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  • Page 1 Z125M...
  • 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 code in this manual indicates ● Honda motorcycle. Your selection of a Honda the country. makes you part of a worldwide family of Country Code 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 motorcycle safely is You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT an important responsibility. 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 Motorcycle Safety P. 2 Operation Guide P. 16 Maintenance P. 41 Troubleshooting P. 83 Information P. 99 Specifications P. 113 Index P. 116...

  • 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. 6 Safety Precautions ........P. 9 Riding Precautions........P. 10 Accessories & Modifications...... P. 13 Loading ............

  • Page 7: Safety Guidelines

    Safety Guidelines Safety Guidelines that you are wearing an approved motorcycle helmet and protective apparel. Follow these guidelines to enhance your safety: Perform all routine and regular inspections ● Take Time to Learn & Practice specified in this manual. Stop the engine and keep sparks and flame Even if you have ridden other motorcycles, ●...
  • Page 8 Safety Guidelines Make Yourself Easy to See Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition Make yourself more visible, especially at night, by It’s important to keep your motorcycle properly wearing bright reflective clothing, positioning maintained and in safe riding condition. yourself so other drivers can see you, signaling...
  • Page 9 Safety Guidelines critical nuts and bolts, and check the handlebar, WARNING control levers, brakes, and wheels. Ride slowly and cautiously. Running the engine of your motorcycle Your motorcycle may have suffered damage that while in an enclosed or even partially is not 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 potential hazards that could cause serious injury. Read instructions contained in Shop Manual Others provide important safety information. carefully.
  • 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 SAFETY REMINDER LABEL For your protection, always wear helmet, protective apparel. FUEL LABEL Unleaded petrol only ETHANOL up to 10% by volume...

  • Page 13: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Safety Precautions WARNING Ride cautiously and keep your hands on the ● Not wearing a helmet increases the handlebar and feet on the footpegs. chance of serious injury or death in a Always consider the safety of other drivers and ●...

  • Page 14: Riding Precautions

    Riding Precautions Riding Precautions Brakes Observe the following guidelines: Running-in Period Avoid excessively hard braking and ● During the first 500 km (300 miles) of running, downshifting. follow these guidelines to ensure your Sudden braking can reduce the motorcycle’s future reliability and performance. motorcycle's stability.
  • Page 15 Riding Precautions Engine Braking Parking Engine braking helps slow your motorcycle down Park on a firm, level paved surface. ● when you release the throttle. For further slowing If you must park on a slight incline or loose ● action, downshift to a lower gear. Use engine surface, park so that the motorcycle cannot braking with intermittent use of the brakes to move or fall over.
  • Page 16 Riding Precautions 3. Slowly lean the motorcycle to the left until its Refuelling and Fuel Guidelines weight rests on the side stand. Follow these guidelines to protect the engine, 4. Turn the handlebar fully to the left. fuel system and catalytic converter: Turning the handlebar to the right reduces Use only unleaded petrol.

