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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL SH300A...
  • 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. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission.
  • Page 3 Welcome ● Congratulations on your purchase of a new The following codes in this manual indicate Honda scooter. Your selection of a Honda each country. ● makes you part of a worldwide family of The illustrations here in are based on the satisfied customers who appreciate Honda’s...
  • Page 4 A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, is very DANGER important. Operating this scooter 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 safety, we have provided operating WARNING procedures and other information on safety...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Scooter Safety P. 2 Operation Guide P. 18 Maintenance P. 52 Troubleshooting P. 90 Information P. 113 Specifications P. 127 Index P. 130...

  • Page 6: Scooter Safety

    Scooter Safety This section contains important information for safe riding of your scooter. Please read this section carefully. Safety Guidelines .........P. 3 Image Labels..........P. 6 Safety Precautions ........P. 11 Riding Precautions ........P. 12 Accessories & Modifications......P. 15 Loading ............P. 16...

  • Page 7: Safety Guidelines

    Safety Guidelines Safety Guidelines that you and your passenger are both wearing an approved motorcycle helmet and protective Follow these guidelines to enhance your safety: apparel. Instruct your passenger on holding ● Perform all routine and regular inspections onto the grab rail or your waist, leaning with specified in this manual.
  • Page 8 Safety Guidelines Make Yourself Easy to See Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition Make yourself more visible, especially at night, It’s important to keep your scooter properly by wearing bright reflective clothing, maintained and in safe riding condition. positioning yourself so other drivers can see...
  • Page 9 Safety Guidelines check the tightness of critical nuts and bolts, WARNING and check the handlebar, control levers, brakes, and wheels. Ride slowly and cautiously. Your Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. scooter may have suffered damage that is not Breathing it can cause immediately apparent.

  • Page 10: Image Labels

    Image Labels Image Labels Read instructions contained in Owner’s Manual carefully. The following pages describe the label meanings. Some labels warn you of Read instructions contained in Shop Manual potential hazards that could cause serious carefully. In the interest of safety, take the injury.
  • Page 11 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 12 Image Labels ACCESSORIES AND LOADING WARNING LABEL WARNING ACCESSORIES AND LOADING • The safety stability and handling of this scooter may be affected by the addition of accessories and luggage. • Read carefully the instructions contained in user’s manual and installation guide before installing any accessory.
  • Page 13 Image Labels TYRE INFORMATION LABEL Cold tyre pressure: [Driver only] Front 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi) Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm , 36 psi) [Driver and passenger] Front 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi) Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm , 36 psi) Tyre size: Front...
  • Page 14 Image Labels CARGO LIMIT LABEL Do not exceed 10 kg (22 lb). CARGO LIMIT LABEL Do not exceed 1.5 kg (3.3 lb). CARGO LIMIT LABEL Do not exceed 0.5 kg (1.0 lb). CARGO LIMIT LABEL Do not exceed 3.0 kg (6.6 lb).

  • Page 15: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions ● Safety Precautions Face shield with unobstructed field of vision or other approved eye protection. ● Ride cautiously and keep your hands on the WARNING handlebar and feet on the floor. ● Keep passenger’s hands onto the grab rail or Not wearing a helmet increases the your waist, passenger’s feet on the footpegs chance of serious injury or death in a...

  • Page 16: Riding Precautions

    Riding Precautions ● Riding Precautions Avoid continuous braking. Repeated braking, such as when descending long, steep slopes can Running-in Period seriously overheat the brakes, reducing During the first 500 km (300 miles) of running, their effectiveness. follow these guidelines to ensure your scooter’s ●...
  • Page 17 P. 38) and leave your scooter while taking Exercise extra caution when braking in wet the Honda SMART Key with you. Deactivate conditions. the Honda SMART Key system if necessary. If the brakes get wet, apply the brakes while P.
  • Page 18 3. Turn the handlebar fully to the left. 4. Turn the ignition switch to the (LOCK) position, lock the ignition switch ( P. 38) and leave your scooter while taking the Honda SMART Key with you. Deactivate the Honda SMART Key system if necessary. P. 33...

  • Page 19: Accessories & Modifications

    Honda or make modifications to your scooter from its original Follow all instructions in this owner’s design. Doing so can make it unsafe.

