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  • Page 1 NSS250A...
  • 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 Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of a new The illustrations here in are based on the ● Honda vehicle. Your selection of a Honda NSS250A MA type. makes you part of a worldwide family of 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 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. 76 Troubleshooting P. 107 Information P. 128 Specifications P. 143...

  • 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. 6 Safety Precautions..........P. 10 Riding Precautions ..........P. 11 Accessories & Modifications......P. 16 Loading ..............

  • Page 7: Safety Guidelines

    Safety Guidelines Safety Guidelines Instruct your passenger on holding onto the grab rails or your waist, leaning with you in Follow these guidelines to enhance your safety: turns, and keeping their feet on the footpegs, Perform all routine and regular inspections even when the vehicle is stopped.
  • 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 vehicle properly by wearing bright reflective clothing, positioning maintained and in safe riding condition. yourself so other drivers can see you, signaling...
  • Page 9 Safety Guidelines If you decide to continue riding, first turn the Never run your vehicle inside a garage or other ignition switch to the (Off) position, and enclosure. evaluate the condition of your vehicle. Inspect WARNING for fluid leaks, check the tightness of critical nuts Running the engine of your vehicle and bolts, and check the handlebar, control levers, brakes, and wheels.

  • Page 10: 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 information. Read this information carefully Read instructions contained in Shop Manual and don't remove the labels.
  • Page 11 Image Labels TYRE INFORMATION LABEL Malaysia Cold tyre pressure: [Driver only] Front 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi) Rear 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm , 33 psi) [Driver and passenger] Front 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi) Rear 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm , 33 psi) Continued...
  • Page 12 Image Labels TYRE INFORMATION & CARGO LIMIT LABEL Indonesia For your protection, always wear helmet, protective apparel. Cold tyre pressure: [Driver only] Front 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi) Rear 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm , 33 psi) [Driver and passenger] Front 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi)
  • Page 13 Image Labels SAFETY REMINDER LABEL Malaysia SAFETY REMINDER LABEL For your protection, always wear helmet, protective apparel. FUEL LABEL Unleaded petrol only ETHANOL up to 10 % by volume Indonesia SAFETY REMINDER LABEL For your protection, always wear helmet, protective apparel. FUEL LABEL Unleaded petrol only ETHANOL up to 10 % by volume...

  • Page 14: 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 step board. Not wearing a helmet increases the Keep passenger's hands onto the grab rails ●...

  • Page 15: Riding Precautions

    Riding Precautions Riding Precautions Brakes Observe the following guidelines: Running-in Period Avoid excessively hard braking. ● Sudden braking can reduce the vehicle's During the first 500 km (300 miles) of running, stability. follow these guidelines to ensure your vehicle's Where possible, reduce speed before future reliability and performance.
  • Page 16 ABS operation. the handlebar, lock the ignition switch P. 47) and leave your vehicle while taking the Honda SMART Key with you. Deactivate Wet or Rainy Conditions the Honda SMART Key system if necessary. Road surfaces are slippery when wet, and wet P.
  • Page 17 Riding Precautions Parking with the Side Stand or Centre Left handle grip Stand Centre stand Left grab rail Stop the engine. Using the side stand Push the side stand down. Slowly lean the vehicle to the left until its weight rests on the side stand. Using the centre stand To lower the centre stand, stand on the left side of the vehicle.
  • Page 18 Riding Precautions Refuelling and Fuel Guidelines Follow these guidelines to protect the engine, fuel system and catalytic converter: Use only unleaded petrol. ● Use recommended octane number. Using ● lower octane petrol will result in decreased engine performance. Do not use fuels containing a high ●...
  • Page 19 Torque Control does not work during Always use the recommended tyres and the deceleration and will not prevent the rear wheel Honda Genuine Parts for drive system such as from skidding due to engine braking. Do not the drive belt and weight rollers, to ensure close the throttle suddenly, especially when correct Torque Control operation.

