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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.
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Congratulations on your purchase of a new The following codes in this manual ● Honda vehicle. Your selection of a Honda indicate each destination. makes you part of a worldwide family of The illustrations here in are based on the ●...
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A Few Words About Safety DANGER Your safety, and the safety of others, is very 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 safety, we have provided operating WARNING procedures and other information on safety...
Safety Guidelines Safety Guidelines Before Riding Make sure that you are physically fit, mentally Follow these guidelines to enhance your safety: focused, and free of alcohol and drugs. Check Perform all routine and regular inspections ● that you and your passenger are both wearing specified in this manual.
Safety Guidelines Ride Defensively Ride within Your Limits Always pay attention to other vehicles around Never ride beyond your personal abilities or you, and do not assume that other drivers see faster than conditions warrant. Fatigue and you. Be prepared to stop quickly or perform an inattention can impair your ability to use good evasive maneuver.
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Safety Guidelines Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition If You are Involved in a Crash It's important to keep your vehicle properly Personal safety is your first priority. If you or maintained and in safe riding condition. anyone else has been injured, take time to...
Safety Guidelines WARNING Carbon Monoxide Hazard Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a Running the engine of your vehicle colourless, odorless gas. Breathing carbon while in an enclosed or even partially monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and enclosed area can cause a rapid build- may lead to death.
Image Labels Image Labels The following pages describe the label Read instructions contained in Owner's meanings. Some labels warn you of Manual carefully. potential hazards that could cause serious injury. Others provide important safety Read instructions contained in Shop Manual information.
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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.
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Image Labels RADIATOR CAP LABEL DANGER NEVER OPEN WHEN HOT. Hot coolant will scald you. Relief pressure valve begins to open at 1.1 kgf/cm ACCESSORIES AND LOADING WARNING LABEL WARNING ED type ACCESSORIES AND LOADING • The safety stability and handling of this vehicle may be affected by the addition of accessories and luggage.
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Image Labels REAR CUSHION LABEL CB1000 GAS FILLED Do not open. Do not heat. TYRE INFORMATION & DRIVE CHAIN LABEL Cold tyre pressure: [Driver only] Front 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm , 36 psi) Rear 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm , 42 psi) [Driver and passenger] Front 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm , 36 psi)
Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Helmet Safety-standard certified, high-visibility, correct Ride cautiously and keep your hands on the size for your head ● handlebar and feet on the footpegs. Must fit comfortably but securely, with the ● Instruct your passenger to keep their hands chin strap fastened ●...
Riding Precautions Riding Precautions Gloves Full-finger leather gloves with high abrasion resistance Running-in Period Boots or Riding Shoes During the first 500 km (300 miles) of running, follow these guidelines to ensure your vehicle's Sturdy boots with non-slip soles and ankle future reliability and performance.
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Riding Precautions Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Brakes This model is equipped with an Anti-lock Brake Observe the following guidelines: System (ABS) designed to help prevent the Avoid excessively hard braking and ● brakes from locking up during hard braking. downshifting. ABS does not reduce braking distance.
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Riding Precautions Engine Braking Parking Engine braking helps slow your vehicle down Park on a firm, level surface. ● when you release the throttle. For further If you must park on a slight incline or loose ● slowing action, downshift to a lower gear. Use surface, park so that the vehicle cannot engine braking with intermittent use of the move or fall over.
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Riding Precautions Parking with the Side Stand Refuelling and Fuel Guidelines Stop the engine. Follow these guidelines to protect the engine, Push the side stand down. fuel system and catalytic converter: Slowly lean the vehicle to the left until its Use only unleaded petrol.
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Torque Control may not compensate for rough Honda Selectable Torque Control road conditions or rapid throttle operation. When the Honda Selectable Torque Control Always consider road and weather conditions, (Torque Control) detects rear wheel spin during as well as your skills and condition, when acceleration, the system will limit the amount of applying throttle.
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.
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 and never exceed 130 km/h (80 mph) for the load you are carrying.
