SM500 R E5 SUMMARY IMPORTANT NOTICES ....................... 3 SIDESTAND ......................... 28 IMPORTANT ..........................4 MOUNTING/DISMOUNTING OF RIDER AND PASSENGER ..........29 PARTS REPLACEMENT ......................4 STARTING THE ENGINE ....................31 SAFE RIDING AND MOTORCYCLE SAFETY ................5 STOPPING THE MOTORCYCLE AND THE ENGINE ..........32 MOTORCYCLE IDENTIFICATION DATA ................
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SM500 R E5 STEERING WHEEL BALL PLAY ADJUSTMENT ............45 STEERING ANGLE ADJUSTMENT .................. 45 REAR BRAKE PEDAL POSITION ADJUSTMENT ............46 REAR BRAKE PEDAL FREE PLAY ADJUSTMENT ............46 ADJUSTING THE FRONT FORK ..................47 FORK OIL LEVEL ......................... 47 SHOCK ABSORBER ADJUSTMENT ................
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WARNING manual by having scheduled maintenance carried After a crash, inspect the motorcycle carefully. out at authorised SWM workshops. Make sure that the throttle, brake, clutch and all The cost for changing parts and for the labour other systems are undamaged. Riding with a...
SM500 R E5 SAFE RIDING AND MOTORCYCLE of you. and when you have to take a bend or overtake. SAFETY - Before overtaking, check there are no obstacles - The riding position of both the rider and the Here are some basic principles for riding your in front of the vehicle you want to overtake and passenger is important for motorcycle control.
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SM500 R E5 Risks related to carbon monoxide Antilock Braking System - ABS Precautions for children Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless ABS is an electro-mechanical braking aid system: WARNING and odorless gas. Breathing in carbon monoxide it prevents the wheels from locking during braking, Park the vehicle where it is unlikely to be may cause loss of consciousness and death.
SM500 R E5 MOTORCYCLE IDENTIFICATION DATA ENGINE NUMBER The engine identification number is stamped at the top of the crankcase, while vehicle serial number or Vehicle Identification Number is stamped on the steer- ing tube of the frame. S83VM???? Always quote the number stamped on the frame when ordering spare parts or requesting further details about your vehicle and note it on this booklet.
SM500 R E5 CONTROL LOCATION Front brake control lever. Throttle twistgrip. Rear brake control pedal. Right-hand switch. Ignition switch. Instrument. Left-hand switch. Clutch control lever. Gear shift control pedal (first gear is en- gaged by pushing the lever downwards; the other gears are engaged by pushing the lever upwards.
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SM500 R E5 TECHNICAL DATA CLUTCH ENGINE Type ............multidisc in oil bath with hydraulic control Type ....................single cylinder , 4 stroke Transmission ratio Cooling..................Liquid with elec tric fan 1st gear ....................2.000 (z 28/12) Bore........................97 mm. 2nd gear ....................1.611 (z 29/18) Stroke ......................
SM500 R E5 FRONT BRAKE Transmission oil Type ..Floating Ø 320 mm disc (Wave) with hydraulic control and fixed ra- Oil and oil filter replacement.................1.7l dial calliper Oil replacement ......................1.5 l Homologation ......................EURO 5 REAR BRAKE LUBRICANTS AND TOPPING UPS Type....fixed disc, Ø 240 mm. with hydraulic control and floating caliper Engine, gearbox and primary drive lubricating oil RIMS MOTUL 7100 TECHNOSYNTHESE 5W40...
SM500 R E5 INSTRUMENTS WARNING AND SIGNAL LIGHTS The motorcycle is equipped with a digital instrument divided into the following Left turn indicator light. areas: Right turn indicator light. 1) Signal lights (see “Warning and signal lights”) High-beam light. 2) Multifunction display (see “Multifunction Display”) 3) Tachometer Neutral warning light.
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-wait for a few minutes and restart the engine. If the light comes on while the engine is running, it means that there is an en- If the light turns on again, see the closest SWM dealer to check the ABS system. gine or injection system failure.