  • 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 Luggage box (P.73) Document bag (P.74) Seat (P.71) Windscreen (P.104) Throttle grip (P.102) Front brake fluid reservoir (P.99) Front brake lever Emergency seat opener (P.117) Fuel fill cap (P.67) Coolant reserve tank (P.96) Engine oil fill cap/dipstick (P.94) Rear suspension spring preload adjuster (P.103)
  • Page 23 Rear brake fluid reservoir (P.99) Rear brake lever Helmet holder (P.72) Tool kit (P.90) Battery (P.91) Main fuse (P.125) Fuse boxes (P.124) EM mode connector (P.119) Rear suspension spring preload adjuster (P.103) Side stand (P.101) Centre stand (P.13) Glove box (P.75) USB socket (P.69)
  • Page 24 Instruments Tachometer NOTICE Do not operate the engine in the tachometer red zone. Excessive engine speed can adversely affect engine life. Speedometer Tachometer red zone (excessive engine rpm range) button INFO A button INFO B Display Check When the ignition switch is turned to the (On) position, the speedometer and tachometer needles swing to the maximum scale on the dial once, all the mode and digital segments will show.
  • Page 25 Fuel gauge Clock (P.27) Clock setting: (P.32) Coolant temperature Oil change indicator gauge (P.28) (P.27) Maintenance indicator (P.29) Tripmeter [TRIP A/B] Average fuel mileage [AVG CONS.] (P.23) (P.24) Elapsed time [ELAPSED] (P.25) Air temperature gauge Battery voltage meter (P.27) [AIR TEMP.] (P.27) Odometer [TOTAL] (P.23)
  • Page 26 Instruments (Continued) Switching the Display button switches between the tripmeter A and tripmeter B. Also button INFO A INFO A switches between the average fuel mileage and elapsed time. Tripmeter A Tripmeter A Tripmeter B Tripmeter B Tripmeter A Tripmeter A Tripmeter B Tripmeter B average fuel...
  • Page 27 Odometer Current fuel mileage Total distance ridden. Displays the current or instant fuel mileage. When “------” is displayed, go to your dealer Display range: 0.0 to 299.9 km/L for service. When your speed is less than about 5 ● km/h (3 mph): “---.-” is displayed. If the calculated value is 299.9 km/L or ●...
  • Page 28 Instruments (Continued) When the tripmeter A or B is reset: “---.-” Average fuel mileage ● is displayed. Displays the average fuel mileage since the If the calculated value is 299.9 km/L or selected tripmeter was reset. ● more: “299.9 km/L” is displayed. The average fuel mileage will be calculated If the calculated value is less than 0.1 based on value displayed on the tripmeter (A...
  • Page 29 Elapsed time Available driving distance Displays the elapsed time during the engine Displays the estimated distance you can running since the selected tripmeter was travel on the remaining fuel. The indicated reset. available driving distance is calculated based Display range: 00:00 to 199:59 on the driving conditions, and the indicated (hours:minutes) figure may not always be the actual available...
  • Page 30 Instruments (Continued) To reset tripmeter B, average fuel mileage To reset the tripmeter,average fuel and elapsed time (these are based on mileage and elapsed time tripmeter B) together, press and hold the To reset tripmeter A, average fuel mileage button while tripmeter B is displayed. INFO A and elapsed time (these are based on tripmeter A) together, press and hold the...
  • Page 31 Coolant temperature gauge Air temperature gauge When the coolant is over specified Shows ambient temperature. temperature, the segment H flashes and high Display range: −10 to 50°C coolant temperature indicator comes on. Below −10°C: “---” is displayed ● If it comes on while riding: Above 50°C: 50°C flashes ●...
  • Page 32 Instruments (Continued) If the oil is changed before the oil change Oil change indicator indicator comes on, be sure to reset the oil The indicator is turned on whenever the change indicator after changing the oil. running distance reaches the programmed oil change interval.
  • Page 33 If the periodic maintenance is performed Maintenance indicator before the maintenance indicator comes on, The indicator is turned on whenever the be sure to reset the maintenance indicator running distance reaches the programmed after performing the periodic maintenance. maintenance interval. When the maintenance indicator is appeared, To reset the maintenance indicator reset the indicator after performing the...