Parts Location Rear seat (P.121) Document bag (P.97) Main fuse/ABS fuse (P.158) Rear brake fluid reservoir (P.126) Fuse box (P.158) Engine oil fill cap (P.122) Throttle grip (P.135) Front brake fluid reservoir (P.126) Front suspension rebound damping/compression damping adjuster (P.138) (P.139) Front brake lever (P.136)
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Clutch lever (P.132) Front suspension spring preload adjuster (P.137) Fuel fill cap (P.93) CB1000 Rear suspension rebound damping adjuster (P.142) Front seat (P.120) Battery (P.118) Tool kit (P.97) CB1000SP Rear suspension spring preload/ rebound damping/compression damping adjuster (P.140) Drive chain (P.130) CB1000 Rear suspension spring preload...
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Instruments Do not operate the display functions for a long time with the engine stopped. It may result in a low (or dead) battery.
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Speedometer/Tachometer/Riding mode/Side stand indicator area (P.26) Status bar (P.25) FUEL/RANGE area Selectable area (P.28) (P.36) Gear position indicator area (P.27) INFO area /Pop-up information (P.30) (P.67) Continued...
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Instruments (Continued) The meter has three display types. The display and arrangement change depending on each display type. Initial setting is BAR. Tachometer is available when display type is BAR or CIRCLE. To change the display type: (P.51) Display type: CIRCLE Display type: SIMPLE Gear position indicator Gear position indicator...
Status bar Status icons Warning indicator Comes on when your vehicle has ED type Displays the Honda RoadSync warning information. status. Also it is displayed as pop-up (P.76) information in the INFO area. (P.67) High beam indicator Clock (12-hour or 24-hour display) To set the clock: (P.56)
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Instruments (Continued) Speedometer/Tachometer/Riding mode/Side stand indicator area Display type: BAR Tachometer red zone Tachometer (excessive engine rpm range) Tachometer is available when display type is BAR or CIRCLE. The tachometer colour changes when the engine revolutions exceed the set value of SHIFT POINT. Speedometer You can turn on/off this function.
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Gear position indicator area Gear position indicator The gear position is shown in the gear position indicator. “-” appears when the transmission is not shifted properly. Quick shifter indicator CB1000SP No display : Quick Shifter system is disabled. : Quick Shifter upshifting is enabled. : Quick Shifter downshifting is enabled.
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Instruments (Continued) FUEL/RANGE area This area has two information. You can choose whether to display the FUEL (fuel gauge) or RANGE (available driving distance). To change the FUEL mode: (P.39) FUEL When remaining fuel is below approximately 3.8 L (1.00 US gal, 0.84 Imp gal), FUEL is automatically switched to RANGE.
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RANGE Displays the estimated distance you can travel on the remaining fuel. The indicated available driving distance is calculated based on driving conditions, and the indicated figure may not always be the actual allowable distance. Display range: 999 to 5 km (999 to 3 mile) •...
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Instruments (Continued) Multi-information display TOTAL INFO area INST. CONS. Pressing the of the sel switch switches between the information display TRIP A selected in the FAVORITE INFO setting. FAVORITE INFO setting: CONS. A (P.54) AVG CONS. A TRIP B CONS. B AVG CONS.
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You can select from below items as display Odometer [TOTAL] information. Total distance ridden. If no item is selected, the INFO area is not displayed. • Odometer [TOTAL] • Current fuel mileage [INST. CONS.] When “------” is displayed, go to your dealer •...
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Instruments (Continued) When it is not displayed properly except for Current fuel mileage [INST. CONS.] the above-mentioned case, go to your dealer Displays the current instant fuel mileage. for service. Display range: 0 to 4 L/100 km (0 to 40 km/L, 0 to 100 MPG, or 0 to 25 mile/L) “MPG”...
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Tripmeter [TRIP A/B] Fuel consumption [CONS. A/B] Distance ridden since tripmeter was reset. Displays the fuel consumption since the selected tripmeter was reset. The fuel consumption will be calculated based on value of the tripmeter A or B. Display range: 0.0 to 299.9 L (gal) “gal”...
