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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL REBEL...
  • 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 The following codes in this manual ● Honda motorcycle. Your selection of a indicate each country. Honda makes you part of a worldwide family The illustrations here in are based on the ● of satisfied customers who appreciate CMX500A ED type.
  • Page 4 A Few Words About Safety DANGER Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. Operating this motorcycle safely is You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY an 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 Motorcycle Safety P. 2 Operation Guide P. 18 Maintenance P. 38 Troubleshooting P. 83 Information P. 102 Specifications P. 114 Index P. 117...

  • Page 6: Motorcycle Safety

    Motorcycle Safety This section contains important information for safe riding of your motorcycle. 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 motorcycle 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 motorcycle 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 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 except U type 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 U type ACCESSORIES AND LOADING WARNING LABEL WARNING ACCESSORIES AND LOADING • The safety stability and handling of this motorcycle may be affected by the addition of accessories and luggage.
  • Page 14 Image Labels TYRE INFORMATION & DRIVE CHAIN LABEL Cold tyre pressure: [Driver only] Front 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi) Rear 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi) [Driver and passenger] Front 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi) Rear 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi)

  • 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 ● ● handlebar and feet on the footpegs. or other approved eye protection. 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, follow these guidelines to ensure your Sturdy boots with non-slip soles and ankle motorcycle'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 motorcycle Park on a firm, level surface. ● down 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 motorcycle 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 motorcycle 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 motorcycle by Honda or make Follow all instructions in this owner's modifications to your motorcycle from its manual regarding accessories and original design.

  • Page 21: Loading

    Loading Loading WARNING Overloading or improper loading can Carrying extra weight affects your ● cause a crash and you can be seriously motorcycle's 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.99) Fuel fill cap (P.34) Throttle grip (P.79) Front brake fluid reservoir (P.67) Front brake lever Side cover (P.60) Steering lock (P.30) Engine oil fill cap (P.61) Rear brake pedal Engine oil filter (P.63) Engine oil level inspection window (P.61) Engine oil drain bolt...
  • Page 23 Clutch lever (P.76) Ignition switch (P.29) Main fuse (P.100) Battery (P.56) Document bag (P.36) Tool kit (P.35) Seat (P.59) Data link connector Rear suspension spring preload adjuster (P.82) Drive chain (P.71) Coolant reserve tank (P.65) Side stand (P.70) Crankcase breather (P.80) Shift lever (P.33)
  • Page 24 Instruments SEL button Display Check When the ignition switch is turned to the (On) position, all the mode and digital segments 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.23) Odometer [TOTAL], Tripmeter [TRIP A/B] Speedometer SEL button selects the odometer, tripmeter A and tripmeter B. • Odometer: Total distance ridden. • Tripmeter: Distance ridden since tripmeter was reset. To reset the tripmeter A or B, press and hold SEL button with each tripmeter displayed.
  • Page 26 Instruments (Continued) Display Setting Ordinary display Following items can be changed sequentially. • Time format setting Setting Mode • Clock setting Time format setting • Backlight brightness adjustment • Changing of speed and ED, E type Clock setting mileage unit Backlight brightness adjustment ED, E type Changing of speed and mileage unit...
  • Page 27 1 Time format setting: 2 Clock setting: You can switch the time format between 12 Press SEL button until the desired hour is displayed. hour format or 24 hour format. Turn the ignition switch to the (On) position. Press SEL button to select the odometer. Press and hold SEL button.
  • Page 28 Instruments (Continued) 3 Backlight brightness adjustment: 4 Changing of speed and mileage unit: You can adjust the brightness to one of five ED, E type levels. Press SEL button to select either “km/h” and “km” or “mph” and “mile”. Press SEL button. The brightness is switched. Press and hold SEL button.
  • Page 29 Indicators If one of these indicators does not come on when it should, have your dealer check for problems. PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) Comes on briefly when the ignition switch is turned to the (On) position with the engine stop switch in (Run) position.
  • Page 30 Indicators (Continued) High beam indicator 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). If it comes on while riding: (P.87) Neutral indicator Comes on when the transmission is in Neutral.
  • Page 32 Switches Engine stop switch Should normally remain in the (Run) position. In an emergency, switch to the (Off) position (the starter motor will not operate) to stop the engine. Hazard switch Switchable when the ignition switch is in the ON position. Can be turned to off Turn signal switch regardless of the ignition switch position.
  • Page 33 Ignition switch Switches the electrical system on/off. Key can be removed when in the (Off) position. ED, E type U 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 34 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 An U-shaped wheel lock or similar device is degrees clockwise.
  • Page 35 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 36 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 button for 5 seconds. (0.1 in), without freeplay) while starting the Repeat the normal starting procedure.
  • Page 37 Shifting Gears Your motorcycle transmission has 6 forward gears in a one-down, five-up shift pattern. If you put the motorcycle in gear with the side stand down, the engine will shut off.
  • Page 38 Refuelling Opening the Fuel Fill Cap Ignition key Lock cover Open the lock cover, insert the ignition key, Level plate and turn it clockwise to open the fuel fill cap. Closing the Fuel Fill Cap After refuelling, push the fuel fill cap closed until it locks.
  • Page 39 Storage Equipment Tool Kit The tool kit is stored on the underside of the The 5 mm Hex wrench is stored behind the seat. right side cover. Store the tool kit with the document bag, and To remove the 5 mm Hex wrench, loosen the secure them with the rubber strap.
  • Page 40 Storage Equipment (Continued) The screwdriver handle and fuse puller are Document Bag stored on the battery cover under the seat. The document bag for the owner's manual is stored on the underside of the seat. Screwdriver handle Store the document bag onto the tool kit, and secure them with the rubber strap.
  • Page 41 The document bag for the other documents is stored in the battery box under the seat. Document bag Removing the Seat (P.59)