  • Page 20: Loading

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

  • Page 22: Operation Guide

    Parts Location Rear suspension spring preload (P87) adjuster Throttle grip (P85) Front brake fluid reservoir (P82) Front brake lever Centre compartment (P48) (P48) Tool kit (P76) Engine oil fill cap/dipstick (P69) Battery Fuse box (P111) Engine oil drain bolt (P78) EM mode connecter (P100) Data link connector...
  • Page 23 (P49) Front box Rear brake lever (P82) Rear brake fluid reservoir (P50) Shopping Hook (P51) Accessory socket Fuel fill cap (P44) Seat (P46) Document bag (P48) (P74) Spark plug Rear suspension spring preload (P87) adjuster (P73) Crankcase breather (P78) Engine oil filter (P13) Centre stand (P13)
  • Page 24 Instruments Coolant temperature gauge Speedometer Displays the temperature of the engine coolant. NOTICE Riding with the needle in the H (Hot) range may cause serious engine Fuel gauge damage. Needle in the red (E) mark, remaining fuel approximately 1.7 litres (0.45 US gal, 0.37 Imp gal) SEL switch SET switch...
  • Page 25 OIL CHANGE indicator ED type • Lights when the distance reaches about 1,000 km for the first time and every 12,000 km after Clock (12-hour display) resetting the indicator. To set the clock: (P24) E type Odometer [TOTAL] & Tripmeter [TRIP A/B] & •...
  • Page 26 Instruments (Continued) • Odometer: Total distance ridden. • Tripmeter: Distance ridden since tripmeter was reset. To reset tripmeter A or B, press and hold SET switch with tripmeter A or B displayed. The average fuel mileage is also reset when tripmeter A was reset. •...
  • Page 27 Display Setting In addition, to return to the ordinary display Following items to change sequentially. at display setting. • Clock setting • The button is not pressed for about 30 • E type only Changing of mileage unit seconds • Changing of fuel mileage meter unit •...
  • Page 28 Instruments (Continued) Clock setting: ED type Press SET switch. The clock is set, and then Turn the ignition switch to (On). the display moves to the changing of the Press and hold SEL switch and SET switch, fuel mileage meter unit. the hour digits start flashing.
  • Page 29 Changing of fuel mileage meter unit: The established setting can also be set by turning the ignition switch to (Off). Press SEL switch to select “km/L” or “L/100 km.” The control is automatically switched from the setting mode to the ordinary display if the button is not pressed for about 30 seconds.
  • Page 30 Indicators If one of these indicators does not come on when it should, have your dealer check for problems. ABS (Anti-lock Brake High beam indicator System) indicator Comes on when the ignition switch is turned (On). Goes off when your speed reaches approximately 10 km/h (6 mph).
  • Page 31 Left turn signal indicator Right turn signal indicator Honda SMART Key Indicator Comes on when vehicle and Honda Smart Key verification is complete, and the ignition switch can be operated. Goes off when the ignition switch is turned (On). When the Honda SMART Key...
  • Page 32 Answer Back System: (P30) ON/OFF button Turn signal switch This button is used to activate or Pressing the switch turns deactivate the Honda SMART Key the turn signal off. system, and also to confirm the (P33) activation status.
  • Page 33 Ignition Switch Turns electrical system on for starting/riding. Switches the electrical system on/ SEAT off, locks the steering, and operates Operates the seat opener switch. the seat opener switch. To unlock the ignition switch: Turns engine off. (P37) Locks steering. Steering Lock ❙...
  • Page 34 The answer back system is a device to find back button switch ring the position of your scooter. When you press the answer back button on the Honda SMART Key with the ignition switch (Off) or (LOCK), your scooter informs you the position by blinking the turn signal light and lighting the ignition switch ring.
  • Page 35 ❙ Operation Press the answer back button on the Honda SMART Key. The answer back system will not function when the ignition switch is unlocked. If the ignition switch is left the (Off) or (LOCK) position for more than 10 days, the answer back system will no longer operate.
  • Page 36 The system runs a two-way authentication between the scooter and the Honda SMART Key to verify if it is a the registered Honda SMART Key. The Honda SMART Key system uses low- intensity radio waves. It may affect medical...
  • Page 37 To check the Honda SMART Key system status Lightly press the ON/OFF button. The LED of the Honda SMART Key will show the status. When the LED of the Honda SMART Key is: Green: Honda SMART Key system (activation) authentication can be performed.
  • Page 38 • When there are facilities nearby that generate strong radio waves or noise such as TV towers, power stations, radio stations, or airports. • When you carry the Honda SMART Key with a laptop or wireless communication device such as a radio or mobile phone.