  • Page 34 Instruments (Continued) To check the remaining distance To reset the oil change indicator and maintenance indicator You can check the remaining distance to next interval of the oil change and maintenance. Press and hold the button and INFO A button while turning the ignition When the button and button...
  • Page 35 Press the button. Press the button. INFO B INFO B The oil change indicator and remaining The maintenance indicator and remaining distance are reset, then the maintenance distance are reset, then the display will indicator and remaining distance start return to the ordinary display after next flashing after next interval of the oil interval of the maintenance is appeared change is appeared briefly.
  • Page 36 Instruments (Continued) Display Setting If the ignition switch is turned to the (Off) position or the button is not pressed for Following items to change sequentially. about 30 seconds, the control is • Time format setting automatically switched from the setting •...
  • Page 37 1 Time format setting: 2 Clock setting: You can switch the time format between 12 Press the button until the desired INFO A hour is displayed. hour format or 24 hour format. Press and hold the button to Turn the ignition switch to (On) position. INFO A advance the hour fast.
  • Page 38 Instruments (Continued) Press the button. The clock is set, 3 Backlight brightness adjustment: INFO B and then the display moves to the backlight You can adjust the brightness to one of five brightness adjustment. levels. Press the button. The brightness is INFO A switched.
  • Page 39 If one of these indicators does not come on when it should, have your dealer check for problems. Honda SMART Key Indicator Comes on when vehicle and Honda SMART Key verification is complete, and the ignition switch can be operated.
  • Page 40 Indicators (Continued) Left turn signal Torque Control indicator Comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the (On) indicator ● position. Goes off when your speed reaches approximately 3 km/h (2 mph) to indicate Torque Control is ready to work. Blinks when Torque Control is operating.
  • Page 42 Switches Torque Control switch Press and hold to turn the Torque Control on and off. (P.59) Hazard switch Switchable when the ignition switch is in the Headlight dimmer switch/ (On) position. Passing light control switch • : High beam • : Low beam Start button : Flashes the high...
  • Page 43 Windscreen adjusting switch Push up or down to adjust the windscreen height. (P.104) Ignition switch (On) Switches the electrical system on/off, locks Turns electrical system on the steering and glove box, and operates for starting/riding. the fuel lid and seat opener switch. SEAT FUEL To unlock the ignition switch: Operates the fuel lid and...
  • Page 44 Switches (Continued) Steering Lock Locking Turn the handlebar all the way to the left or Lock the steering when parking to help right. prevent theft. Push the ignition switch down, and turn it to A U-shaped wheel lock or similar device is (Lock) position.
  • Page 45 The system runs a two-way authentication between the vehicle and the Honda SMART Key to verify if it is the registered Honda SMART Key. The Honda SMART Key system uses low- intensity radio waves. It may affect medical equipment such as a cardiac pacemaker.
  • Page 46 (Continued) Switching the Honda SMART Key System To switch the Honda SMART Key system to activation or deactivation Press the ON/OFF button until the Honda SMART Key LED changes colour. To check the Honda SMART Key ON/OFF button system status Lightly press the ON/OFF button.
  • Page 47 The Honda SMART Key system uses low- intensity radio waves. Therefore, the operating range may be wider or narrower, or the Honda SMART Key system may not work properly in the following situations: When the Honda SMART Key battery is ●...
  • Page 48 (Continued) Anyone can unlock the ignition switch and When the ignition switch is locked: start the engine if your Honda SMART Key is The system can be operated within the within operating range of your vehicle, even shaded area shown in the illustration.