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Instruments (Continued) Average fuel mileage [AVG CONS. Display range: 0.0 to 299.9 L/100 km (km/L, A/B] MPG, or mile/L) Displays the average fuel mileage since the “MPG” and “mile/L” are for ED type only. selected tripmeter was reset. • Above 299.9 L/100km : “---.-” is displayed. The average fuel mileage will be calculated •...
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Average speed [AVG SPEED] BLANK display Displays the average speed since when the Displays the blank. engine starts. Display range: 0 to 299 km/h (0 to 186 mph) “mph” is for ED type only. • Initial display: “---” is displayed. •...
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• Riding mode setting (P.37) • FAVORITE SWITCH (Fuel mode) General (P.39) • General menu menu (P.37) Honda • Honda RoadSync operation (P.76) RoadSync • Honda RoadSync mute Move to Honda RoadSync operation display. Honda RoadSync mute Mute audio and sound.
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Riding mode Status display Pressing and holding the switch while MODE riding mode is [USER1] or [USER2] can set the riding mode parameters. Fuel mode Setting the riding mode: (P.85) FAVORITE SWITCH (Fuel mode) FAVORITE SWITCH is same as Fuel mode TRIP RESET mode (P.39)
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Instruments (Continued) Status display Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Display the information selected in the FAVORITE INFO setting. Pressing the of the sel switch selects between the four pages and riding mode parameters. There is two items in a page except riding mode parameters.
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Select the fuel mode and press the Fuel mode sel switch. You can select whether to display FUEL or (P.37) RANGE in the FUEL/RANGE area. (P.28) When remaining fuel is below 3.8 L (1.00 US gal, 0.84 Imp gal), the FUEL automatically switches to the RANGE.
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Instruments (Continued) Press and hold the of the TRIP RESET mode switch. Select the TRIP RESET mode and press When the tripmeter A/B is reset, fuel of the sel switch. (P.37) consumption [CONS. A/B] and average fuel mileage [AVG CONS. A/B] based on each tripmeter are reset at the same time.
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Setting mode Press the of the sel switch to shift to setting mode. To shift to setting mode, stop the vehicle. Setting mode: (P.42) Continued...
Instruments (Continued) Setting mode To shift to the setting mode Press the of the sel switch when the selectable area displays setting mode. (P.37) The clock, indicators, and speedometer are displayed at the top of the screen while the setting mode is displayed.
Setting flow Setting mode RIDING MODE (P.47) QUICK SHIFTER CB1000SP (P.48) FUNCTION SHIFT POINT (P.49) TRIP A AUTO RESET (P.50) HISS (P.50) DISPLAY Push/Press Continued...
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Instruments (Continued) FUNCTION DISPLAY TYPE (P.51) BRIGHTNESS (P.52) DISPLAY BACKGROUND (P.53) FAVORITE INFO (P.54) (P.56) FAVORITE SWITCH GENERAL Push/Press...
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DISPLAY DATE & TIME (P.56) UNIT (P.57) LANGUAGE (P.58) GENERAL RESTORE DEFAULT (P.59) ED type (P.60) BLUETOOTH PAIRING RESET SERVICE Push/Press Continued...
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Instruments (Continued) GENERAL MAINTENANCE (P.61) EQUIPMENT (P.65) SERVICE QS INITIALIZE (P.65) CB1000SP SYSTEM INFORMATION (P.66) Push/Press...
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FUNCTION Select the parameters (“P”, “EB”, or “T”) or PRESET MODE using the of the RIDING MODE (P.81) sel switch. You can change the setting values of the PRESET MODE allows you to check the [USER 1] and [USER 2]. settings of other riding modes.
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Instruments (Continued) Select UP or DOWN using the QUICK SHIFTER sel switch. CB1000SP Select the desired setting using the You can change the setting of the Quick of the sel switch. Shifter. Press the of the sel switch to confirm UP: Change the setting for upshifting.
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If you select the (active), you can switch to SHIFT POINT the shift point value setting by pressing the You can switch the shift up mode to the of the sel switch. (active) or (inactive). (P.26) Select the desired setting value using the Select the (active) or (inactive) using the of the...