  • Page 17: Accessories & Modifications

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

  • Page 18: Loading

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

  • Page 20: Operation Guide

    Basic Operation Flow Pre-ride Inspection (P46) Acceleration Carefully inspect your motorcycle to make sure that it is safe to ride. Apply throttle gradually. Obey the speed limit. Shift Change (P37) Starting the Engine (P35) Start and warm the engine. How to use basic features. Starting the Avoid revving the engine.
  • Page 21 Parking (P11) Braking Close the throttle and apply the Park on a firm level surface. front and rear brakes together. Use the stand, and lock the The brakelight will indicate that steering. you have applied the brakes. Stopping If pulling off the road, signal early enough to show traffic that you are pulling over, and pull over smoothly.
  • Page 22 Parts Location Fuse box (P97) Battery (P58) Rear brake fluid reservoir (P67) Front brake fluid reservoir (P67) Throttle grip (P78) Front brake lever Headlight (P80) Spark plug (P62) Rear brake pedal Engine oil drain bolt (P66) Engine oil fill cap (P64) Brakelight switch (P69)
  • Page 23 Clutch lever (P75) Fuel fill cap (P38) Document bag (P39) Tool kit (P39) Seat (P61) Helmet holder (P40) Left side cover lock (P60) Crankcase breather (P79) Drive chain (P71) Side stand (P70) Shift lever (P37)
  • Page 24 Instruments Speedometer This shows your speed in kilometer per hour (km/h). Display Check When the ignition switch is turned to the (On) position, the display will temporarily show all the modes and digital segments so you can make sure the liquid crystal display is functioning properly.
  • Page 25 Fuel gauge Remaining fuel when only 1st (E) segment left: approximately 1.8 litres (0.48 US gal, 0.40 Imp gal). This segment flashes when the fuel decreases further. If the fuel gauge indicator flashes in a repeat pattern or turns off: (P86) continued...
  • Page 26 Instruments (Continued) Odometer [TOTAL] & Tripmeter [TRIP A/B] button switches between the odometer and the tripmeters. • Odometer: Total distance ridden. • Tripmeter: Distance ridden since tripmeter was reset (press and hold button to reset to 0.0 km). button button...
  • Page 27 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 the (Run) position.
  • Page 28 Switches Engine stop switch Should normally remain in the (Run) position. In an emergency, switch to the (Stop) position (the starter motor will not operate) to stop the engine. Turn signal switch Start button Pressing the switch turns the turn signal off. SET button/UNSET button/ ANSWER BACK button Horn button...
  • Page 29 (On) Ignition switch Turns electrical system Switches the electrical system on/off, locks the on for starting/riding. steering. (Off) Key can be removed when in the (Off) or Turns engine off. (Lock) position. (Lock) Locks steering. Steering Lock Lock the steering when parking to help Locking prevent theft.
  • Page 30 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 31 If the ignition switch is left in the (Off) The buzzer sound can be cancelled using position for more than 10 days, the anti-theft temporary silence mode. alarm system will no longer operate. To reset Temporary Silence Mode (P34) the system, turn the ignition switch to the (On) position once.
  • Page 32 Anti-theft Alarm System (Continued) Cancelling the Anti-theft Alarm System After stopping the anti-theft alarm activation, Press the UNSET button or turn the ignition the anti-theft alarm system will be cancelled. switch to the (On) position. UNSET button (On) When UNSET button is pressed, the alarm indicator blinks, and the alarm sounds for 2 times.
  • Page 33 To complete your setting, you need to go You need to operate this process from (Off) position to the (On) position through step 3 within 60 seconds. within 5 seconds. Make sure that LED on the remote transmitter SET button (On) is green before setting the sensitivity level.
  • Page 34 Answer Back System The answer back system is a device to find the position of your motorcycle. When you ANSWER press the ANSWER BACK button on the BACK button remote transmitter with the ignition switch in (Off) position or (Lock) position, your motorcycle informs you the position by sounding the buzzer.
  • Page 35 Operation Changing the Answer Back Buzzer Press the ANSWER BACK button on the Sound Pattern (P33) remote transmitter. Answer back system will not function when Temporary Silence Mode (P34) the ignition switch is in the (On) position. Replacing the Remote Transmitter If the ignition switch is left in the (Off) Battery...
  • Page 36 Answer Back System (Continued) Adjusting the Answer Back Buzzer Turn and keep the ignition switch to the Sound Volume Level (On) position. Press the ANSWER BACK You can select 3 buzzer sound volume levels button to select among 3 levels of sound or mute.
  • Page 37 Changing the Answer Back Buzzer Turn and keep the ignition switch to the Sound Pattern (On) position. Press the ANSWER BACK You can select 3 buzzer sound patterns. button to select among 3 buzzer sound Turn the ignition switch to the (Off) position.
  • Page 38 Answer Back System (Continued) Temporary Silence Mode Temporary silence mode is the immediate way to turn off the answer back system buzzer sound. Enable: Press and hold ANSWER BACK button about 2 seconds, the LED on remote transmitter is changed to be red. Disable: Re-press and hold ANSWER BACK button about 2 seconds, the LED on remote...
  • Page 39 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, turn the is cold or warm. ignition switch to the (Off) position and wait 10 seconds before trying to start the engine again to recover battery voltage.
  • Page 40 Starting the Engine (Continued) If the engine does not start: With the throttle completely closed, press the start button. Open the throttle fully and press the start If you cannot start the engine, open the button for 5 seconds. throttle slightly (about 3 mm, without Repeat the normal starting procedure.
  • Page 41 Shifting Gears Your motorcycle transmission has 4 forward gears in a one-down, three-up shift pattern. If you put the motorcycle in gear with the side stand down, the engine will shut off.
  • Page 42 Refuelling Opening the Fuel Fill Cap Ignition key Open the lock cover, insert the ignition key, and turn it clockwise to open the cap. Closing the Fuel Fill Cap After refuelling, push the fuel fill cap closed until it locks. Lower edge of filler neck Remove the key and close the lock cover.
  • Page 43 Storage Equipment Document Bag/Tool Kit Document bag and tool kit are in the inner left side cover. Removing the inner left side cover Tool kit Remove the left side cover. (P60) Remove the clips. (P59) Remove the inner left side cover. Installing the inner left side cover Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
  • Page 44 Storage Equipment (Continued) Helmet Holder Locking the helmet holder Helmet holder is on the left side below the Hang both ends of the helmet set wire that seat. has been guided through the helmet D-ring A helmet set wire is in the tool kit. on the holder pin and push it in to lock.