  • Page 49 ● You should always keep the Honda SMART Key on your person after you get on and off the vehicle or while riding. Do not place the Honda SMART Key in any compartment. Continued...
  • Page 50 When the Honda SMART Key system Switching the ignition switch does not work properly (P.115) To Unlock the Ignition Switch Make sure that the Honda SMART Key is If someone without the Honda SMART Key activated. (P.42) tries to turn the ignition switch, the ignition To authenticate the Honda SMART Key switch rotates freely.
  • Page 51 Switch the Honda SMART Key system ● to inactive. (P.42) Make sure that the Honda SMART Key indicator and ignition switch ring go off, the turn signals flash once, and the buzzer rings 1 time. This indicates that the ignition switch is locked.
  • Page 52 Ignition Switch is Locked/Unlocked you leave your vehicle. Enable When the ignition switch is locked in the Deactivate the Honda SMART Key system. SEAT FUEL position, the ignition switch can (P.42) Lightly press the ON/OFF button. The red be turned (Off) only once.
  • Page 53 Anti-theft Alarm System The anti-theft alarm system is a device to reduce the likelihood of theft. When the sensor detects vibration or movement with the ignition switch in the (Off) or (Lock) position and the system is set, the alarm is activated.
  • Page 54 Anti-theft Alarm System (Continued) If the ignition switch is left the (Off) or Setting the Anti-theft Alarm System (Lock) position for more than 10 days,the Turn the ignition switch to (Off) or anti-theft alarm system will no longer (Lock) position. operate.
  • Page 55 System Activation To cancel the anti-theft alarm system, press To stop the anti-theft alarm activation, do the alarm button on the Honda SMART Key one of the following: or unlock the ignition switch. Press the alarm button on the Honda ●...
  • Page 56 Push the ignition switch 1 time. Adjusting the Sensitivity of Anti-theft Repeat the following 3 times: Alarm System Press the alarm button on the Honda You can select from 3 sensitivity levels for the SMART Key 2 times and the ignition anti-theft alarm system.
  • Page 57 ) in the vehicle is discharged or (P.91) 1 alarm ring: low sensitivity there is a system problem. Remove the The Honda SMART Key indicator and battery and see your dealer. ignition switch ring come on while setting. Wait for about 10 seconds until the ignition The alarm does not ring.
  • Page 58 Answer back the location of your vehicle. When the button immobilizer is active and you press the answer back button on the Honda SMART Key with the ignition switch in the (Off) or (Lock) position, the turn signals light, the...
  • Page 59 Operation Adjusting the Answer Back Buzzer Sound Volume Level Press the answer back button on the Honda SMART Key. You can select 3 buzzer sound volume levels. The answer back system will not function Make sure that the Honda SMART Key when the ignition switch is (On) position.
  • Page 60 Push the ignition switch 1 time. Press the answer back button to select from Repeat the following 3 times: 3 levels for the sound volume. The Honda Press the answer back button on the SMART Key indicator and ignition switch ring come on while setting.
  • Page 61 Repeat the following 3 times: Sound Pattern Press the answer back button on the You can select 3 buzzer sound patterns. Honda SMART Key 3 times and the Make sure that the Honda SMART Key ignition switch 1 time. system is active.
  • Page 62 The sound pattern Press and hold the answer back button for is set. about 2 seconds, the Honda SMART Key LED Remove the EM mode coupler from the EM changes to red. mode connector to finish setting.
  • Page 63 Honda selectable torque control Torque Control level (engine power control) Torque Control on and off can be selected or turned on/off. Torque Control can be turned on and off by Do not operate the Torque Control switch pressing and holding the Torque Control while riding.
  • Page 64 • Snapping the throttle or fast idling for more This vehicle is equipped with a Honda than about 5 minutes may cause exhaust pipe SMART Key system. Always keep Honda discolouration.