  • Page 39 When the ignition switch is locked: Anyone can unlock the ignition switch and The system can be operated within the start the engine if your Honda SMART Key is shaded area shown in the illustration. within operating range of your scooter, even if you are on the other side of a wall or window.
  • Page 40 Make sure the ignition switch ring goes off Key on your person after you get on and off and all turn signals flash once at this time. the scooter or while riding. Do not place the Honda SMART Key in the centre compartment or front box.
  • Page 41 When the Honda SMART Key system ❙ (P97) To Unlock the Ignition Switch does not work properly Make sure that the Honda SMART Key is If someone without the Honda SMART Key (P33) activated. tries to turn the ignition switch, the ignition To authenticate the Honda SMART Key switch rotates freely.
  • Page 42 • Wait for approximately 20 seconds after turning the ignition switch from (On) to (Off) or (LOCK). • Switch the Honda SMART Key system to deactivation. (P33) Make sure that the Honda SMART Key indicator and ignition switch ring go off, and the turn signals flash once.
  • Page 43 Always make sure the ignition switch position is in (Off) or (LOCK) when you leave your scooter. When the ignition switch is locked in the SEAT position, the ignition switch can be turned (Off) only once. When the ignition switch is locked in the (Off) position, the steering cannot be locked.
  • Page 44 If the side stand is down, the engine cannot be started. If you lower the side stand with the engine running, it will automatically shut off. This scooter is equipped with a Honda SMART Key system. Always keep Honda SMART Key on you when you ride the scooter.
  • Page 45 If the engine does not start: Squeeze the rear brake lever. The starter motor will only work when Open the throttle fully and press the start the rear brake lever is squeezed and the button for 5 seconds. side stand is up. Repeat the normal starting procedure.
  • Page 46 Riding Starting the Scooter Acceleration and deceleration Push the scooter forward off the centre To accelerate: Open the throttle slowly. stand. To decelerate: Close the throttle. Squeeze the rear brake lever. Keep throttle closed. Open Make sure the side stand and centre stand (Accelerate) Close are up.
  • Page 47 Braking Close the throttle and apply the front and rear brakes together. Rear brake lever Front brake lever...
  • Page 48 Refuelling Fuel type: Unleaded petrol only Arrow marks Fuel octane number: Your scooter is designed to use Research Octane Number Fuel fill cap (RON) 91 or higher. holder Tank capacity: 9.1 litres (2.40 US gal, 2.00 Imp gal) Fuel fill cap ❙...
  • Page 49 Closing the Fuel Fill Cap Install and tighten the fuel fill cap firmly by turning it clockwise. Make sure that the arrow marks on the cap and fuel tank are aligned. (P46) Close the seat. WARNING Petrol is highly flammable and explosive.
  • Page 50 Storage Equipment Seat Open Seat Turn the handlebar pointed straight ahead. Turn the ignition switch to the position of SEAT and push the seat opener switch. (P37) To unlock the ignition switch Open the seat. Ignition switch Seat Close Close and push down on the rear of the seat until locks.
  • Page 51 Helmet Holders WARNING The helmet holders are located under the seat. Riding with a helmet attached to the A helmet set wire is in the tool kit. holder can interfere with the your Use the helmet holder only when parked. ability to safely operate the scooter and could lead to a crash in which you Helmet set wire...
  • Page 52 Storage Equipment (Continued) A helmet can be stored in the centre Tool Kit/Document Bag compartment. The tool kit and document bag are in the Set in the front of the helmet forward. centre compartment. Some helmets may not fit in the Document bag Tool kit compartment due to their size or design.
  • Page 53 ❙ Front Box Open Push the front box lid by pressing the concave area on the front box lid. ❙ Close Close the front box lid by pressing the concave area on the front box lid. The maximum allowable load in the front box shall be no more than 0.5 kg (1.0 lb) Make sure that the front box lid is closed...
  • Page 54 Storage Equipment (Continued) Shopping Hook Rear Carrier The shopping hook is provided below the Never exceed the maximum weight limit. handlebar. Maximum Weight: 3.0 kg (6.6 lb) Do not attach large luggage to the hook that Rear carrier would hang out from the scooter and/or interfere with the movement of your feet.
  • Page 55 Accessory Socket To prevent the battery run down or weak the battery, keep the engine running while The accessory socket is located in the centre drawing current from the socket. compartment. Set the headlight in the low beam. The battery run down or damage to the Open the cover to gain access to the accessory socket cause result.