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SM500 R E5 SELF-INSPECTION MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY ① Connect with BAT only, the dashboard displays item description “665-02” 2s, 1) Speedometer Indicates motorcycle speed. then displays version “----01” 2s, and LCD self-inspection performed at last. 2) Speed scale indication: ② Connect with IGN only (or connect with IGN after BAT is connected), LCD Km/h = kilometres /hour performs self-inspection.
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② If there’s more than one code, the codes will be switched every 2 seconds in to the initial time '0:00' after power on again. cycles. ③ ABS malfunction code displays as Cnnn at odometer (1). Find the nearest closes SWM dealer to check the fault. Operate as shown for the following error codes. EN-14...
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MIL indication displays or not is transferred to be controlled by CAN. ② MIL sts signal is 0, MIL indication OFF. ③ MIL sts signal is 1, MIL indication ON. Find the nearest closes SWM dealer to check the fault. Operate as shown for the following error codes. 15- EN...
SM500 R E5 ABS MALFUNCTION LIST Malfunction Possible Causes Possible Impact Recommended Measures C1101 ECU Voltage supply: high voltage Poor connect of battery terminal. ABS alarms and not working. Clean the terminal. C1102 ECU Voltage supply: low voltage Poor connect of battery terminal. ABS alarms and not working.
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SM500 R E5 Malfunction Possible Causes Possible Impact Recommended Measures C2308 Valve fault, inlet valve front ABS Internal damange ABS internal damange and not working. Replace ABS C2312 Valve fault, outlet valve front ABS Internal damange ABS internal damange and not working. Replace ABS C2324 Valve fault, inlet valve rear...
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SM500 R E5 APPENDIX: DTC LIST System or compo- Error Error description Driver behavior nent code Coolant/Oil Sensor P0118 Coolant/Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit High Voltage Stop the engine and check whether the cylinder or Open temperature sensor is connected effectively. If the P0117 Coolant/Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit Low Voltage error still persist ask for assistance.
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SM500 R E5 System or compo- Error Error description Driver behavior nent code Fuel Pump Relay (FPR) P0232 FPR Coil Circuit High Voltage Check if the fuel pump relay is connected effec- P0231 FPR Coil Circuit Low Voltage or Open tively.
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SM500 R E5 System or compo- Error Error description Driver behavior nent code persist ask for assistance. Front Oxygen Sensor P2195 Front oxygen sensor PE too thin P2196 Front oxygen sensor too thick when fuel cutoff for de- celeration Oxygen Sensor P0132 O2S 1 Circuit High Voltage Check if the front oxygen sensor is connected ef-...
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SM500 R E5 System or compo- Error Error description Driver behavior nent code P1694 Tachometer Circuit High Voltage effectively. If the error still persist ask for assistance. Idle Control System P0505 Idle Speed Control Error Check if the circuit is connected effectively. Reset. If the error still persist ask for assistance.
SM500 R E5 CONTROLS STEERING LOCK HANDLEBAR SWITCHES IGNITION SWITCH The steering lock is integrated with ignition lock Right-Hand Side The ignition switch has two positions: (1).Lock the steering as follows: The right-hand switch features the following con- Motorcycle start position (key not removable). -Turn the handlebar to the left;...
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SM500 R E5 Left-Hand Side Warning horn Rear wheel ABS deactivation The left-hand switch features the following con- 7) Rear wheel ABS exclusion selector Move selector (7) towards and keep it in this trols: The rear wheel ABS function can be disabled for position for 3 seconds to deactivate the system on Headlight (A) track riding.
SM500 R E5 THROTTLE CONTROL FRONT BRAKE CONTROL CLUTCH CONTROL The throttle twistgrip① is located on the right- The brake control lever ① is located on the right- The hydraulic clutch control lever①is located on hand side of the handlebar. The position of the hand side of the handlebar.