  • Page 42: 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. 39 Clutch ..............P. 76 Maintenance Schedule........P. 40 Throttle ..............P. 79 Maintenance Fundamentals ......P. 43 Crankcase Breather ...........

  • Page 43: Importance Of Maintenance

    Importance of Maintenance Importance of Maintenance Maintenance Safety Keeping your motorcycle 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 44: Maintenance Schedule

    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 motorcycle after each periodic requirements. Keep an accurate record of maintenance is carried out.
  • Page 45 Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace, if necessary) dealer, unless you have the necessary tools and are Replace mechanically skilled. Lubricate Procedures are provided in an official Honda Shop Clean Manual. : Technical. In the interest of safety, have your motorcycle serviced by your dealer.
  • Page 46 Maintenance Schedule Frequency Pre-ride Annual Regular Refer to Items Check × 1,000 km Check Replace page P. 43 × 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 47: 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. 67, P. 68 perform a pre-ride inspection and make sure Lights and horn - Check that lights, ●...
  • Page 48 Maintenance Fundamentals WARNING Replacing Parts Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their Installing non-Honda parts may make equivalents to ensure reliability and safety. your motorcycle unsafe and cause a When ordering coloured components, specify crash in which you can be seriously hurt the model name, colour, and code mentioned or killed.
  • Page 49 Maintenance Fundamentals WARNING Battery Your motorcycle has a maintenance-free type The battery gives off explosive battery. You do not have to check the battery hydrogen gas during normal operation. electrolyte level or add distilled water. Clean the battery terminals if they become dirty or A spark or flame can cause the battery corroded.
  • Page 50 The battery has a limited life span. Consult your dealer about when you should replace the battery. 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 damaging the system.
  • Page 51 Selecting the Engine Oil For recommended engine oil, see “Specifications.” P. 115 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 : MA ●...
  • Page 52 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 53 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 54 Maintenance Fundamentals Recommended Coolant Pro Honda HP Coolant is a pre-mixed solution of antifreeze and distilled water. Concentration: 50% antifreeze and 50% distilled water A concentration of antifreeze below 40% will Do not use a steam cleaner, a high pressure...
  • Page 55 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 motorcycle 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 56 Maintenance Fundamentals WARNING Inspecting Tread Depth 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 57 ● of the same size, construction, speed rating, and load range. 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 58 Maintenance Fundamentals Air Cleaner This motorcycle 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 59: Tool Kit

    Tool Kit The tool kit is stored underside of the seat. P. 59 You can perform some roadside repairs, minor adjustments and parts replacement with the tools contained in the kit. Standard/Phillips screwdriver ● 10 x 14 mm Open end wrench ●...

  • Page 60: Removing & Installing Body Components

    Removing & Installing Body Components Battery Data link connector Removal Connector holder Make sure the ignition switch is in the Clip (Off) position. Wire Remove the seat. P. 59 Clip harnesses Remove the data link connector while pressing the tab from the battery cover. Remove the connector holder from the battery cover.
  • Page 61 Removing & Installing Body Components Battery Installation Disconnect the positive + terminal from the battery. Install the parts in the reverse order of Remove the battery taking care not to removal. Always connect the positive + drop the terminal nuts. terminal first.

