecting the slack, clean the chain and...
  • Page 64 Maintenance Fundamentals Recommended Coolant Use only genuine HONDA PRE-MIX COOLANT without diluting with water. Genuine HONDA PRE-MIX COOLANT is excellent at preventing corrosion and overheating. The coolant should be inspected and replaced properly by following the maintenance schedule. P. 48...
  • Page 65 Maintenance Fundamentals Inspecting for Damage Crankcase Breather Inspect the tyres for Service more frequently when riding in rain, at cuts, slits, or cracks that full throttle, or after the vehicle is washed or exposes fabric or overturned. Service if the deposit level can be cords, or nails or other seen in the transparent section of the drain foreign objects...
  • Page 66 Maintenance Fundamentals Inspecting Tread Depth WARNING Inspect the tread wear indicators. If they Riding on tyres that are excessively become visible, replace the tyres immediately. worn or improperly inflated can cause a For safe riding, you should replace the tyres crash in which you can be seriously hurt when the minimum tread depth is reached.
  • Page 67 Always use the size and type of tyres Have the wheel balanced with Honda ● recommended in this owner's manual. Genuine balance weights or equivalent after the tyre is installed.
  • Page 68 Maintenance Fundamentals Air Cleaner This vehicle is equipped with a viscous type air cleaner element. Air blow cleaning or any other cleaning can degrade the viscous element performance and cause the intake of dust. Do not perform the maintenance. Should be serviced by your dealer.

  • Page 69: Tool

    Tool The tools are stored underside of the seat. P. 70 You can perform some roadside repairs, minor adjustments and parts replacement with the provided tools. Standard/Phillips screwdriver ● Screwdriver handle ● 10 x 14 mm Open end wrench ● 12 x 14 mm Open end wrench ●...

  • Page 70: Removing & Installing Body Components

    Removing & Installing Body Components Battery Relay holders Connector holder Wire Removal harness Make sure the ignition switch is in the (Off) position. Remove the seat. P. 70 Remove the data link connector and air check connector while pressing each tab from the battery cover.
  • Page 71 Removing & Installing Body Components Battery Remove the clips. P. 69 Disconnect the positive + terminal from Disconnect the negative - terminal from the battery. the battery. Remove the battery taking care not to Pull up the battery cover. drop the terminal nuts. Battery Clips Battery...
  • Page 72 Removing & Installing Body Components Battery Installation Install the parts in the reverse order of removal. Always connect the positive + terminal first. Make sure that bolts and nuts are tight. Make sure the clock information is correct after the battery is reconnected. P.

  • Page 73: Clip

    Removing & Installing Body Components Clip Clip Installation Push the bottom of the centre pin. Removal Press down on the centre pin to release the lock. Pull the clip out of the hole. Insert the clip into the hole. Centre pin Press down on the centre pin to lock the clip.

  • Page 74: Seat

    Removing & Installing Body Components Seat Seat Removal Pull the rear corners of the seat up, then Seat Mounting bolts remove the mounting bolts using the provided 5 mm Hex wrench. P. 44 Pull the seat back and up. Installation Insert the tab into the recess.

  • Page 75: Side Cover

    Removing & Installing Body Components Side Cover Side Cover The right and left side covers can be removed in the same way. Grommets Removal Grasp the side cover. Remove the prongs from the grommets. Remove the side cover. Installation Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.

  • Page 76: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil Checking the Engine Oil Oil fill cap If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 to 5 minutes. Turn the ignition switch to the (Off) position and wait for 2 to 3 minutes. Oil level inspection Place your vehicle in an upright position window Upper level...
  • Page 77 Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil NOTICE Overfilling with oil or operating with insufficient oil can cause damage to your engine. Do not mix If the engine oil is below or near the lower different brands and grades of oil. They may level mark, add the recommended engine oil.
  • Page 78 Sealing washer Changing the oil and filter requires special tools. We recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your dealer. Use a new Honda Genuine oil filter or equivalent specified for your model. Drain bolt NOTICE Using the wrong oil filter can result in serious damage to the engine.
  • Page 79 Engine Oil Changing Engine Oil & Filter Remove the oil filter with a filter wrench Install the new oil filter and tighten. and let the remaining oil drain out. Make Torque: 26 N·m (2.7 kgf·m, 19 lbf·ft) sure the prior seal is not stuck to the engine.