SM500 R E5 REAR BRAKE CONTROL GEAR SHIFT CONTROL The rear brake control ① is placed on the right- The lever (1) is placed on the left-hand side of the hand side of the motorcycle. engine. The operator must release the lever after each gear change to allow it to return to its central position.
SM500 R E5 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM - ABS INSTRUCTIONS FOR RUNNING-IN MOTORCYCLE The ABS is an electromechanical braking-aid sys- The exclusivity of the design, coupled to the high Note tem: quality of the materials used and the accuracy of If you are not familiar with the motorcycle opera- It prevents the wheels from locking during braking the assembly, guarantee the higher comfort right...
SM500 R E5 TROUBLESHOOTING filter dirty; clean or replace the filters. FUEL The following list is used for troubleshooting and Recommended fuel: premium grade UNLEADED The engine knocks to find the necessary remedies. fuel (R.O.N. 95). - Excessive carbon deposit on the piston crown, or The engine does not start in the combustion chamber: clean.
SM500 R E5 SIDESTAND When the bike is off, place it on its side stand. A side stand ① is supplied with every motorcycle. WARNING The stand is designed to support the WEIGHT of the MOTORCYCLE ONLY. Do not sit astride the motorcycle using the stand for support as this could cause structural failure to the stand resulting in serious injury.
SM500 R E5 MOUNTING/DISMOUNTING OF RIDER Mounting of rider Mounting of passenger AND PASSENGER With the motorcycle on the side stand, do the fol- Get the rider to mount first as described in the rel- General lowing: evant section without starting the engine. Carefully read the instructions below as they pro- - From the left side, hold the handlebar correctly - Get the passenger to put the passenger footrests...
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SM500 R E5 CAUTION - Place your left hand on the rider's shoulder, - Hold onto the special handles ②. When in a riding position, the rider must not your left foot on the footrest and then mount - Using your left leg, fully retract the stand. pull out or attempt to pull out the rear passen- the motorcycle by lifting your right leg and - Start the motorcycle as described in the relevant...
SM500 R E5 Dismounting the motorcycle ADJUSTING THE REAR-VIEW MIRRORS STARTING THE ENGINE - Stop the vehicle and switch off the engine. Sit on the motorcycle as described in the relative With engine cold, i.e. after a long stop of the mo- paragraph.
SM500 R E5 Note Note STOPPING THE MOTORCYCLE AND THE A safety switch is set on the clutch lever support. Important note in case of cold starts at low tem- ENGINE This switch allows you to ONLY start the engine peratures - Fully close the throttle twistgrip (1) to decelerate with the gearbox idle, or with the gear engaged...
SM500 R E5 STOPPING THE MOTOR IN AN EMERGENCY - Press the red button (7) to stop the motor; after use, bring it back to the “out” position. When the bike is off, place it on its side stand. WARNING It can be useful to use the front brake independently or to use the combined braking depending on the situation.
SM500 R E5 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND SEAT REMOVAL RIGHT LATERAL PANEL REMOVAL ADJUSTMENTS To access to some components it is necessary to The air filter are placed under the right lateral Carry out proper maintenance according to the remove the saddle by working as follows: panel (1).
SM500 R E5 CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL ENGINE OIL AND FILTER CHANGE METAL FILTER CLEANING Keeping the motorbike level and in a vertical po- After draining the oil as described above, operate WARNING sition, check the oil level through the inspection (1) as follows: Be careful not to touch hot engine oil.
SM500 R E5 Refit everything operating in reverse order from REPLACING THE FILTER CARTRIDGE Refit everything operating in reverse order from removal taking care to correctly position the O- After draining the oil as described above, operate removal taking care to correctly position the O- rings (11) and (12) (coupling torque 8 Nm with as follows: ring (20) and the spring (21).
SM500 R E5 COOLANT LEVEL CHECK WARNING COOLANT CHANGE Check level (1) in right-hand radiator when engine Never remove the radiator cap (3) with engine - Unscrew the three screws (1-1a) is cold (place the motorbike fully upright). The hot. There is the risk of liquid escaping and - Move the bracket (2) with the ABS control unit coolant must be 10 mm above the elements.