  • Page 62: 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 63: 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 5 mm Hex wrench provided in the tool kit. P. 55 Pull the seat back and up. Installation Insert the tab into the recess.

  • Page 64: 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 65: 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 motorcycle in an upright window Upper level...
  • Page 66 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 67 Sealing washer Changing the oil and filter requires special tools. We recommend that you have your motorcycle 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 68 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 69: Coolant

    Coolant Checking the Coolant Reserve tank Check the coolant level in the reserve tank while the engine is cold. Place your motorcycle on a firm, level UPPER level surface. Hold your motorcycle in an upright position. Check that the coolant level is between LOWER level the UPPER level and LOWER level marks in the reserve tank.
  • Page 70 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 71: 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 motorcycle in an upright inspect the brake pads for wear. position on a firm, level surface. If the brake pads are not worn, you most Check that the brake fluid reservoir is likely have a leak.
  • Page 72 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 motorcycle. indicators. If necessary have the pads replaced by your The pads need to be replaced if a brake pad dealer.
  • Page 73 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 74: Side Stand

    Side Stand Checking the Side Stand Sit on the motorcycle, put the transmission in 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 75: 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 76 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 Wheel speed careful not to damage the wheel speed Lock nut sensor sensor and pulser ring.
  • Page 77 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 78 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 79 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 80: 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 81 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 82 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 83: 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 motorcycle inspected by your dealer.

  • Page 84: Crankcase Breather

    Crankcase Breather Cleaning the Crankcase Breather Place a suitable container under the crankcase breather tube. 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 85: Other Adjustments

    Other Adjustments Adjusting the Headlight Aim You can adjust vertical aim of the headlight for proper alignment. Turn the screw in or out as necessary using a Phillips screwdriver provided in the tool kit ( P. 55). Obey local laws and regulations. Screw Raise Lower...

  • Page 86: Adjusting The Rear Suspension

    Other Adjustments Adjusting the Rear Suspension Adjusting the Rear Suspension 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 1 2 3 4 5 provided in the tool kit ( P.

  • Page 87: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Engine Will Not Start........P. 84 Blown Fuse ............P. 99 Overheating (High coolant temperature indicator is on) ..........P. 85 Warning Indicators On or Flashing....P. 86 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ........ P. 86 PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)....

  • Page 88: 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. 31 sequence.

  • Page 89: 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 motorcycle to your dealer. ● comes on.

  • Page 90: Warning Indicators On Or Flashing

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

  • Page 91: 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 your motorcycle is lifted off...

  • Page 92: 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 93: Tyre Puncture

    Tyre Puncture WARNING Repairing a puncture or removing a wheel requires special tools and technical expertise. Riding your motorcycle with a We recommend you have this type of service temporary tyre repair can be risky. If the performed by your dealer. temporary repair fails, you can crash After an emergency repair, always have the and be seriously injured or killed.
  • Page 94 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 motorcycle securely and sensor and pulser ring. raise the front wheel off the ground using a maintenance stand or a hoist.
  • Page 95 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 96 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 97 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 motorcycle securely and Wheel speed raise the rear wheel off the ground using Lock nut sensor a maintenance stand or a hoist.
  • Page 98 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels Remove the rear axle shaft, chain NOTICE adjusting plates, brake caliper bracket, When installing a wheel or caliper into original position, carefully fit the brake disc between the rear wheel and side collars. 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 99 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels Adjust the drive chain. P. 72 Recheck the drive chain slack and rear Hold the adjusting bolts and tighten the axle alignment. P. 71 lock nuts. After installing the wheel, apply the brake To hold the adjusting bolt, use the pedal several times, then check if the 5 mm Hex wrench provided in the tool wheel rotates freely.

  • Page 100: 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 motorcycle Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. before charging.
  • Page 101 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb Headlight Bulb Unhook the pin and remove the bulb. Remove the bolts from the headlight Bulb TOP mark case. Dust cover Release the headlight case from the hook on the headlight holder, and pull up the headlight case.
  • Page 102 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb Brakelight/Taillight Bulb Front/Rear Turn Signal Bulb Bulb Taillight lens Turn signal Lens packing lens Screws Collar Bulb Remove the taillight lens by removing the Screw screws. Remove the screw and collar. Slightly press the bulb in and turn it Remove the turn signal lens.