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Instruments (Continued) TRIP A AUTO RESET HISS You can switch the tripmeter A automatic You can switch the HISS indicator blinking to reset mode to the (active) or (inactive). the (blink) or (off). Select the (blink) or (off) using the (P.40) of the sel switch.
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DISPLAY DISPLAY TYPE You can change the display type. (P.24) Select the display type (“BAR”, “CIRCLE”, or “SIMPLE”) using the of the switch. Press the of the sel switch to confirm the setting. Continued...
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Instruments (Continued) If you select “MANUAL,” you can switch to BRIGHTNESS the backlight brightness setting by pressing You can adjust the backlight brightness to of the sel switch. one of the eight levels or select the auto Select the backlight brightness using the adjustment.
BACKGROUND You can change the setting of the background colour to “WHITE,” “BLACK,” or “AUTO” adjustment. Automatic Brightness Control: (P.166) Select the background colour using the of the sel switch. Press the of the sel switch to confirm the setting. Continued...
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Instruments (Continued) Select the item using the of the FAVORITE INFO sel switch. You can change the information items Pressing the of the sel switch can displayed in the INFO area and the status switch if the item is displayed or not. display in the selectable area.
Status display Select the tab of the status display using the of the sel switch and press the Select the status display using the of the sel button. of the sel switch and press the of the button. Select the item using the of the sel switch.
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Instruments (Continued) GENERAL FAVORITE SWITCH ”FAVORITE SWITCH” is displayed but not DATE & TIME selectable. Select the day, month, year, hour, minute, “24 / 12”, and “AM / PM” using the of the sel switch. Select the desired setting using the of the sel switch.
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UNIT ED type Select the “SPEED” or “FUEL CONS.” using ED type of the sel switch. You can change the speed unit and fuel Select the desired setting using the mileage meter unit. of the sel switch. “TEMP” is displayed but not selectable. Press the of the sel switch to confirm...
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Instruments (Continued) LANGUAGE You can change the system language. Select the language using the sel switch. Press the of the sel switch to change the language. When language is changed, the bar changes to green Press the of the sel switch to confirm the setting.
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The following items are restored to their RESTORE DEFAULT default values: Pressing and holding the of the • RIDING MODE switch can return the set values to default settings. • CB1000SP QUICK SHIFTER • SHIFT POINT • TRIP A AUTO RESET •...
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Instruments (Continued) BLUETOOTH PAIRING RESET When the “YES” is selected Press and hold the of the ED type switch. Your smartphone connection is You can reset the pairing record of deleted and the pairing record is reset. Bluetooth ® When reset is complete, “FINISHED” will Reset a Bluetooth pairing record after ®...
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SERVICE Display range: DISTANCE: MAINTENANCE ED type PERIODIC MAINTENANCE -----, -99,999 to 12,000 km You can check the next periodic inspection (-99,999 to 8,000 mile) timing. GS type You can change the setting of the next -----, -99,999 to 6,000 km periodic inspection timing.
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Instruments (Continued) OIL CHANGE Display range: You can check the next engine oil change DISTANCE: timing. -----, -99,999 to 12,875 km You can change the setting of the next (-99,999 to 8,000 mile) engine oil change timing. “mile” is for ED type only. DATE: Date Month: ---, JAN to DEC...
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The pop-up information appears in the BATTERY VOLTAGE ordinary display when it reaches either of the Displays the current voltage. following. (P.67) 500 km (300 mile) from the next periodic ● inspection. 100 km (60 mile) from the next engine oil ●...
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Instruments (Continued) WATER TEMP WARNING INFO Displays the current coolant temperature. Displays each warning information and maintenance information. • Below 34 ℃: “---” is displayed. If there is no warning information to display, • Between 122 ℃ and 131 ℃: current it displays nothing.
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EQUIPMENT QS INITIALIZE ”EQUIPMENT” is displayed but not selectable. CB1000SP ”QS INITIALIZE” is displayed but not selectable. Continued...
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Instruments (Continued) SYSTEM INFORMATION Displays the system information.