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SM500 R E5 Filling procedure - Check proper fastening of clamps (B). - Pour the required quantity of fluid in the radia- - Refit the bracket with the ABS control unit tor and refit the cap (4). (where provided) and the three screws (1). - Bring the engine to temperature to eliminate WARNING any air bubbles.
SM500 R E5 TANK REMOVAL - Remove the saddle and lateral panels as de- scribed in the relevant paragraphs. - Unscrew the two conveyor lower screws (1). - Unscrew the reservoir upper clamping screw (2) and detach the tank vent hose (3). - Position a rag under the quick coupling (4) of the fuel pipe;...
SM500 R E5 AIR FILTER CHECK, CLEANING AND/OR REPLACEMENT To gain access to the air filter, proceed as follows: - Remove the seat and the right side panel as de- scribed in the relevant paragraphs; - Unscrew the screw (1) positioned under the rear mudguard;...
SM500 R E5 SPARK PLUG CHECK CAUTION Spark plug (2) gap shall be 0.6-0.8mm. Change the spark plug, if necessary, using one A wider gap may cause difficulties in starting the having the same rating. engine and overload the coil. A spark plug with heat rating too high can cause A gap that is too narrow may cause difficulties pre-ignition and possible engine damage.
(B) COUNTER CLOCKWISE. Free play (a) must be the SWM Dealer. REAR BRAKE FLUID LEVEL CHECK at least 3 mm. The level must be above the mark (2) indicated in...
SM500 R E5 THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT WARNING HYDRAULIC CLUTCH FLUID LEVEL CHECK To check proper adjustment of the throttle contro Using the motorcycle with a damage throttle To check the fluid level, proceed as follows: transmission, operate as follows: control cable considerabl compromises safe Remove screws (1), cover (2) and rubber dia- - Turn throttle twistgrip (1) and make sure it has riding.
SM500 R E5 HYDRAULIC CLUTCH BLEEDING SUSPENSIONS Proceed as follows: Suspension calibration has been chosen after car- - Remove screws (1), cap (2) and rubber pump di- rying out many and strict tests in the various con- aphragm; ditions of use of the motorcycles; if you want to - Remove the bleeding nipple (3);...
SM500 R E5 STEERING WHEEL BALL PLAY ADJUSTMENT - Turn the steering ring nut (3) clockwise of the For safety reasons the steering should always be steering sleeve proper tool, to adjust play STEERING ANGLE ADJUSTMENT kept adjusted so that the handlebar rotates freely properly.
SM500 R E5 REAR BRAKE PEDAL POSITION ADJUSTMENT REAR BRAKE PEDAL FREE PLAY ADJUSTMENT WARNING The position of the rear brake pedal with respect The rear brake pedal (3) must have a free play (B) In the absence of the required free play, the to the footrest may be adjusted according to the of 5mm before the braking action starts.
SM500 R E5 ADJUSTING THE FRONT FORK FORK OIL LEVEL For regular fork operation, both legs must be pro- MODEL CALIBRATION vided with the necessary oil quantity. Remove the REBOUND COMPRESSION fork legs from the fork to check the oil level. Work SM 500 R 8 clicks 8 clicks...
C: Rear wheel shaft axis After changing the standard suspension setting, ride with care. We advise measuring the reference distance “A” before making any change. WARNING Never disassemble the shock absorber, which contains compressed gas. Contact your SWM Dealer for any major service. EN-48...
SM500 R E5 SHOCK ABSORBER HYDRAULIC BRAKE CHAIN ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTMENT Chain should be checked, adjusted and lubricated The shock absorber compression and rebound as per the “Maintenance Chart” to ensure safety MODEL REBOUND strokes can be adjusted separately. and prevent excessive wear. If the chain becomes STANDARD CALIBRATION MODEL COMPRESSION...