  • Page 80: Coolant

    Coolant Checking the Coolant Reserve tank Check the coolant level in the reserve tank while the engine is cold. Place your vehicle on a firm, level surface. UPPER level Hold your vehicle in an upright position. Check that the coolant level is between the UPPER level and LOWER level marks on the reserve tank.
  • Page 81 Coolant Changing Coolant Remove the reserve tank cap and add Reserve tank cap fluid while monitoring the coolant level. Do not overfill above the UPPER level mark. Make sure no foreign objects enter the reserve tank opening. Securely reinstall the reserve tank cap. WARNING Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to...

  • Page 82: Brakes

    Brakes Checking Brake Fluid If the brake fluid level in either reservoir is below the LOWER level mark or the brake lever and pedal freeplay becomes excessive, Place your vehicle in an upright position inspect the brake pads for wear. on a firm, level surface.
  • Page 83 Brakes Inspecting the Brake Pads Inspecting the Brake Pads Inspect the brake pads from below Front the brake caliper. Inspect the brake pads from the rear Check the condition of the brake pad wear Rear right of the vehicle. indicators. If necessary have the pads replaced by your The pads need to be replaced if a brake pad dealer.
  • Page 84 Brakes Adjusting the Brakelight Switch Adjusting the Brakelight Switch Check the operation of the brakelight switch. Hold the brakelight switch and turn the adjusting nut in the direction A if the switch operates too late, or turn the nut in the direction B if the switch operates too soon.

  • Page 85: Side Stand

    Side Stand Checking the Side Stand Sit on the vehicle, shift the transmission to Neutral, and raise the side stand. Start the engine, pull the clutch lever in, and shift the transmission into gear. Lower the side stand all the way. The engine should stop as you lower the side stand.

  • Page 86: Drive Chain

    Drive Chain Inspecting the Drive Chain Slack Check the drive chain slack at several points along the chain. If the slack is not constant at all points, some links may be kinked and binding. Have the chain inspected by your dealer. Shift the transmission to Neutral.
  • Page 87 Drive Chain Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack Pulser ring Adjusting the chain requires special tools. Have the drive chain slack adjusted by your dealer. When adjusting the drive chain slack, be careful not to damage the wheel speed Wheel speed sensor Lock nut...
  • Page 88 Drive Chain Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack Turn both adjusting bolts an equal Hold the adjusting bolts and tighten the number of turns until the correct drive lock nuts. chain slack is obtained. Turn the adjusting To hold the adjusting bolt, use the bolts clockwise to tighten the chain.
  • Page 89 Drive Chain Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack If a torque wrench was not used for installation, see your dealer as soon as Red zone possible to verify proper assembly. Improper assembly may lead to loss of braking capacity. Index mark Checking the Drive Chain Wear Adjusting plate Check the chain wear label when adjusting...
  • Page 90 Drive Chain Checking the Drive Chain Slider Checking the Drive Chain Slider Check the condition of the drive chain slider. The drive chain slider need to be replaced if it is worn to the wear indicator. If necessary have the drive chain slider replaced by your dealer.

  • Page 91: Clutch

    Clutch Checking the Clutch Check the clutch cable for kinks or signs of wear. If necessary have it replaced by your Checking the Clutch Lever Freeplay dealer. Lubricate the clutch cable with a Check the clutch lever freeplay. commercially available cable lubricant to Freeplay at the clutch lever: prevent premature wear and corrosion.
  • Page 92 Clutch Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay Adjusting the Clutch Lever Upper lock nut Freeplay – Upper Adjustment Attempt adjustment with the upper clutch cable adjuster first. Loosen the upper lock nut. Turn the upper clutch cable adjuster until Upper clutch cable adjuster the freeplay is 10 - 20 mm (0.4 - 0.8 in).
  • Page 93 Clutch Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay Loosen the upper lock nut and turn the Lower adjusting nut upper clutch cable adjuster all the way in (to provide maximum freeplay). Tighten the upper lock nut. Loosen the lower lock nut. Turn the lower adjusting nut until the clutch lever freeplay is 10 - 20 mm (0.4 - –...