  • Page 65 Place the vehicle on its centre stand. Squeeze the rear brake lever. Make sure the engine stop switch is in the The starter motor will only work when (Run) position. the rear brake lever is squeezed and the Turn the ignition switch to the (On) side stand is up.
  • Page 66 Starting the Engine (Continued) If you cannot start the engine: If the engine does not start: Place the vehicle on its centre stand and Open the throttle fully and press the start squeeze the rear brake lever. button for 5 seconds. With the throttle slightly open (about 3 mm, Repeat the normal starting procedure.
  • Page 67 Riding Starting the Vehicle Acceleration and deceleration To accelerate: Open the throttle slowly. Push the vehicle forward off the centre stand. To decelerate: Close the throttle. Squeeze the rear brake lever. Open (Accelerate) Keep throttle closed. Close (Decelerate) Make sure the side stand and centre stand are up.
  • Page 68 Riding (Continued) Braking Close the throttle and apply the front and rear brake levers together. NOTICE To prevent clutch damage, do not use the throttle to keep the vehicle stopped at up hill. Rear brake lever Front brake lever...
  • Page 69 Emergency Stop Signal Emergency stop signal activates when the The emergency stop signal stops operating system detects hard braking about 50 km/h when: (30 mph) or above to alert drivers behind You release the brakes. ● you about sudden braking by rapidly flashing The ABS is deactivated.
  • Page 70 Emergency Stop Signal (Continued) 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 71 Refuelling Fuel type: Unleaded petrol only Opening the Fuel Fill Cap Fuel octane number: Your vehicle is Turn the ignition switch to the position of SEAT FUEL. designed to use Research Octane Number To unlock the ignition switch (RON) 90 or higher. (P.46) Push the FUEL side of the fuel lid and seat Tank capacity: 11.7 L (3.09 US gal, 2.57 Imp...
  • Page 72 Refuelling (Continued) Turn the fuel fill cap counterclockwise and Closing the Fuel Fill Cap remove the fuel fill cap. Install and tighten the fuel fill cap firmly by turning it clockwise. Fuel fill Arrow marks Make sure that the arrow marks on the fuel fill cap and fuel tank are aligned.
  • Page 73 Use USB devices at your own risk. In no event Open the glove box lid. (P.75) Open the cover to access the USB socket. shall Honda be liable for any damage to your USB device when in use. USB socket Cover Only USB devices within the following specifications can be connected.
  • Page 74 USB Socket (Continued) To prevent the battery from becoming weak NOTICE (or dead), keep the engine running while • Using any heat-generating USB devices or drawing current from the USB socket. improperly rated USB devices can damage the USB socket. To prevent entry of foreign matter into the •...
  • Page 75 Storage Equipment Seat Open Seat Turn the handlebar pointed straight ahead. Turn the ignition switch to the position of SEAT FUEL. To unlock the ignition switch (P.46) Push the SEAT side of the fuel lid and seat opener switch. Open the seat. Seat Close Close and push down on the rear of the seat Ignition...
  • Page 76 Storage Equipment (Continued) Helmet Holder Use the helmet holder only when parked. The helmet holder is located under the seat. Opening the seat (P.71) A helmet set wire is in the tool kit. Helmet holder WARNING Riding with a helmet attached to the holder can interfere with your ability to safely operate the vehicle and could lead to a crash in which you can be...
  • Page 77 Luggage Box Depending on the position of the partition The position of the partition board can be board, one or two helmets can be stored. changed according to the cargo in stored. Position of the partition board can be changed into four places as shown. Partition Partition Make sure the direction of the helmet is...
  • Page 78 Storage Equipment (Continued) Tool Kit/Document Bag Document bag The tool kit is located in the left side of the luggage box. Tool kit The document bag is located in the underside of the seat. Opening the seat (P.71) Rubber strap...
  • Page 79 Glove Box Open The glove box will be locked in conjunction Push the upper of the lid, then open the with the steering lock. glove box lid when the steering is unlocked. If you do not lock the steering, the glove To unlock the steering.