SM500 R E5 QUICK ADJUSTMENT CHAIN, FRONT SPROCKET, REAR SPROCKET In the point shown in the figure (B), insert a bush- WEAR CHECK ing (a) with diameter of 30 mm for SM 500 R (or, Check the chain wear as follows: as an alternative, a shim of the same size) and - Fully stretch the chain with the adjusting screws;...
SM500 R E5 Lubricating the chain with O-rings REMOVING THE FRONT WHEEL Lubricate, using specific sprays with the aid of a - Position a block or a stand under the engine in brush, both metal and rubber (O-rings) parts both such a way that the front wheel is lifted from the internally and externally;...
SM500 R E5 REASSEMBLING THE FRONT WHEEL - Fit the left spacer (D) on the wheel hub. - Fit the wheel between the fork legs. - Fit the previously greased wheel shaft (1) from the right side until it is fully home on the left leg; it is advisable to turn the wheel while carrying out this operation.
SM500 R E5 REMOVING THE REAR WHEEL TYRES Unscrew the nut (1) of the wheel shaft (3) and ex- Always keep the tyres properly inflated. Their pres- tract it. It is not necessary to loosen the chain ten- sure must always correspond to that specified in sioners (2) in this way, the chain tension will remain the "Technical data"...
SM500 R E5 BRAKES The key components of the braking systems are: brake master cylinder with its lever (front) or pedal (rear), brake lines, calliper assembly and disc. LEGEND 1. Front brake control lever 2. Front brake master cylinder 2A. Fluid reservoir 3.
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SM500 R E5 BRAKE PADS REMOVAL PADS WEAR Check brake pad wear. REAR Respect the service limit “A” indicated in the rela- - Remove clips (1). tive figures. - Slide out pin (2). If service limit is exceeded, always replace the pads - Remove pads.
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SM500 R E5 PAD CLEANING AND INSTALLATION BRAKE DISC WEAR Measure the thickness of each disc in the point of Pad cleaning maximum wear. Replace the disc if its wear ex- Make sure that there are no traces of brake fluid ceeds the limit provided.
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SM500 R E5 FLUID CHANGE Proceed as follows to change it: The brake fluid must be checked and replaced ac- - Remove the rubber cap on the bleed valve (1) cording to the Maintenance Table or if it has been or (1A);...
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SM500 R E5 WARNING ∙ Brake fluid quickly ruins painted surfaces; any spilled fluid should be completely wiped up immediately. ∙ Brake fluid may cause irritation. Avoid contact with skin or eyes. In case of contact, flush thoroughly and call a doctor if your eyes were exposed.
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SM500 R E5 FRONT BRAKING SYSTEM BLEED WARNING Brake system bleed must be carried out after fluid During bleeding operation, the fluid level inside replacement or when, because of the presence of the reservoir must never be below the minimum air in the circuit, the lever stroke becomes long and notch.
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SM500 R E5 REAR BRAKING SYSTEM BLEED If the bleeding operation has be done correctly, Note Brake system bleeding must be carried out after the pedal will have no mushy feel. If not, repeat the If following falls or repairs, the brake lever or pedal fluid is changed or when, because of the presence operation.
SM500 R E5 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS LOCATION The ignition system includes the following ele- ments: - Generator (1), in oil bath, on the inner side of L.H. crankcase cover; - Electronic coil (2) on the spark plug cap; - Electronic control unit (3) under the saddle; - Voltage regulator (4) under the fuel tank;...
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SM500 R E5 The electric system includes the following ele- ments: - Battery 12V-6Ah (10) under the saddle; - Direction indicators blinker device (11) posi- tioned on the left of the rear subframe; - Fuses (12) positioned on the utilities holder plate under the saddle;...
SM500 R E5 FUSES 15A fuse - Gas signal conditioning module Fuse malfunction could cause problems for the ABS control unit DC RELAY (POW) motorcycle. In order to access the fuses, do the 10A fuse - Head light following: ABS pump - Brakes Remove the saddle after turning the rear fastening 5A fuse...