  • Page 94: Throttle

    Throttle Checking the Throttle With the engine off, check that the throttle rotates smoothly from fully closed to fully open in all steering positions and throttle freeplay is correct. If the throttle does not move smoothly, close automatically, or if the cable is damaged, have the vehicle inspected by your dealer.

  • Page 95: Crankcase Breather

    Crankcase Breather Cleaning the Crankcase Breather Place a suitable container to receive deposits. Remove the crankcase breather tube plug from the tube. Drain deposits into a suitable container. Install the crankcase breather tube plug. Crankcase breather tube plug...

  • Page 96: Other Adjustments

    Other Adjustments Adjusting the Headlight Aim You can adjust vertical aim of the headlight for proper alignment. Turn the bolt in or out as necessary using the provided Phillips screwdriver. P. 44 Obey local laws and regulations. Bolt Lower Raise...

  • Page 97: Adjusting The Rear Suspension

    Other Adjustments Adjusting the Rear Suspension Adjusting the Rear Suspension NOTICE Attempting to adjust directly from 1 to 5 or 5 to 1 Spring Preload may damage the shock absorber. You can adjust the spring preload by the NOTICE adjuster to suit the load or the road surface. Do not turn the adjuster beyond its limits.

  • Page 98: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Engine Will Not Start........P. 95 Blown Fuse............P. 110 Overheating (High coolant temperature indicator is on) ..........P. 96 Warning Indicators On or Flashing....P. 97 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ........ P. 97 PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)....P. 97 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator ..

  • Page 99: Engine Will Not Start

    Engine Will Not Start Starter Motor Operates But Starter Motor Does Not Engine Does Not Start Operate Check the following items: Check the following items: Check the correct engine starting Check the correct engine starting ● ● sequence. P. 37 sequence.

  • Page 100: Overheating (High Coolant Temperature Indicator Is On)

    Overheating (High coolant temperature indicator is on) The engine is overheating when the following If the fan is not operating: occurs: Suspect a fault. Do not start the engine. High coolant temperature indicator Transport your vehicle to your dealer. ● comes on.

  • Page 101: Warning Indicators On Or Flashing

    Warning Indicators On or Flashing Low Oil Pressure Indicator If the engine oil level goes down rapidly, your vehicle may have a leak or another serious problem. Have your vehicle inspected by If the low oil pressure indicator comes on, your dealer.

  • Page 102: Abs (Anti-Lock Brake System) Indicator

    Warning Indicators On or Flashing ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) If the ABS indicator stays on, your brakes will continue to work as a conventional system, Indicator but without the anti-locking function. If the indicator operates in one of the The ABS indicator may flash if you turn the following ways, you may have a serious rear wheel while the rear wheel is lifted off...

  • Page 103: Other Warning Indications

    Other Warning Indications Fuel Gauge Failure Indication If the fuel system has an error, the fuel gauge indicators will be displayed as shown in the illustrations. If this occurs, see your dealer as soon as possible.