  • Page 45: 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. 42 Side Stand............ P. 70 Maintenance Schedule........P. 43 Drive Chain ..........P. 71 Maintenance Fundamentals .......P. 46 Clutch ............

  • Page 46: Importance Of Maintenance

    Importance of Maintenance Importance of Maintenance Maintenance Safety Keeping your motorcycle well-maintained is Always read the maintenance instructions before absolutely essential to your safety and to protect you begin each task, and make sure that you your investment, obtain maximum performance, have the tools, parts, and skills required.

  • Page 47: Maintenance Schedule

    Honda’s standards and specifications by properly trained and Honda recommends that your dealer should equipped technicians. Your dealer meets all of road test your motorcycle after each periodic these requirements. Keep an accurate record maintenance is carried out.
  • Page 48 : Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace if necessary) you have the necessary tools and are mechanically skilled. : Lubricate Procedures are provided in an official Honda Shop Manual. : Replace : Technical. In the interest of safety, have your motorcycle : Clean serviced by your dealer.
  • Page 49 Maintenance Schedule Frequency* Pre-ride Annual Regular Refer to Items Check × 1,000 km Check Replace page P. 46 × 1,000 mi Drive Chain Every 500 km (300 mi): Brake Fluid * 2 Years Brake Pads Wear Brake System Brakelight Switch Headlight Aim Lights/Horn –...