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Pop-up information In the following cases, pop-up information appear at the INFO area. Maintenance information: ● When the inspection timing of your vehicle is approaching. Warning indicator: ● When malfunction is detected. Riding mode: ● When the riding mode changes. When your vehicle has multiple pieces of information, pop-up information display appears alternately.
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Instruments (Continued) Warning Information Indication Explanation Remedy Low oil pressure indicator If it comes on while riding: (P.148) High coolant temperature If it comes on while indicator riding: (P.147) Riding mode Indication Explanation Remedy It indicates current riding Riding mode: (P.81) mode when you change riding mode.
Indicators If one of these indicators does not come on when it should, have your dealer check for problems. Refer to the “Instruments” about indicators appeared on the display: (P.25) (P.26) Left turn signal indicator PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) Comes on briefly when the ignition switch is turned to the (On) position.
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Indicators (Continued) Torque Control indicator • Comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the (On) position. Goes off when your speed reaches approximately 5 km/h (3 mph) to indicate Torque Control is ready to work. • Blinks when Torque Control is operating. If it comes on while riding: (P.151) Right turn signal indicator...
Switches Engine stop switch/ Start button Should normally remain in the (Run) position. In an emergency, switch to the (Stop) position to stop the engine. Left handlebar switch (P.74) Hazard switch : Hazard is on. : Hazard is off.
Ignition Switch (On) Switches the electrical system on/off, locks Turns electrical system the steering. on for starting/riding. Key can be removed when in the (Off) or (Off) (Lock) position. Turns engine off. (Lock) Locks steering. Continued...
• : Low beam • : Flashes the high beam headlight. Sel switch Used to operate and set the display and the Honda RoadSync. (P.76) Horn button Turn signal switch Pressing the switch turns the turn signals off. switch MODE Used to change the riding mode.
Steering Lock Locking Turn the handlebar all the way to the left. Lock the steering when parking to help Push the key down, and turn the ignition prevent theft. switch to the (Lock) position. A U-shaped wheel lock or similar device is Jiggle the handlebar if the lock is difficult also recommended.
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Honda RoadSync For terms of service and information on how ED type Connecting your smartphone with the vehicle to install/operate the dedicated application, and a Bluetooth headset via Bluetooth see the following URL: ® ® allows you to operate the smartphone by https://global.honda/voice-control-system/...
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are ® registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Honda Motors Co., Ltd., is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Continued...
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Honda RoadSync functionality obey traffic laws while riding. and services. WARNING Honda cannot and does not provide any Using the Honda RoadSync while riding warranty or guarantee of future Honda can take your attention away from the RoadSync performance or functionality.
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Select the BLUETOOTH PAIRING RESET Pairing your smartphone via menu. Bluetooth ® (P.42) (P.60) Press and hold the on the sel switch Make a Bluetooth pairing after stopping at a ® to select “YES.” (P.60) safe place. Press of the sel switch to cancel the pairing.
Honda RoadSync (Continued) “PROCEEDING...” is displayed and the When pairing is complete, “FINISHED” will system will be in pairing standby. be displayed. Perform the pairing operation by the Even if you do not complete, “FINISHED” will be displayed about 2 minutes after.
Riding mode You can change the riding mode. P level The riding mode consists of the following (Engine power output level) parameters. Current riding mode T level P: Engine output level (Torque control level) EB: Engine brake level T: Torque control level EB level (Engine brake level) Continued...
Riding mode (Continued) Riding mode has five modes. [SPORT] : This mode is suitable for sports Available riding modes: [STANDARD], riding. You can feel the higher engine [SPORT], [RAIN], [USER1], and [USER2]. response compared to STANDARD. [RAIN] : Good for stable riding on slippery In following three riding modes, you cannot surfaces such as rainy conditions.
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P level (Engine power output level) T level (Torque control level) P level has three setting levels. T level has three setting levels or can be Available setting range: 1 to 3 turned off. Level 1 has the least power. Available setting range: 0 to 3 Level 3 has the most power.
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Riding mode (Continued) Selecting the riding mode STANDARD You can change the riding mode using the switch. MODE Stop the vehicle. SPORT Press the switch with the throttle MODE fully closed. RAIN switch MODE USER1 USER2 Press the switch MODE...