  • Page 56: Maintenance

    Throttle............P. 85 Battery ............P. 69 Other Adjustments ........P. 86 Centre Lower Cover ........P. 70 Headlight Aim........... P. 86 Clip ............P. 72 Rear Suspension........P. 87 Honda SMART Key Battery ....... P. 88 Crankcase Breather ........P. 73 Spark Plug...........P. 74...

  • Page 57: Importance Of Maintenance

    Importance of Maintenance Importance of Maintenance Maintenance Safety Keeping your scooter 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 58: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance work should be performed in new owner. accordance with Honda’s standards and specifications by properly trained and Honda recommends that your dealer should equipped technicians. Your dealer meets all road test your scooter after each periodic of these requirements. Keep an accurate maintenance is carried out.
  • Page 59 : Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace, if necessary) Procedures are provided in an official Honda Shop Manual. : Replace : Technical. In the interest of safety, have your scooter serviced : Clean by your dealer.
  • Page 60 Maintenance Schedule Frequency Pre-ride Annual Regular Refer to Items Check × 1,000 km Check Replace page P. 58 × 1,000 mi Secondary Air Supply – System Evaporative Emission – Control System Drive Belt – Belt Case Air Cleaner – Final Drive Oil 2 years –...
  • Page 61 Maintenance Schedule Frequency Pre-ride Annual Regular Refer to Items Check × 1,000 km Check Replace page P. 58 × 1,000 mi Suspension – Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners – Wheels/Tyres Steering Head Bearings –...

  • Page 62: 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. 82, 83 perform a pre-ride inspection and make sure ● Lights and horn-Check that lights, that any problem you find is corrected.
  • Page 63 Maintenance Fundamentals Replacing Parts Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their Colour label equivalents to ensure reliability and safety. When ordering coloured components, specify the model name, colour, and code mentioned on the colour label. The colour label is attached to the centre compartment under the seat.
  • Page 64 Maintenance Fundamentals Battery WARNING Your scooter has a maintenance-free type The battery gives off explosive battery. You do not have to check the battery hydrogen gas during normal electrolyte level or add distilled water. Clean the operation. battery terminals if they become dirty or corroded.
  • Page 65 Always replace the battery with another maintenance-free battery of the same type. NOTICE Installing non-Honda electrical accessories can overload the electrical system, discharging the battery and possibly NOTICE damaging the system. Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chance of damage to the electrical system.
  • Page 66 Conserving”, or ”Resource Conserving”, on the For recommended engine oil, see circular API service symbol. “Specifications.” P. 128 If you use non-Honda engine oil, check the label to make sure that the oil satisfies all of the following standards: ● JASO T 903 standard...
  • Page 67 Service if the deposit level can be seen in the transparent section of the drain Recommended Coolant tube. Pro Honda HP coolant is a pre-mixed solution of antifreeze and distilled water. If the drain tube overflows, the air filter may become contaminated with engine oil causing Concentration: poor engine performance.
  • Page 68 Maintenance Fundamentals ❙ Inspecting for Abnormal Wear Tyres (Inspecting/Replacing) Inspect the tyres for ❙ Checking the Air Pressure signs of abnormal Visually inspect your tyres and use an air wear on the contact pressure gauge to measure the air pressure at surface.
  • Page 69 Maintenance Fundamentals ❙ Inspecting Tread Depth WARNING Inspect the tread wear indicators. If they become visible, replace the tyres immediately. Riding on tyres that are excessively For safe riding, you should replace the tyres worn or improperly inflated can cause when the minimum tread depth is reached.
  • Page 70 Always use the size and type of tyres ● Have the wheel balanced with Honda recommended in this owner’s manual. Genuine balance weights or equivalents after the tyre is installed. ●...
  • Page 71 Maintenance Fundamentals Air Cleaner This scooter 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 72: Tool Kit

    Tool Kit The tool kit is in the centre compartment. P. 48 You can perform some roadside repairs, minor adjustments and parts replacement with the tools contained in the kit. ● 10 × 12 mm Open end wrench ● 10 × 14 mm Open end wrench ●...