  • Page 50: Maintenance Fundamentals

    Maintenance Fundamentals Drive chain − Check condition and slack, Pre-ride Inspection ● adjust and lubricate if necessary. P. 71 To ensure safety, it is your responsibility to Brakes − Check operation; ● perform a pre-ride inspection and make sure Front and Rear: check brake fluid level and that any problem you find is corrected.
  • Page 51 Maintenance Fundamentals Replacing Parts Battery Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their Your motorcycle has a maintenance-free type equivalents to ensure reliability and safety. battery. You do not have to check the battery electrolyte level or add distilled water. Clean the...
  • Page 52 Maintenance Fundamentals What to do in an emergency WARNING If any of the following occur, immediately see your doctor. The battery gives off explosive hydrogen Electrolyte splashes into your eyes: gas during normal operation. ● Wash your eyes repeatedly with cool water for at least 15 minutes.
  • Page 53 Always replace the battery with another maintenance-free battery of the same type. NOTICE Installing non-Honda electrical accessories can overload NOTICE the electrical system, discharging the battery and possibly Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly damaging the system.
  • Page 54 Conserving” or “Resource Conserving” on the “Specifications.” P. 114 circular API service symbol. 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 55 NOTICE have the sprocket replaced by your dealer. Brake fluid can damage plastic and painted surfaces. Wipe up spills immediately and wash thoroughly. Recommended brake fluid: Honda DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid or equivalent Normal Worn Damaged (REPLACE)
  • Page 56 Maintenance Fundamentals Cleaning and Lubricating Never use petrol or low flash point solvents for After inspecting the slack, clean the chain and cleaning the drive chain. sprockets while rotating the rear wheel. Use a dry A fire or explosion could result. cloth with high flash-point solvent.
  • Page 57 Maintenance Fundamentals Inspecting for Damage Crankcase Breather Inspect the tyres for Service more frequently when riding in rain, at cuts, slits, or cracks full throttle, or after the motorcycle is washed or that exposes fabric or overturned. Service if the deposit level can be cords, or nails or seen in the transparent section of the drain tube.
  • Page 58 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 worn or improperly inflated can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
  • Page 59 Maintenance Fundamentals Have your tyres replaced by your dealer. WARNING For recommended tyres and air pressure, see “Specifications.” P. 114 Installing improper tyres on your Follow these guidelines whenever you replace motorcycle can adversely affect handling tyres. and stability, and can cause a crash in Use the recommended tyres or equivalents of ●...
  • Page 60 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 61: Tool

    Tool The tool kit is stored in the inner left side cover. P. 39 You can perform some roadside repairs, minor adjustments and parts replacement with the provided tools. Standard/Phillips screwdriver ● Screwdriver handle ● Spark plug wrench ● 6 mm Hex wrench ●...

  • Page 62: Removing & Installing Body Components

    Removing & Installing Body Components Battery 2. Remove the battery holder by removing the bolt and the washer. 3. Disconnect the negative terminal from Battery the battery. Washer holder 4. Disconnect the positive terminal from Bolt the battery. 5. Remove the battery taking care not to drop the terminal nuts.

  • Page 63: 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 64: Left Side Cover

    Removing & Installing Body Components Left Side Cover Left Side Cover Removal 1. Insert the ignition key to the side cover lock. 2. Turn the ignition key clockwise and hold it. Grommets Left side cover 3. Slightly remove the left side cover. Prongs Installation 1.

  • Page 65: Seat

    Removing & Installing Body Components Seat Seat Removal 1. Remove the bolts. 2. Pull the seat up and backward. Installation Prong 1. Insert the prong into the stay on the frame. 2. Push forward and down on the rear of the seat until it locks in place.

  • Page 66: Spark Plug

    Spark Plug Checking Spark Plug Spark plug wrench For the recommended spark plug, see “Specifications.” P. 114 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 67 Spark Plug Checking Spark Plug 5. Check the spark plug gap using a wire-type 8. Tighten the spark plug: feeler gauge. If the old plug is good: ● If adjustment is necessary, bend the side 1/8 turn after it seats electrode carefully.

  • Page 68: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil Checking the Engine Oil Oil fill cap 1. If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 to 5 minutes. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the (Off) position and wait for 2 to 3 minutes. Upper level 3.
  • Page 69 Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil For the recommended oil and oil selection guidelines, see “Maintenance Fundamentals.” If the engine oil is below or near the lower P. 50 level mark, add the recommended engine oil. P. 50, 114 Changing Engine Oil 1.
  • Page 70 Engine Oil Changing Engine Oil 4. Place a drain pan under the drain bolt. 6. Install a new sealing washer onto the drain 5. Remove the oil fill cap drain bolt, and bolt. Tighten the drain bolt. sealing washer to drain the oil. Torque: 24 N·m (2.4 kgf·m, 18 lbf·ft).