  • Page 104: Tyre Puncture

    Tyre Puncture Repairing a puncture or removing a wheel WARNING requires special tools and technical expertise. Riding your vehicle with a temporary We recommend you have this type of service tyre repair can be risky. If the temporary performed by your dealer. repair fails, you can crash and be After an emergency repair, always have the seriously injured or killed.
  • Page 105 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels When removing and installing the wheel, be Loosen the right and left axle pinch bolts. careful not to damage the wheel speed Support your vehicle securely and raise sensor and pulser ring. the front wheel off the ground using a maintenance stand or a hoist.
  • Page 106 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels Installation Align the end of the front axle shaft with Attach the side collars to the wheel. the surface of the fork leg. On the left side, place the wheel between Surface of the fork legs and insert the front axle shaft, fork leg through the left fork leg and wheel hub.
  • Page 107 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels Lower the front wheel on the ground. Apply the brake lever and pump the fork several times. Retighten the left axle pinch bolts. Torque: 22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft) Raise the front wheel off the ground again, and check that the wheel rotates freely after you release the brake.
  • Page 108 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels Rear Wheel Adjusting plate When using a maintenance stand, be careful Pulser ring not to damage the wheel speed sensor wire and brake hose. Removal Support your vehicle securely and raise Wheel speed the rear wheel off the ground using a sensor Lock nut maintenance stand or a hoist.
  • Page 109 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels Remove the rear axle shaft, chain NOTICE adjusting plates, brake caliper bracket, When installing a wheel or caliper into original rear wheel and side collars. position, carefully fit the brake disc between the pads to avoid scratching them. Support the brake caliper assembly so that it doesn’t hang from the brake Make sure that the lug on the swingarm is...
  • Page 110 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels Adjust the drive chain. P. 83 After installing the wheel, apply the brake Hold the adjusting bolts and tighten the pedal several times, then check if the lock nuts. wheel rotates freely. Recheck the wheel if To hold the adjusting bolt, use the the brake drags or if the wheel does not provided 5 mm Hex wrench.

  • Page 111: Electrical Trouble

    Electrical Trouble Battery Goes Dead Burned-out Light Bulb Charge the battery using a motorcycle All light bulbs on the vehicle are LEDs. If battery charger. there is an LED which is not turned on, see Remove the battery from the vehicle before your dealer for servicing.
  • Page 112 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb Headlight/Front Turn Signal/ IN type Position Light Headlight MA, V, FO type Headlight Position light Front turn signals The headlight, front turn signals and position Front turn signals/position lights light use several LEDs. If there is an LED which is not turned on, see The headlight, front turn signals and position your dealer for servicing.
  • Page 113 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb Brakelight/Taillight/Rear Turn Signal/License Plate Light Rear turn signals License plate light Brakelight/taillight The brakelight, taillight, rear turn signals and license plate light use several LEDs. If there is an LED which is not turned on, see your dealer for servicing.

  • Page 114: Blown Fuse

    Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse Blown Fuse Close the fuse box covers. Reinstall parts in the reverse order of removal. Before handling fuses, see “Inspecting and Replacing Fuses.” P. 56 Cover Fuse puller Fuse Box Fuses Remove the battery cover. P. 66 Open the fuse box covers.
  • Page 115 Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse Main Fuse Fuse box Spare fuses covers Main fuse Wire connector Fuse box covers Starter magnetic Spare main fuse switch Remove the left side cover. P. 71 Remove the starter magnetic switch from the air cleaner housing cover, then disconnect the wire connector of the starter magnetic switch.
  • Page 116 Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse Pull the main fuse out and check for a blown fuse. Always replace a blown fuse with a spare fuse of the same rating. Spare main fuse is provided in the starter magnetic switch. Reinstall parts in the reverse order of removal.

  • Page 117: Information

    Information Keys..............P. 114 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features... P. 115 Caring for Your Vehicle........P. 117 Storing Your Vehicle........P. 120 Transporting Your Vehicle ......P. 121 You & the Environment ......... P. 122 Serial Numbers ..........P. 123 Fuels Containing Alcohol ......

  • Page 118: Keys

    Keys Keys Ignition Key/Steering Lock Key Be sure to record the key number provided with the key number plate. Store the spare key and key number in a safe location. To make a duplicate, take the spare key or the key number to your dealer.

  • Page 119: Instruments, Controls, & Other Features

    Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Instruments, Controls, & Odometer Other Features The display locks at 999,999 when the read-out exceeds 999,999. Ignition Switch Leaving the ignition switch in the (On) position Tripmeter with the engine stopped will drain the battery. The tripmeters return to 0.0 when each read- out exceeds 9,999.9.
  • Page 120 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Ignition Cut-off System Assist-slipper Clutch System A banking (lean angle) sensor automatically The assist-slipper clutch system helps to prevent stops the engine and fuel pump if the vehicle the rear tyre from locking up when the falls over.