  • Page 73: Removing & Installing Body Components

    Removing & Installing Body Components Battery 2. Remove the connectors from the battery holder. 3. Remove the battery holder by removing Bolts the bolts. Battery holder 4. Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery. Connectors 5. Disconnect the positive terminal from the battery.

  • Page 74: Centre Lower Cover

    Removing & Installing Body Components Centre Lower Cover Centre Lower Cover Tabs A Clips Tabs A Centre upper Prongs cover 5. Pull down the centre upper cover for releasing the tabs A, and remove the centre upper cover. ❙ Removal 1.
  • Page 75 Removing & Installing Body Components Centre Lower Cover Tabs B Tabs B Tabs B Screws B Screw A Clip Clip Screw A 6. Remove the screws A and clips. P. 72 Centre lower Tabs B cover 7. Remove the centre lower cover by releasing the screws B, tabs B.

  • Page 76: Clip

    Removing & Installing Body Components Clip Clip ❙ Removal 1. Press down on the centre pin to release the lock. 2. Pull the clip out of the hole. Centre ❙ Installation 1. Push the bottom of the centre pin. 2. Insert the clip into the hole. 3.

  • Page 77: Crankcase Breather

    Crankcase Breather Cleaning the Crankcase Breather 1. Place a drain pan under the crankcase breather tube. 2. Remove the crankcase breather tube and drain deposits. 3. Reinstall the crankcase breather tube. Crankcase breather tube...

  • Page 78: Spark Plug

    Spark Plug Checking Spark Plug 4. Remove the spark plug using a suitable spark plug wrench. For the recommended spark plug, see “Specifications.” P. 128 Use only the recommended type of spark plug in the recommended heat range. NOTICE Using a spark plug with an improper heat range can cause engine damage.
  • Page 79 Spark Plug Checking Spark Plug 6. Check the spark plug gap using a 9. Tighten the spark plug: ● wiretype feeler gauge. If the old plug is good: If adjustment is necessary, bend the 1/8 turn after it seats ● side electrode carefully.

  • Page 80: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil Checking the Engine Oil Upper level 1. If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 to 5 minutes. 2. Turn the ignition switch (Off) and wait for 2 to 3 minutes. 3. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe it Lower level clean.
  • Page 81 Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil For the recommended oil and oil selection guidelines, see “Maintenance If the engine oil is below or near the lower Fundamentals.” P. 62 level mark, add the recommended engine oil. P. 62, 128 1.
  • Page 82 Changing Engine Oil & Filter Changing the oil and filter requires special tools. We recommend that you have your scooter serviced by your dealer. Use a new Honda Genuine oil filter or Drain bolt equivalent specified for your model. Sealing...
  • Page 83 Engine Oil Changing Engine Oil & Filter 9. Install a new sealing washer onto the drain bolt. Tighten the drain bolt. Torque: 25 N·m (2.5 kgf·m, 18 lbf·ft) 10. Fill the crankcase with the recommended oil ( P. 62, 128) and install the oil fill cap/ dipstick.

  • Page 84: Coolant

    Coolant Checking the Coolant If the coolant level is dropping noticeably or the reserve tank is empty, you likely have a Check that the coolant level in the reserve serious leak. Have your scooter inspected by tank while the engine is cold. your dealer.
  • Page 85 Coolant Changing Coolant 3. Remove the reserve tank cap and add fluid while monitoring the coolant level. Reserve tank Do not overfill above the UPPER level mark. Make sure no foreign objects enter the reserve tank opening. 4. Securely reinstall the cap. 5.

  • Page 86: Brakes

    Brakes Checking Brake Fluid If the brake fluid level in either reservoir is below the LOWER level mark or both the 1. Place your scooter in an upright position brake levers freeplay becomes excessive, on a firm, level surface. inspect the brake pads for wear. If the brake 2.
  • Page 87 Brakes Inspecting the Brake Pads Inspecting the Brake Pads Front Inspect the brake pads from below the brake caliper. Check the condition of the brake pad wear Rear Inspect the brake pads from rear indicators. right of the scooter. Front The pads need to be replaced if a If necessary have the pads replaced by your brake pad is worn to the indicator.

  • Page 88: Side Stand

    Side Stand Checking the Side Stand 4. Sit on the scooter and raise the side stand. 5. Start the engine. 6. Lower the side stand all the way. The engine should stop as you lower the side stand. If the engine doesn’t stop, have your scooter inspected by your dealer.