  • 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, 1. Place your motorcycle in an upright inspect the brake pads for wear. If the brake position on a firm, level surface.
  • Page 72 Brakes Inspecting the Brake Pads Inspecting the Brake Pads Front Check the condition of the brake pad wear indicators. Brake pads The pads need to be replaced if a brake pad is worn to the indicator. Inspect the brake pads from below Front Wear Disc...
  • 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 3. Sit on the motorcycle, shift the transmission to Neutral, and raise the side stand. 4. Start the engine, pull the clutch lever in, Side stand spring and shift the transmission into gear. 5. 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. 1.
  • Page 76 Drive Chain Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack Triangle Adjusting the chain requires special tools. mark Have the drive chain slack adjusted by your dealer. Rear axle nut 1. Shift the transmission to Neutral. Stop the engine. Chain adjuster 2.
  • Page 77 Drive Chain Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack 4. Turn both adjusting bolts an equal number 6. Tighten the rear axle nut. of turns until the correct drive chain slack is Torque: 59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 44 lbf·ft). obtained. Turn the adjusting bolts 7.
  • Page 78 Drive Chain Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack Checking the Drive Chain Wear If the drive chain slack is excessive when the rear axle is moved to the furthest limit of adjustment, the drive chain is worn and must be replaced. Chain: DID420D2 RK420SB2TK If necessary have the drive chain replaced by...

  • Page 79: 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 commercially Check the clutch lever freeplay. available cable lubricant to prevent premature Freeplay at the clutch lever: wear and corrosion.
  • Page 80 Clutch Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay Adjusting the Clutch Lever Rubber dust Freeplay cover Upper Adjustment Upper lock nut Attempt adjustment with the upper clutch cable adjuster first. – 1. Pull back the rubber dust cover. 2. Loosen the upper lock nut. Upper clutch cable 3.
  • Page 81 Clutch Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay 1. Loosen the upper lock nut and turn the Lower lock nut upper clutch cable adjuster all the way in (to provide maximum freeplay). Tighten the upper lock nut. 2. Loosen the lower lock nut. 3.

  • Page 82: 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 83: Crankcase Breather

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

  • Page 84: Other Adjustments

    Other Adjustments Adjusting the Headlight Aim You can adjust vertical aim of the headlight for proper alignment. To move the headlight case, loosen the adjusting bolt. Tighten the adjusting bolt after adjustment. Obey local laws and regulations. Headlight Raise Lower Adjusting bolt...

  • Page 85: Other Replacement

    Other Replacement Replacing the Remote 1. Remove the upper case by carefully prying on the edge with a coin or a screw driver. Transmitter Battery Wrap a coin or a screwdriver with a protective cloth to prevent scratching When the remote transmitter battery begins the remote transmitter.
  • Page 86 Other Replacement Replacing the Remote Transmitter Battery WARNING Upper case Chemical Burn Hazard: do not swallow Battery 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 87: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Unstable Engine Operation Occurs Engine Will Not Start ........P. 84 Intermittently Warning Indicators On or Flashing ...P. 85 .......... P. 98 PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ....P. 85 Other Warning Indications......P. 86 Fuel Gauge Failure Indication ......P. 86 Tyre Puncture..........P.

  • 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 sequence. Check the correct engine starting sequence. ● ● P. 35 P.

  • Page 89: Warning Indicators On Or Flashing

    Warning Indicators On or Flashing PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) If the indicator comes on while riding, you may have a serious problem with the PGM-FI system. Reduce speed and have your motorcycle inspected by your dealer as soon as possible.

  • Page 90: 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 91: 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 motorcycle with a temporary performed by your dealer. tyre repair can be risky. If the temporary After an emergency repair, always have the repair fails, you can crash and be tyre inspected/replaced by your dealer.
  • Page 92 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels Front Wheel 4. Remove the front axle shaft, front wheel and side collars. Removal Avoid getting grease, oil, or dirt on the 1. Place your motorcycle on a firm, level disc or pad surfaces. surface. Do not pull the brake lever while the 2.
  • Page 93 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels Installation 4. After installing the wheel, apply the brake 1. Attach the side collars to the wheel. lever several times, then check if the wheel 2. Position the wheel between the fork legs rotates freely. Recheck the wheel if the and insert the front axle shaft from the right brake drags or if the wheel does not rotate side, through the wheel hub and right fork...
  • Page 94 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels Rear Wheel 4. Remove the drive chain from the driven sprocket by pushing the rear wheel Removal forward. 1. Support your motorcycle securely and raise the rear wheel off the ground using a maintenance stand or a hoist. Rear axle Left side collar shaft...
  • Page 95 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels 5. Remove the rear axle shaft, right side collar, NOTICE left side collar and rear wheel. When installing a wheel or caliper into original position, Support the brake caliper assembly so carefully fit the brake disc between the pads to avoid that it doesn’t hang from the brake hose.
  • Page 96 Tyre Puncture Removing Wheels 3. Adjust the drive chain. P. 72 4. Install and tighten the rear axle nut. Torque: 59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 44 lbf·ft). 5. After installing the wheel, apply the brake pedal several times, then check if the wheel rotates freely.

