Fuel - Honda CRF230F 2017 Owner's Manual

CRF230F
(5)
(A)
(B)
5. Start the engine, pull in the clutch lever and shift
into gear. Make sure the engine does not stall
and the motorcycle does not creep. Gradually
release the clutch lever and open the throttle. The
motorcycle should begin to move smoothly and
accelerate gradually.
If proper adjustment cannot be obtained or the clutch
does not work correctly, see your Honda dealer.
Other checks
Check the clutch cable for kinks or signs of wear that
could cause sticking or failure.
Lubricate the clutch cable with a commercially
available cable lubricant to prevent premature wear
and corrosion.
(5) Lock nut
(6) Adjusting nut
(A) Increase free
play
(6)
(B) Decrease free
play

Fuel

Fuel Valve
The three way fuel valve (1) is on the left side below
the fuel tank.
ON
With the fuel valve in the ON position, fuel will flow
from the main fuel supply to the carburetor.
OFF
With the fuel valve in the OFF position, fuel cannot
flow from the tank to the carburetor. Turn the valve
OFF whenever the motorcycle is not in use.
RES
With the fuel valve in the RES position, fuel will flow
from the reserve fuel supply to the carburetor. Use the
reserve fuel only when the main supply is gone. Refill
the tank as soon as possible after switching to RES.
The reserve fuel supply is:
1.6 liters (0.42 US gal, 0.35 Imp gal)
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