  • Page 89: 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 scooter inspected by your dealer.

  • Page 90: Other Adjustments

    Other Adjustments Adjusting the Headlight Aim You can adjust vertical aim of the headlights for proper alignment. Turn the screw in or out as necessary using a Phillips screwdriver provided in the tool kit. P. 48 Obey local laws and regulations. Screw Lower Raise...

  • Page 91: Rear Suspension

    Other Adjustments Adjusting the Rear Suspension Adjusting the Rear Suspension Spring preload Adjuster adjustment label ❙ Spring Preload You can adjust the spring preload by the adjuster to suit the load or the road surface. Turn the adjuster using the pin spanner provided in the tool kit.

  • Page 92: Honda Smart Key Battery

    Key Battery protective cloth into the slit. Wrap a coin or a screwdriver with a If the Honda SMART Key indicator flashes 5 protective cloth to prevent scratching times when the ignition switch is turned the Honda SMART Key.
  • Page 93 Honda SMART Key Battery Replacing the Honda SMART Key Battery WARNING Upper case Chemical Burn Hazard: do not Battery swallow battery. Protective cloth If swallowed, the battery can cause severe internal burns and even death. • Keep battery away from children and battery compartment securely closed.

  • Page 94: Troubleshooting

    Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ....P. 93 Burned-out Light Bulb......P. 104 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator ..P. 94 Blown Fuse ..........P. 111 Oil Change Indicator........P. 95 Honda SMART Key Indicator......P. 96 When the Honda SMART Key System Does Not Operate Properly.......P. 97...

  • Page 95: 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 ● Make sure engine stop switch is in sequence. P.

  • Page 96: Overheating

    Overheating The engine is overheating when the If the fan is not operating: following occurs: Suspect a fault. Do not start the engine. ● Coolant temperature gauge needle enter Transport your scooter to your dealer. the H (Hot) range. If the fan is operating: ●...

  • Page 97: Warning Indicators On Or Flashing

    Warning Indicators On or Flashing Low Oil Pressure Indicator If the engine oil level goes down rapidly, your scooter may have a leak or another serious If the low oil pressure indicator comes on, problem. Have your scooter inspected by pull safely to the side of the road and stop your dealer.

  • Page 98: 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 come on if you turn following ways, you may have a serious the rear wheel while your scooter is lifted off...

  • Page 99: Oil Change Indicator

    Warning Indicators On or Flashing Oil Change Indicator Oil Change Indicator E type The indicator comes on when the riding ED type distance reaches the programmed oil change The indicator comes on when the riding intervals, at the initial 600 mile (960 km) and distance reaches the programmed oil change every 8,000 mile (12,800 km) after resetting intervals, at the initial 1,000 km and every...

  • Page 100: Honda Smart Key Indicator

    It is probably caused by the following: ● Strong radio waves or noise are affecting If you do not have the Honda SMART Key, the system the ignition switch can be unlocked by using ● You lose the Honda SMART Key while the emergency key and the ID tag.

  • Page 101: When The Honda Smart Key System Does Not Operate Properly

    When the Honda SMART Key System Does Not Operate Properly ● When the Honda SMART Key system does Check that there is no communication not work properly, perform the following. failure in the Honda SMART Key system. ● Check that the Honda SMART Key system The Honda SMART Key system uses low- is activated.
  • Page 102 When the Honda SMART Key System Does Not Operate Properly ● ● Check that a registered Honda SMART Key Check the battery condition and battery is used. lead in your scooter. Use a registered Honda SMART Key. Check the battery and battery terminals.

  • Page 103: Unlock The Seat In An Emergency

    Unlock the Seat in an Emergency The seat lock can be unlocked by using the emergency key. Emergency seat ❙ opener Open Projection 1. Remove the bulb maintenance lid. P. 107 2. Align the projection of the emergency key with the slot of the emergency seat opener, and turn the emergency key counterclockwise.