  • Page 97: Electrical Trouble

    Electrical Trouble Battery Goes Dead Burned-out Light Bulb Charge the battery using a motorcycle battery All light bulbs on the motorcycle's are LEDs. If charger. there is an LED which is not turned on, see Remove the battery from the motorcycle your dealer for servicing.
  • Page 98 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb Headlight Position light Position lights Headlights The headlight uses several LEDs. The position light uses several LEDs. If there is an LED which is not turned on, see If there is an LED which is not turned on, see your dealer for servicing.
  • Page 99 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb Brakelight/Taillight Front/Rear Turn Signal Front/Rear turn signal Brakelight/Taillight The brakelight/taillight uses several LEDs. The front/rear turn signal uses several LEDs. If there is an LED which is not turned on, see If there is an LED which is not turned on, see your dealer for servicing.
  • Page 100 Electrical Trouble Burned-out Light Bulb License Plate Light License plate light The license plate light uses several LEDs. If there is an LED which is not turned on, see your dealer for servicing.

  • Page 101: Blown Fuse

    Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse Blown Fuse Fuse box cover Before handling fuses, see “Inspecting and Replacing Fuses.” P. 49 Fuse Box Fuses 1. Remove the seat. P. 61 2. Remove the fuse box cover. 3. Pull the fuses out one by one with the fuse puller in the tool kit and check for a blown fuse.

  • Page 102: Unstable Engine Operation Occurs Intermittently

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

  • Page 103: Information

    Information Keys ............P. 100 ... P. 103 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Caring for Your Motorcycle ..... P. 105 Storing Your Motorcycle......P. 107 Transporting Your Motorcycle ....P. 108 You & the Environment ......P. 109 Serial Numbers.......... P. 110 Fuels Containing Alcohol ......

  • Page 104: Keys

    Keys Keys Key tag Ignition Key This motorcycle has two ignition keys and a key tag with a key number and a bar code. Store the spare key and the key tag in a safe location. To make a duplicate key, take the spare key and the key tag to your dealer or a locksmith.
  • Page 105 Keys Keep the remote transmitter away from Remote Transmitter ● liquids. If it gets wet, dry them immediately The remote transmitter contains electronic with a soft cloth. circuits that are activated by the anti-theft alarm Keep the remote transmitter away from the system and answer back system.
  • Page 106 Keys The anti-theft alarm system and answer back To add an additional remote transmitter, take system may not work properly in the following the remote transmitter and the motorcycle to environments: your dealer. There is strong electrical current nearby. ● You carry a cell phone, a laptop computer, The remote transmitter uses low-intensity ●...

  • Page 107: Instruments, Controls, & Other Features

    Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Instruments, Controls, & Tripmeter Other Features The tripmeters return to 0.0 when the read-out exceeds 9,999.9. Ignition Switch Document Bag Leaving the ignition switch in the (On) position The owner’s manual, registration, and insurance with the engine stopped will drain the battery. information can be stored in the plastic Do not turn the key while riding.
  • Page 108 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features High Beam Indicator The high beam indicator will come on briefly due to the capacitor being discharged when the ignition switch is turned to the (On) position immediately after the engine is stopped with the high beam.