Setting the riding mode Select the setting level using the on the sel switch. You can change the P, EB, and T levels on T level can be changed to 0 (off) by the [USER1] and [USER2] of the riding mode. pressing and holding the of the sel switch while selecting the T...
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Riding mode (Continued) Press the on the sel switch Press the on the sel switch Press the on the sel switch Press the on the sel switch Press and hold the on the sel switch T level only...
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 ignition switch to the (Off) is cold or warm. position and wait 10 seconds before trying to start the engine again to recover battery voltage.
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Starting the Engine (Continued) Press the start button with the throttle If the engine does not start: completely closed. 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 (0.1 in), The engine will not start at this time.
Shifting Gears Your vehicle transmission has 6 forward gears in a one-down, five-up shift pattern. If you put the vehicle in gear with the side stand down, the engine will shut off. Continued...
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Shifting Gears (Continued) Quick Shifter You can turn the Quick Shifter active or ● inactive, also can adjust the shift pedal CB1000SP This system enables very quick up and down load level for activating the Quick Shifter shifting without clutch and throttle during up and down shifting.
Emergency Stop Signal Emergency stop signal activates when the The emergency stop signal stops operating system detects hard braking about 50 km/h when: (31 mph) or above to alert drivers behind you You release the brakes. ● about sudden braking by rapidly flashing The ABS is deactivated.
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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 operate while the hazard switch is on.
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Refuelling Ignition key Lock cover Opening the Fuel Fill Cap Open the lock cover, insert the ignition key, Level plate and turn it clockwise to open the cap. Closing the Fuel Fill Cap After refuelling, push the fuel fill cap closed until it locks.
USB Use USB devices at your own risk. In no event cable to the USB socket. shall Honda be liable for any damage to your Connect a certified USB cable to the socket. USB device when in use.
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To prevent the battery from becoming weak (or dead), keep the engine running while drawing current from the socket. To prevent entry of foreign matter into the socket, be sure to close the cap. Carefully secure all connected devices, as vibration may cause damage to them or they could shift unexpectedly.
Storage Equipment Helmet Holder WARNING The helmet holders are located underside of Riding with a helmet attached to the the rear seat. holder can interfere with the rear wheel Use the helmet holders only when parked. or suspension and could cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or Helmet holder killed.
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Tool Kit Document Bag The tool kit is located under the rear seat by The document bag is located under the rear the rubber strap. seat by the rubber strap. Rubber strap Rubber strap Tool kit Document bag Removing the Rear Seat Removing the Rear Seat (P.121) (P.121)
Maintenance Please read “Importance of Maintenance” and “Maintenance Fundamentals” carefully before attempting any maintenance. Refer to “Specifications” for service data. Importance of Maintenance ......P. 99 Clutch ..............P. 132 Maintenance Schedule........P. 100 Throttle .............. P. 135 Maintenance Fundamentals ......P. 105 Other Adjustments..........
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.
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.
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: Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace, if necessary) dealer, unless you have the necessary tools and are Replace mechanically skilled. Lubricate Procedures are provided in an official Honda Shop Clean Manual. : Technical. In the interest of safety, have your vehicle serviced by your dealer.
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Maintenance Schedule Frequency Pre-ride Annual Regular Refer to Items Check × 1,000 km Check Replace page P. 105 × 1,000 mi Exhaust Gas Control Valve – Cable (CB1000SP only) Drive Chain Every 1,000 km (600 mi): Drive Chain Slider – Brake Fluid 2 Years Brake Pads Wear...
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Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace, if necessary) dealer, unless you have the necessary tools and are Replace mechanically skilled. Lubricate Procedures are provided in an official Honda Shop Clean Manual. : Technical. In the interest of safety, have your vehicle serviced by your dealer.
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Maintenance Schedule Frequency Pre-ride Annual Regular Refer to Items Check × 1,000 km Check Replace page P. 105 × 1,000 mi Exhaust Gas Control Valve – Cable Drive Chain Every 1,000 km (600 mi): Drive Chain Slider – Brake Fluid 2 Years Brake Pads Wear Brake System...