  • Page 104: Unlock The Ignition Switch In An Emergency

    Unlock the Ignition Switch in an Emergency The ignition switch can be unlocked by using Hook the emergency key and the ID tag. ❙ Set up to ID number input mode Blue dummy coupler 1. Use the emergency key to open the seat. P.
  • Page 105 Unlock the Ignition Switch in an Emergency ❙ ID number input ● To input “1”, push the ignition switch once within 5 seconds when the ignition You can input your ID number by pressing the switch ring comes on. ignition switch when the ignition switch is (Off), (LOCK) and SEAT position.
  • Page 106 After the last ID number is inputted, through, After the last ID number is inputted, the the ignition switch ring and Honda SMART Key ignition switch ring and Honda SMART Key Indicator will flash every 2 seconds until the EM Indicator will flash every second until the EM mode coupler is removed.

  • Page 107: Tyre Puncture

    Tyre Puncture Repairing a puncture or removing a wheel WARNING requires special tools and technical expertise. We recommend you have this type of service Riding your scooter with a temporary performed by your dealer. tyre repair can be risky. If the After an emergency repair, always have the temporary repair fails, you can crash tyre inspected/replaced by your dealer.

  • Page 108: Electrical Trouble

    Electrical Trouble Battery Goes Dead Burned-out Light Bulb Charge the battery using a motorcycle Follow the procedure below to replace a battery charger. burned-out light bulb. Remove the battery from the scooter before Turn the ignition switch to the (Off) or charging.
  • Page 109 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ Headlight/Position Lights The headlight/position lights use several LEDs. If there is a LED which is not turned on, see Headlight your dealer for servicing. Position lights continued...
  • Page 110 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ Brake Light/Tail Light The brake and tail light use several LEDs. If there is a LED which is not turned on, see your dealer for servicing. Brake light/Tail light...
  • Page 111 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ Right Front Turn Signal Bulb 1. Remove the bulb maintenance lid by releasing the tabs. Bulb 2. Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull maintenance it out. 3. Slightly press the bulb in and turn it counterclockwise.
  • Page 112 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ Left Front Turn Signal Bulb 1. Open the front box lid. P. 49 2. Remove the inner pocket by removing the Inner pocket Screw screw and clips. P. 72 3. Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull Bulb it out.
  • Page 113 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ Rear Turn Signal Bulb 1. Open the seat. P. 46 2. Remove the rear bulb maintenance lid by The right and left rear turn signal bulbs can removing the clips. P. 72 be removed in the same manner. 3.
  • Page 114 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb ❙ License Plate Light Bulb Bulb Screws License light plate Cover packing cover 1. Remove the screws, license light plate cover and cover packing. 2. Pull out the bulb without turning. 3. Install a new bulb and reinstall the parts in the reverse order of removal.

  • Page 115: Blown Fuse

    Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse Blown Fuse 1. Remove the centre lower cover. P. 70 2. Open the fuse box covers. Before handling fuses, see “Inspecting and 3. Pull the main fuse B and other fuses out Replacing Fuses.” P. 61 one by one with the fuse puller in the tool kit and check for a blown fuse.
  • Page 116 Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse ❙ Main fuse A 4. Reinstall the parts in the reverse order of removal. Wire connector Starter NOTICE magnetic switch If a fuse fails repeatedly, you likely have an electrical problem. Have your scooter inspected by your dealer. Main fuse A Spare main fuse...

  • Page 117: Information

    Information Keys............P. 114 ..P. 118 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Caring for Your Scooter......P. 119 Storing Your Scooter .......P. 122 Transporting Your Scooter ......P. 122 You & the Environment ......P. 123 Serial Numbers .........P. 124 Fuels Containing Alcohol......P. 125 Catalytic Converter ........P. 126...

  • Page 118: Keys

    Keys Keys Emergency Key The emergency key is used to unlock the ignition switch in for an emergency. P. 100 Do not store the emergency key in the centre compartment. Emergency key...
  • Page 119 The ID number of the Honda SMART Key is on ● Do not drop the Honda SMART Key or set the ID tag. You can also unlock the ignition heavy objects on them.
  • Page 120 Do not disassemble other parts. ● Do not lose your Honda SMART Key. If you lose it, you will need to register a new Honda SMART Key. See your dealer with your emergency key and ID tag for registration.
  • Page 121 Keys EU Directive This Honda SMART Key system complies with South Africa only Singapore only the RE (Radio Equipment) Directive (2014/53/ EU). Morocco only The declaration of conformity to RE Directive is provided to the owner at the time of purchase.

  • Page 122: 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 Tripmeter The headlight is always on when ignition switch The tripmeter A and B return to 0.0 when the is (On).