  • Page 80: Maintenance

    Adjusting the Windscreen Height ....P. 104 Maintenance Schedule........P. 78 Other Replacement......... P. 105 Maintenance Fundamentals ......P. 81 Replacing the Honda SMART Key Battery .. P. 105 Tool ............... P. 90 Removing & Installing Body Components.. P. 91 Battery ..............P. 91 Battery Lid .............

  • Page 81: 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 82: 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 83 Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace, if necessary) dealer, unless you have the necessary tools and are Replace mechanically skilled. Clean Procedures are provided in an official Honda Shop Manual. : Technical. In the interest of safety, have your vehicle serviced by your dealer. Continued...
  • Page 84 Maintenance Schedule Frequency Pre-ride Annual Regular Refer to Items Check × 1,000 km Check Replace page P. 81 × 1,000 mi Drive Belt – Belt Case Air Cleaner – Final Drive Oil 2 Years – Brake Fluid 2 Years Brake Pads Wear Brake System Headlight Aim –...

  • Page 85: 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. 99, P. 100 perform a pre-ride inspection and make sure Lights and horn - Check that lights, ●...
  • Page 86 Maintenance Fundamentals Replacing Parts Battery Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their Your vehicle has a maintenance-free type battery. equivalents to ensure reliability and safety. You do not have to check the battery electrolyte level or add distilled water. Clean the battery WARNING terminals if they become dirty or corroded.
  • Page 87 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 A spark or flame can cause the battery water for at least 15 minutes.
  • Page 88 Always replace the battery with another maintenance-free battery of the same type. NOTICE Installing non-Honda electrical accessories can NOTICE overload the electrical system, discharging the Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher battery and possibly damaging the system.
  • Page 89 Selecting the Engine Oil circular API service symbol. For recommended engine oil, see “Specifications.” P. 144 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 : MB ●...
  • Page 90 P. 78 Brake fluid can damage plastic and painted surfaces. NOTICE Wipe up spills immediately and wash thoroughly. Using coolant not specified for aluminium engines or tap/mineral water can cause Recommended brake fluid: corrosion. Honda DOT 4 Brake Fluid or equivalent...
  • Page 91 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 92 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 93 ● 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 94: Tool

    Tool The tool kit is stored in the compartment in the luggage box. P. 74 You can perform some roadside repairs, minor adjustments and parts replacement with the provided tools. 10 x 14 mm Open end wrench ● Standard/Phillips screwdriver ●...

  • Page 95: Removing & Installing Body Components

    Removing & Installing Body Components Battery Removal Make sure the ignition switch is in the Negative Positive (Off) position. terminal terminal Remove the battery lid. P. 93 Disconnect the negative - terminal from the battery. Disconnect the positive + terminal from the battery.
  • Page 96 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 97: Battery Lid

    Removing & Installing Body Components Battery Lid Battery Lid Removal Open the seat. P. 71 Remove the screws. Remove the battery lid. Installation Install the parts in the reverse order of removal. Battery lid Screws...

  • Page 98: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil Checking the Engine Oil Oil fill cap/dipstick If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 to 5 minutes. Upper level Turn the ignition switch to the (Off) position and wait for 2 to 3 minutes. Place your vehicle on its centre stand on a firm, level surface.
  • Page 99 Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil For the recommended oil and oil selection guidelines, see “Maintenance Fundamentals.” P. 85 If the engine oil is below or near the lower level mark, add the recommended engine oil. P. 85, P.

  • Page 100: Coolant

    Coolant Checking the Coolant Check the coolant level in the reserve tank while the engine is cold. Place your vehicle on a firm, level surface. Hold your vehicle in an upright position. Check that the coolant level is between UPPER level mark the UPPER level and LOWER level marks on the reserve tank.
  • Page 101 Coolant Adding Coolant Adding Coolant Floor mat If the coolant level is below the LOWER level mark, add the recommended coolant P. 86) until the level reaches the UPPER Screwdriver level mark. Add fluid only from the reserve tank cap and do not remove the radiator cap.
  • Page 102 Coolant Adding Coolant Remove the reserve tank cap and add 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. Install the reserve tank lid.

  • Page 103: Brakes

    Brakes Checking Brake Fluid Front brake Place your vehicle in an upright position on a firm, level surface. Check that the brake fluid reservoir is horizontal and that the fluid level is above the LOWER level mark. Front brake If the brake fluid level in either reservoir is fluid reservoir LOWER level below the LOWER level mark or both the...
  • Page 104 Brakes Inspecting the Brake Pads Inspecting the Brake Pads Front Wear Check the condition of the brake pad wear indicators indicators. The pads need to be replaced if a brake pad is worn to the indicator. Inspect the brake pads from below Front Brake pads the brake caliper.

  • Page 105: Side Stand

    Side Stand Checking the Side Stand Check the spring for damage or loss of tension. Sit on the vehicle and raise the side stand. Side stand spring Start the engine. Lower the side stand all the way. The engine should stop as you lower the side stand.