  • Page 109: Caring For Your Motorcycle

    Frequent cleaning and polishing is important to 4. After the motorcycle dries, lubricate any ensure the long life of your Honda. A clean moving parts. motorcycle makes it easier to spot potential Make sure that no lubricant spills onto the problems.
  • Page 110 Caring for Your Motorcycle Washing Precautions Do not direct water at the air cleaner: ● Follow these guidelines when washing: Water in the air cleaner can prevent the Do not use high-pressure washers: engine from starting. ● High-pressure water cleaners can damage Do not direct water near the headlight: ●...

  • Page 111: Storing Your Motorcycle

    Storing 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: Transporting Your Motorcycle

    Transporting Your Motorcycle Transporting Your Place your motorcycle on a maintenance ● stand and position a block so that both tyres Motorcycle are off the ground. After rain, remove the body cover and allow ● If your motorcycle needs to be transported, it the motorcycle to dry.

  • Page 113: You & The Environment

    You & the Environment You & the Environment drain or on the ground. Used oil, petrol, and cleaning solvents contain poisons that can hurt Owning and riding a motorcycle can be refuse workers and contaminate drinking water, enjoyable, but you must do your part to protect lakes, rivers, and oceans.

  • Page 114: Serial Numbers

    Serial Numbers Serial Numbers 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. Frame number Engine number...

  • Page 115: 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 116: 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 117: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications Main Components ■ Displacement 124.89 cm (7.618 cu-in) Overall length 1,712 mm (67.4 in) 52.400 × 57.913 mm Bore × stroke Overall width 754 mm (29.7 in) (2.0630 × 2.2800 in) Overall height 1,029 mm (40.5 in) Compression ratio 9.3:1 Wheelbase 1,152 mm (45.4 in)
  • Page 118 1.1 litres (1.2 US qt, After disassembly 1.0 Imp qt) Tyre type Bias-ply, tubeless Recommended Front VEE RUBBER V133 Recommended Honda DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid brake fluid Tyres Rear VEE RUBBER V133 Recommended Front 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm , 29 psi)
  • Page 119 Specifications Bulbs Torque Specifications ■ ■ Headlight Engine oil drain bolt 24 N·m (2.4 kgf·m, 18 lbf·ft) Brakelight/Taillight Front wheel axle nut 69 N·m (7.0 kgf·m, 51 lbf·ft) Front turn signal Rear wheel axle nut 59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 44 lbf·ft) Rear turn signal Position light License plate light...

  • Page 120: Index

    Index Index Accessories .............13 Electrical Trouble ..........93 Engine Number ..............110 Basic Operation Flow ...........16 Oil ..............50, 64 Battery ...............47, 58 Starting ..............35 Brakelight Switch ..........69 Stop Switch ..........24, 103 Brakes Stopping .............103 Fluid ..............51, 67 Environment ............109 Pad Wear ..............68 Equipment Braking ..............10...
  • Page 121 Gasohol ..............111 Maintenance Fundamentals ............. 46 Importance ............42 Headlight Aim ............80 Safety ..............42 Headlight Dimmer Switch ........24 Schedule ............... 43 Helmet Holder ............40 Maximum Weight Limit ........14 High Beam Indicator ........23, 104 Modifications ............13 Horn Button ............24 Neutral Indicator ..........
  • Page 122 Parking ..............11 Safety Precautions ..........9 Parts Location ............18 Seat ................61 Petrol ..............111 Serial Numbers ............110 PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) Shifting Gears ............37 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ..23, 85 Side Stand ............... 70 Protective Apparel ..........9 Specifications ............113 Speedometer ............
  • Page 123 Throttle ..............78 Tool ..............39, 57 Transporting Your Motorcycle ...... 108 Tripmeter ............22, 103 Troubleshooting ...........83 Turn Signal Indicator ...........23 Turn Signal Switch ..........24 Tyres Air Pressure ............53 Puncture ...............87 Replacing ............53, 87 Warning Indicators On or Flashing ....85 Washing Your Motorcycle ......105 Weight Limit ............14 Wheels Front Removal .............88...
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