  • Page 121: Caring For Your Vehicle

    Frequent cleaning and polishing is important to After the vehicle dries, lubricate any moving ensure the life of your Honda. A clean vehicle parts. makes it easier to spot potential problems.
  • Page 122 Caring for Your Vehicle Do not direct water at the air cleaner: Washing Precautions ● Water in the air cleaner can prevent the Follow these guidelines when washing: engine from starting. Do not use high-pressure washers: ● Do not direct water near the headlight: High-pressure water cleaners can ●...
  • Page 123 Caring for Your Vehicle Aluminium Components Exhaust Pipe and Muffler Aluminium will corrode from contact with dirt, When the exhaust pipe and muffler are painted, mud, or road salt. Clean aluminium parts do not use a commercially available abrasive regularly and follow these guidelines to avoid kitchen cleaning compound.

  • Page 124: Storing Your Vehicle

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

  • Page 125: Transporting Your Vehicle

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

  • Page 126: You & The Environment

    You & the Environment You & the Environment Recycle Wastes Put oil and other toxic wastes in approved Owning and riding a vehicle can be enjoyable, containers and take them to a recycling centre. but you must do your part to protect the Call your local or state office of public works or environment.

  • Page 127: Serial Numbers

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

  • Page 128: Fuels Containing Alcohol

    Fuels Containing Alcohol Fuels Containing Alcohol NOTICE Use of blended fuels containing higher than Some conventional fuels blended with alcohol approved percentages can damage metal, are available in some locales to help reduce rubber, plastic parts of your fuel system. emissions to meet clean air standards.

  • Page 129: Catalytic Converter

    A defective catalytic converter contributes to air pollution and can impair your engine's performance. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or equivalent.

  • Page 130: Specifications

    Specifications Main Components ■ MA, FO type 67.0 x 66.8 mm (2.64 x 2.63 in) Bore x stroke MA, FO type 2,205 mm (86.8 in) 67.000 x 66.800 mm (2.6378 x IN, V type Overall length 2.6299 in) IN, V type 2,206 mm (86.9 in) Compression ratio 10.7 : 1...
  • Page 131 Spark plug gap 0.80 - 0.90 mm (0.031 - 0.035 in) Drive Idle speed 1,200 ± 100 rpm sprocket Standard sprocket Honda 4-stroke motorcycle oil, API Service size Driven Classification SG or higher, excluding oils sprocket Recommended marked as “Energy Conserving” or engine oil “Resource Conserving,”...
  • Page 132 Specifications Bulbs Torque Specifications ■ ■ Headlight Engine oil drain bolt 30 N·m (3.1 kgf·m, 22 lbf·ft) Brakelight/Taillight Oil filter 26 N·m (2.7 kgf·m, 19 lbf·ft) Front turn signal/ Except IN Drive chain adjusting lock nut 21 N·m (2.1 kgf·m, 15 lbf·ft) Position light type Rear wheel axle nut...

  • Page 133: Index

    Index Clip ..............69 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)....... 13 Clutch ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Freeplay..............88 Indicator ............ 33, 98 System ..............87 Accessories ............16 Coolant............... 76 Air Cleaner............64 Crankcase Breather ......... 91 Average Fuel Mileage ........23 Crash ..............
  • Page 134 Engine Oil..............57, 72 Gasohol ............124 Oil Filter ..............74 Gear Position Indicator ........21 Overheats............. 96 Starting ..............37 Stop Switch..........34, 115 Hazard Switch........... 34 Stopping ............115 Headlight Aim ..........92 Will Not Start............95 Headlight Dimmer Switch ......34 Environment ...........
  • Page 135 Labels..............7 Parking ............... 14 Load Limits ............17 Parts Location........... 18 Loading Guidelines.......... 17 Petrol ..............42 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...... 32, 97 PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)..32, 97 Protective Apparel........... 11 Maintenance Fundamentals ............. 53 Importance ............
  • Page 136 Transporting You Vehicle ......121 Safety Guidelines ..........3 Tripmeter ..........22, 23, 115 Safety Precautions........... 11 Troubleshooting ..........94 Seat ..............70 Turn Signal Indicator ........33 Serial Numbers..........123 Turn Signal Switch........... 34 Shifting Gears ........... 39 Tyres Side Cover ............
  • Page 137 32MKGB10 XXXX.20XX.XX.L 00X32-MKG-B100 PRINTED IN XXXXX...

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