  • Page 106: 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 107: Other Adjustments

    Other Adjustments Adjusting the Rear Suspension Pin spanner 2 3 4 Spring Preload You can adjust the spring preload by the adjuster to suit the load or the road surface. Use the pin spanner and extension bar provided in the tool kit ( P.

  • Page 108: Adjusting The Windscreen Height

    Other Adjustments Adjusting the Windscreen Height Adjusting the Windscreen Check the windscreen adjustment for smooth operation and check the sliding area for Height looseness. If the windscreen is significantly loose or you You can adjust your windscreen height notice that the windscreen is loose while higher or lower according to your riding, see your dealer.

  • Page 109: Other Replacement

    Honda SMART Key Battery with a 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 110 Other Replacement Replacing the Honda SMART Key Battery WARNING Upper case Battery Chemical Burn Hazard: do not swallow battery. If swallowed, the battery can cause Protective severe internal burns and even death. cloth • Keep battery away from children and battery compartment securely closed.

  • Page 111: Troubleshooting

    Torque Control Indicator......... P. 112 Unstable Engine Operation Occurs Honda SMART Key Indicator......P. 113 Intermittently ..........P. 127 Other Warning Indications ......P. 114 Fuel Gauge Failure Indication......P. 114 When the Honda SMART Key System Does Not Operate Properly........... P. 115...

  • Page 112: 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. 60 sequence.

  • Page 113: Overheating (High Coolant Temperature Indicator Is On)

    Overheating (High coolant temperature indicator is on) Check that the radiator fan is operating, The engine is overheating when the following and then turn the ignition switch to the occurs: (Off) position. High coolant temperature indicator ● comes on. If the fan is not operating: Suspect a fault.

  • Page 114: 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 115: 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 116: Torque Control Indicator

    Warning Indicators On or Flashing Torque Control Indicator Torque Control Indicator Even when the Torque Control indicator is on, your vehicle will have normal riding ability without Torque Control function. If the indicator operates in one of the When the indicator comes on while the following ways, you may have a serious Torque Control is in operation, you will problem with the Torque Control.

  • Page 117: 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 in You lose the Honda SMART Key while ●...

  • Page 118: 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 illustration. If this occurs, see your dealer as soon as possible.

  • Page 119: 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- ●...
  • Page 120 When the Honda SMART Key System Does Not Operate Properly Check that a registered Honda SMART Check the battery condition and battery ● ● Key is used. lead in your vehicle. Use a registered Honda SMART Key. Check the battery and battery terminals. If The Honda SMART Key system cannot be the battery is weak, contact your dealer.

  • Page 121: Unlock The Seat In An Emergency

    Unlock the Seat in an Emergency The seat lock can be unlocked by using the Prong A emergency key. Open Pull the neck guard cover upward to release the prongs A. Prong A Pull the neck guard cover backward to release the prongs B and remove the neck guard cover.
  • Page 122 Unlock the Seat in an Emergency Align the projection of the emergency key Emergency seat with the slot of the emergency seat opener opener, and turn the emergency key counterclockwise. Open the seat and turn the emergency key clockwise Close Close and push down on the rear of the seat until it locks.

  • Page 123: Unlock The Ignition Switch In An Emergency

    Unlock the Ignition Switch in an Emergency Set up to ID number input mode EM mode coupler Hook Use the emergency key to open the seat. P. 117 Remove the battery lid. P. 93 Remove the tape wrapped around the Blue dummy EM mode coupler...
  • Page 124 Unlock the Ignition Switch in an Emergency ID number input Example: To input “0”, wait for 5 seconds without ● You can input your ID number by pressing the pushing the ignition switch when the ignition switch when the ignition switch is ignition switch ring comes on.
  • Page 125 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 126: 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 127: 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 128: Blown Fuse

    Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse Blown Fuse Before handling fuses, see “Inspecting and Replacing Fuses.” P. 84 Fuse Box Fuses Remove the battery lid. P. 93 Open the fuse box covers. Pull the fuses out one by one with the Fuse box Fuse box Fuse box fuse puller in the tool kit (...
  • Page 129 Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse Main Fuse Starter magnetic switch Remove the battery lid. P. 93 Remove the starter magnetic switch from the stay. Stays Continued...
  • Page 130 Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse Remove the starter magnetic switch Starter magnetic switch cover. 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.