Maintenance Fundamentals Drive chain - Check condition and slack, Pre-ride Inspection ● adjust and lubricate if necessary P. 130 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.
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Maintenance Fundamentals WARNING Replacing Parts Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their Installing non-Honda parts may make equivalents to ensure reliability and safety. your vehicle unsafe and cause a crash in ED type which you can be seriously hurt or When ordering coloured components, specify killed.
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Maintenance Fundamentals Battery This symbol on the battery means that this product must not be treated as Your vehicle has a maintenance-free type household waste. battery. You do not have to check the battery electrolyte level or add distilled water. Clean the NOTICE battery terminals if they become dirty or An improperly disposed of battery can be...
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Maintenance Fundamentals WARNING What to do in an emergency 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 water for at least 15 minutes.
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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.
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“Resource Conserving” on the circular API For recommended engine oil, see service symbol. “Specifications.” P. 183 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 ●...
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Brake fluid can damage plastic and painted surfaces. Wipe up spills immediately and wash thoroughly. Recommended brake fluid: Normal Worn Damaged Honda DOT 4 Brake Fluid or equivalent (GOOD) (REPLACE) (REPLACE) Drive Chain The drive chain must be inspected and NOTICE Use of a new chain with worn sprockets will cause lubricated regularly.
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Maintenance Fundamentals Do not use a steam cleaner, a high pressure Cleaning and Lubricating cleaner, a wire brush, volatile solvent such as After inspecting the slack, clean the chain and petrol and benzene, abrasive cleaner, chain sprockets while rotating the rear wheel. Use a cleaner or lubricant NOT designed specifically dry cloth with chain cleaner designed for O-ring chains as these can damage the...
Hong Kong, Singapore Use only genuine HONDA PRE-MIX COOLANT Except Hong Kong, Singapore without diluting with water. Genuine HONDA Pro Honda HP Coolant is a pre-mixed solution PRE-MIX COOLANT is excellent at preventing of antifreeze and distilled water. corrosion and overheating.
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Maintenance Fundamentals Inspecting for Damage Tyres (Inspecting/Replacing) Checking the Air Pressure Inspect the tyres for Visually inspect your tyres and use an air cuts, slits, or cracks that pressure gauge to measure the air pressure at expose fabric or cords, least once a month or any time you think the or nails or other tyres look low.
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Maintenance Fundamentals WARNING Inspecting Tread Depth Inspect the tread wear indicators. If they Riding on tyres that are excessively become visible, replace the tyres immediately. worn or improperly inflated can cause a For safe riding, you should replace the tyres crash in which you can be seriously hurt when the minimum tread depth is reached.
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Always use the size and type of tyres speed rating, and load range. recommended in this owner's manual. Have the wheel balanced with Honda ● Genuine balance weights or equivalent after the tyre is installed.
Tools The tool kit is stored under the rear seat. P. 121 You can perform some roadside repairs, minor adjustments and parts replacement with the provided tools. Standard/Phillips screwdriver ● Screwdriver handle ● BFR adjuster ● 5 mm Hex wrench ●...
Removing & Installing Body Components Battery Removal Make sure the ignition switch is in the (Off) position. Positive terminal Remove the front seat. P. 120 Negative terminal Terminal nut Unhook the rubber strap from right side. Battery Disconnect the negative - terminal from the battery.
Removing & Installing Body Components Battery Installation Install the parts in the reverse order of removal. Always connect the positive + terminal first. Make sure bolts and nuts are tight. Make sure the clock information is correct after the battery is reconnected. P.
Removing & Installing Body Components Front Seat Front Seat Removal Remove the rear seat. P. 121 Mounting bolts Remove the mounting bolts and washers, Washer and then pull the front seat back and up. Remove the collars. Washer Installation Front seat Install the collars.
Removing & Installing Body Components Rear Seat Rear Seat Removal Move the seat strap forward. Rear seat Insert the ignition key into the seat lock. Turn the ignition key clockwise, then pull Recess the rear seat up and forward. Installation Insert the tab into the recess.