  • Page 123: Caring For Your Scooter

    Frequent cleaning and polishing is important to clean water and dry with a soft, clean cloth. ensure the life of your Honda. A clean scooter 4. After the scooter dries, lubricate any moving makes it easier to spot potential problems.
  • Page 124 Caring for Your Scooter ❙ ● Washing Precautions Do not direct water near the headlights: Follow these guidelines when washing: Any condensation inside the headlights ● Do not use high-pressure washers: should dissipate after a few minutes of High-pressure water cleaners can damage running the engine.
  • Page 125 Caring for Your Scooter ● Wash gently using a soft sponge and plenty Exhaust Pipe and Muffler of water. The exhaust pipe and muffler are stainless steel ● To remove stubborn stains, use diluted but may become stained by mud or dust. detergent and rinse thoroughly with plenty of water.

  • Page 126: Storing Your Scooter

    Storing Your Scooter Storing Your Scooter After removing your scooter from storage, inspect all maintenance items required by the If you store your scooter outdoors, you should Maintenance Schedule. consider using a full-body motorcycle cover. If you won’t be riding for an extended period, Transporting Your Scooter follow these guidelines: ●...

  • Page 127: You & The Environment

    You & the Environment You & the Environment Recycle Wastes Put oil and other toxic wastes in approved Owning and riding a scooter 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 128: Serial Numbers

    Serial Numbers Serial Numbers The frame and engine serial numbers uniquely identify your scooter and are required in order to register your scooter. They may also be required when ordering replacement parts. The frame number is stamped on the underside of the right side of the rear frame.

  • Page 129: Fuels Containing Alcohol

    Fuels Containing Alcohol Fuels Containing Alcohol The use of petrol containing more than 10% ethanol may: ● Some conventional fuels blended with alcohol Damage the painting of the fuel tank. ● are available in some locales to help reduce Damage the rubber tubes of the fuel line. ●...

  • Page 130: 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 131: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications ■ Main Components Displacement 279 cm (17.0 cu-in) Type NF05 Bore × stroke 72.0 × 68.6 mm (2.83 × 2.70 in) Overall length 2,130 mm (83.9 in) Compression ratio 10.5:1 Overall width 730 mm (28.7 in) Unleaded petrol Fuel Overall height 1,195 mm (47.0 in)
  • Page 132 After disassembly 0.26 Imp qt) Special Not Permitted Tyre category of Recommended Snow Not Permitted Honda DOT 4 Brake Fluid brake fluid Moped Not Permitted Cooling system Front 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi) 1.28 litres (1.35 US qt, 1.13 Imp qt)
  • Page 133 Specifications ■ ■ Bulbs Torque Specifications Headlights Oil filter 26 N·m (2.7 kgf·m, 19 lbf·ft) Position lights Engine oil drain bolt 25 N·m (2.5 kgf·m, 18 lbf·ft) Brake/Tail light Front turn signal lights 12V-21W × 2 Rear turn signal lights 12V-21W ×...

  • Page 134: Index

    Index Index Catalytic Converter ........126 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Centre Compartment ........48 Indicator..........26, 94 Clock ............21 Accessories ..........15 Colour Label..........59 Accessory Socket........51 Compartment Answer Back System........30 Document Bag........48, 118 Owner’s Manual .......48, 118 Tool Kit..........48, 68 Battery ..........
  • Page 135 Overheats ..........92 Honda SMART Key ........115 Starting............ 40 Honda SMART Key Battery ....... 88 Stop Switch..........28 Honda SMART Key Indicator ....27, 96 Environment..........123 Honda SMART Key System......32 Horn Button..........28 Flooded Engine ......... 41 Frame Number ........
  • Page 136 Labels ............6 Parking ............13 Load Limits..........16 Parts Location ..........18 Loading Guidelines ........16 Passing Light Control Switch.....28 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ....26, 93 Petrol ..........14, 44, 127 PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)...93 Maintenance Protective Apparel........11 Fundamentals...........
  • Page 137 Tripmeter ..........118 Safety Precautions ........11 Troubleshooting........90 Seat ............46 Turn Signal Indicators ....... 27 Serial Numbers ........124 Tyres Side Stand..........84 Air Pressure ........64, 128 Side Stand Ignition Cut-off System..40, 84 Puncture..........103 Specifications .......... 127 Replacing .........
  • Page 139 32K53L02 XXX.XXXX.XX.X 00X32-K53-L020 PRINTED IN THE UK...

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