  • Page 103: 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. 46 Cover Fuse puller Fuse Box Fuses Remove the battery cover. P. 56 Open the fuse box covers.
  • Page 104 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. 60 Remove the starter magnetic switch from the air cleaner housing cover, then disconnect the wire connector of the starter magnetic switch.
  • Page 105 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 106: Information

    Information Keys..............P. 103 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features... P. 104 Caring for Your Motorcycle ......P. 105 Storing Your Motorcycle ....... P. 108 Transporting Your Motorcycle..... P. 109 You & the Environment ......... P. 110 Serial Numbers ..........P. 111 Fuels Containing Alcohol ......

  • Page 107: Keys

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

  • Page 108: Instruments, Controls, & Other Features

    Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Instruments, Controls, & Tripmeter Other Features The tripmeter A and B return to 0.0 when each read-out exceeds 9,999.9. Ignition Switch Leaving the ignition switch in the (On) position Document Bag with the engine stopped will drain the battery. The owner’s manual, registration, and insurance information can be stored in the plastic Do not turn the key while riding.

  • Page 109: Caring For Your Motorcycle

    Frequent cleaning and polishing is important to clean cloth. ensure the life of your Honda. A clean motorcycle After the motorcycle dries, lubricate any makes it easier to spot potential problems.
  • Page 110 Caring for Your Motorcycle Washing Precautions Do not direct water at the air cleaner: ● 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 111 Caring for Your Motorcycle 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 112: Storing Your Motorcycle

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

  • Page 113: Transporting Your Motorcycle

    Transporting Your Motorcycle Transporting Your Motorcycle If your motorcycle 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 motorcycle with a wheel or wheels on the ground.

  • Page 114: You & The Environment

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

  • Page 115: Serial Numbers

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

  • Page 116: 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 117: 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 118: Specifications

    Specifications Main Components ■ YTZ8V Battery Overall length 2,190 mm (86.2 in) 12 V-7 Ah (10 HR) / 7.4 Ah (20 HR) Overall width 820 mm (32.3 in) 3.285 Overall height 1,090 mm (42.9 in) 2.105 Wheelbase 1,490 mm (58.7 in) 1.600 Gear ratio Minimum ground...
  • Page 119 0.80 - 0.90 mm (0.031 - 0.035 in) DID 520VF or RK 520KLO2 Idle speed 1,200 ± 100 rpm Standard drive chain No. of links Honda 4-stroke motorcycle oil, API Service Classification SG or higher, excluding oils Drive Recommended marked as “Energy Conserving” or sprocket Standard sprocket engine oil “Resource Conserving,”...
  • Page 120 Specifications Bulbs Torque Specifications ■ ■ Headlight 12 V-60/55 W Engine oil drain bolt 30 N·m (3.1 kgf·m, 22 lbf·ft) Brakelight/Taillight 12 V-21/5 W Oil filter 26 N·m (2.7 kgf·m, 19 lbf·ft) Front turn signal light 12 V-21/5 W x 2 Drive chain adjusting lock nut 21 N·m (2.1 kgf·m, 15 lbf·ft) Rear turn signal light 12 V-21 W x 2...

  • Page 121: Index

    Index Clutch ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)....... 13 Freeplay..............77 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) System ..............76 Indicator ............ 26, 87 Colour Label............44 Accessories ............16 Coolant............... 65 Air Cleaner............54 Crankcase Breather ......... 80 Crash ..............5 Battery............45, 56 Brakelight Switch..........
  • Page 122 Environment ........... 110 Horn Button ............28 Equipment Owner’s Manual ..........36 Tool Kit..............35 Ignition Cut-off System Banking Sensor.......... 70, 104 Side Stand............70 Flooded Engine ..........31 Ignition Key............. 103 Frame Number ..........111 Ignition Switch ......... 29, 104 Fuel Image Labels ............
  • Page 123 Protective Apparel........... 11 Maintenance Fundamentals ............. 43 Importance ............39 Rear Suspension..........82 Safety ..............39 Recommended Schedule............... 40 Coolant ..............50 Maximum Weight Limit ......... 17 Engine Oil............47, 61 Modifications............ 16 Fuel ................ 34 Refuelling............34 Removal Neutral Indicator ........25, 26 Battery..............
  • Page 124 Side Stand............70 Puncture ............... 89 Side Stand Ignition Cut-off System .... 70 Replacing............51, 89 Specifications..........114 Speedometer ............ 21 Start Button............28 Warning Indicators On or Flashing ..... 86 Starting the Engine ......... 31 Washing Your Motorcycle......105 Steering Lock ............
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