SM500 R E5 CABLE COLOUR CODING Br/Y………………………………………………… Brown/Yellow Horn B………………………………………………………………………Blue G /Y …………………………………………………Green /Yellow Headlight Power relay B/Bk ………………………………………………………Blue/Black Y/R………………………………………………………Yellow/Red Bk………………………………………………………………… Black KEY TO WIRING DIAGRAM Fan Relay Br …………………………………………………………………Brown Engine ECU Stand support sensor Br/R…………………………………………………… Brown/Red Motor temperature sensor Br/W…………………………………………………...
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If electrolyte leaks, or other failure of the electrica - Remove the seat as described in the relevant par- with skin, eyes or clothing. system, are detected, contact the SWM Dealer. agraph; REMEDIES: CONTACT WITH THE SKIN: Flush with If the vehicle remains unused for long periods, it is - Release the battery fastening elastic;...
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SM500 R E5 HEADLIGHT PLATE LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT The headlight (1) is of LED type; replace it if faulty. Unscrew the screw (1) and remove the plate light (2) from the mudguard; TAIL LIGHT Remove the bulb holder (3) and the bulb (4) from The tail light (2) is of LED type;...
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SM500 R E5 HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT When checking the proper aiming of the headlight beam: inflate tyres at the right pressure, have a per- son sit astride the motorcycle and set the motorcy- cle perpendicular to its longitudinal axis. At 10 metres from a wall or screen, trace a horizon- tal line at the height of headlight centre and a ver- tical one, in line with vehicle longitudinal axis.
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SM500 R E5 PPENDIX CLEANING LONG PERIOD OF INACTIVITY Before washing the motorcycle, it is necessary to duly protect the following parts: When the motorcycle is to be stored for a certain period, it should be prepared for Rear opening of the muffler; storage as follows: Air filter intake;...
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SM500 R E5 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART (TO BE CARRIED OUT AT THE SWM DEALER) SM500 R E5 500 Km 2500 Km 4500Km 6500 Km 8500 Km REPLACE IF NECESSARY VALVES C (*) C (*) C (*) C (*) C (*)
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SM500 R E5 OIL FILTER CARTRIDGE CLUTCH HUB CLUTCH DISCS CLUTCH SPRING CLUTCH DISCS HOUSING DRIVE SPROCKET SPARK PLUG SPARK PLUG CAP AIR FILTER COOLANT HOSES AND CLAMPS POMPA ACQUA - RADIATORS HOSE COOLANT SIDE STAND CHAIN SLIDERS STEERING BEARINGS PLAY 73- EN...
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SM500 R E5 FRONT FORK HANDLEBAR HOLDERS AND FASTENING SET REAR SWING ARM BUSHING、REAR SUSPENSION LINKS BUSHINGS REAR SUSPENSION LINKS NEEDLE BEARINGS AND GUDGEON PIN REAR SHOCK ABSORBER THROTTLE CONTROL ASSY CLUTCH CONTROL ASSY BRAKE FLUID CBS SYSTEM FLUID BRAKE PADS FUEL HOSES WHEEL HUB BEARINGS REAR DRIVEN SPROCKET...
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SM500 R E5 BOWDEN CABLES TYRE PRESSURE AND WEAR HEADLAMP BEAM HEIGHT LIGHTS/INDICATIONS/ HORN INSTALLATIONS BOLTS AND NUTS TIGHTNESS GENERAL CHECK EXHAUST SYSTEM LUBRICATION SYSTEM Key for Maintenance Schedule: NOTE: H: Hours Upon every removal replace the gaskets. S: Replacement Replace screws and nuts if worn.
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SWM Motorcycles srl, Via Nino Bixio 8, 21024 Biandronno (VA), Italy ph. +390332769911, fax +390332769958, info@swm-motorcycles.it, www.swm-motorcycles.it Assembled in CN -Imported by SWM Motorcycles...
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