  • Page 131: Unstable Engine Operation Occurs Intermittently

    Unstable Engine Operation Occurs Intermittently If the fuel pump filter is clogged, unstable engine operation will occur intermittently while riding. Even if this symptom occurs, you can continue to ride your vehicle. If unstable engine operation occurs even if sufficient fuel is available, have your vehicle inspected by your dealer as soon as possible.

  • Page 132: Information

    Information Keys..............P. 129 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features... P. 132 Caring for Your Vehicle........P. 133 Storing Your Vehicle........P. 137 Transporting Your Vehicle ......P. 138 You & the Environment ......... P. 139 Serial Numbers ..........P. 140 Fuels Containing Alcohol ......

  • Page 133: Keys

    Do not store the emergency key in any ● compartment. The ID number of the Honda SMART Key is on the ID tag. You can also unlock the ignition switch by inputting the ID number. Always carry both the emergency key and ID tag, but separate from the Honda SMART Key, to avoid losing all of them at the same time.
  • Page 134 Keep the Honda SMART Key away from the ● vehicle while washing the vehicle. Do not drop the Honda SMART Key or set Do not burn. ● ● heavy objects on them. Do not wash in an ultrasonic cleaner.
  • Page 135 The radio frequency from the devices will interrupt the Honda SMART Key system. To get an additional Honda SMART Key, take the Honda SMART Key and the vehicle to your dealer. Honda SMART Key ID tag...

  • Page 136: Instruments, Controls, & Other Features

    Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Instruments, Controls, & Tripmeter Other Features The tripmeters 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 ignition switch while riding.

  • Page 137: 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 138 Caring for Your Vehicle 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 139 Caring for Your Vehicle Aluminium Components Windscreen Aluminium will corrode from contact with dirt, Using plenty of water, clean the windscreen with a soft cloth or sponge. (Avoid using detergents mud, or road salt. Clean aluminium parts or any kind of chemical cleaner on the regularly and follow these guidelines to avoid windscreen.) Dry with a soft, clean cloth.
  • Page 140 Caring for Your Vehicle When the exhaust pipe and muffler are painted, Exhaust Pipe and Muffler do not use a commercially available abrasive The exhaust pipe and muffler are stainless steel kitchen cleaning compound. Use a neutral but may become stained by mud or dust. detergent to clean the painted surface on the exhaust pipe and muffler.

  • Page 141: 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 142: 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 143: 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 144: Serial Numbers

    Serial Numbers Serial Numbers Frame number lid 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. To check the frame number, open the seat P.

  • Page 145: 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 146: 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 147: Specifications

    Specifications Main Components ■ Displacement 249.50 cm (15.220 cu-in) Overall length 2,147 mm (84.5 in) Bore x stroke 67.000 x 70.766 mm (2.6378 x 2.7861 in) Overall width 754 mm (29.7 in) Compression ratio 10.2:1 Unleaded petrol 1,507 mm (59.3 in) Fuel Overall height Recommended: 90 RON or higher...
  • Page 148 Specifications Service Data ■ Honda 4-stroke motorcycle oil API Service Classification SG or higher, excluding oils PIRELLI: Recommended marked as “Energy Conserving” or “Resource 120/70-15 M/C 56S engine oil Front Conserving, ” SAE 10W-30, JASO T 903 IRC: standard MB...
  • Page 149 Specifications Bulbs ■ Headlight Brakelight/Taillight Front turn signal/Position light Rear turn signal License plate light Position light Fuses ■ Main fuse 30 A Other fuse 30 A, 15 A, 10 A, 7.5 A, 5 A...
  • Page 150 32K2AA00 XXXX.20XX.XX.M 00X32-K2A-A000 PRINTED IN XXXXX...

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