Engine Oil Checking the Engine Oil Oil fill cap If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 to 5 minutes. Turn the ignition switch to the (Off) Dipstick position and wait for 2 to 3 minutes. Place your vehicle in an upright position on a firm, level surface.
Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil NOTICE Overfilling with oil or operating with insufficient oil can cause damage to your engine. Do not mix If the engine oil is below or near the lower different brands and grades of oil. They may level mark, add the recommended engine oil.
Coolant Checking the Coolant UPPER level Reserve tank 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 the UPPER level and LOWER level marks on the reserve tank.
Coolant Adding Coolant Adding Coolant WARNING Removing the radiator cap while the If the coolant level is below the LOWER level engine is hot can cause the coolant to mark, add the recommended coolant spray out, potentially scalding you. P. 113) until the level reaches the UPPER level mark.
Brakes Checking Brake Fluid If the brake fluid level in either reservoir is below the LWR mark or LOWER level mark or the brake lever and pedal freeplay becomes Place your vehicle in an upright position excessive, inspect the brake pads for wear. on a firm, level surface.
Brakes Inspecting the Brake Pads Inspecting the Brake Pads Front Pads CB1000 Check the condition of the brake pad wear indicators. The pads need to be replaced if a Front brake pad is worn to the bottom of the Wear indicators indicator.
Brakes Adjusting the Brakelight Switch Adjusting the Brakelight Switch Inspect the brake pads from the rear Rear right of the vehicle. Check the operation of the brakelight switch. Rear Hold the brakelight switch and turn the Pads 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.
Side Stand Checking the Side Stand Check that the side stand operates smoothly. If the side stand is stiff or squeaky, clean the pivot area and lubricate the pivot bolt with clean grease. Check the spring for damage or loss of tension.
Drive Chain Inspecting the Drive Chain Do not ride your vehicle if the slack exceeds 68 mm (2.7 in). Slack Swing-arm Check the drive chain slack at several points Drive chain along the chain. If the slack is not constant at slider all points, some links may be kinked and binding.
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Drive Chain Checking the Drive Chain Slider Checking the Drive Chain Slider Wear limit lines Check the condition of the drive chain slider. The drive chain slider will need to be replaced if the chain slider is worn to the wear limit lines.
Clutch Checking the Clutch Check the clutch cable for kinks or signs of wear. If necessary, have it replaced by your Checking the Clutch Lever Freeplay dealer. Lubricate the clutch cable with a Check the clutch lever freeplay. commercially available cable lubricant to Freeplay at the clutch lever: prevent premature wear and corrosion.
Clutch Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay Adjusting the Clutch Lever Upper clutch cable adjuster Freeplay Upper Adjustment Attempt adjustment with the upper clutch cable adjuster first. Turn the clutch cable adjuster until the freeplay is 10 - 20 mm (0.4 - 0.8 in). Continued...
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Clutch Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay Lower Adjustment Adjusting nut If the upper clutch cable adjuster is threaded out near its limit, or the correct freeplay cannot be obtained, attempt adjustment with the lower clutch cable adjusting nut. Turn the upper clutch cable adjuster all the way in to provide maximum freeplay.
Throttle Checking the Throttle With the engine off, check that the throttle rotates smoothly from fully closed to fully open. If the throttle does not move smoothly or close automatically, have the vehicle inspected by your dealer. Throttle...
Other Adjustments Adjusting the Brake Lever Index mark You can adjust the distance between the brake lever and handle grip. Adjuster Adjustment method Turn the adjuster until the numbers align with the index mark in the desired position during pushing the lever forward. Forward After adjustment, check that the lever operates correctly before riding.
Other Adjustments Adjusting the Front Suspension Adjusting the Front Suspension Adjuster Spring Preload You can adjust the spring preload by the adjuster to suit the load or the road surface. Turn the adjuster using the BFR adjuster provided in the tool kit. P.
Other Adjustments Adjusting the Front Suspension Rebound Damping TEN adjuster You can adjust the rebound damping by the TEN adjuster to suit the load or the road surface. Turn the adjuster using the BFR adjuster provided in the tool kit. P.
Other Adjustments Adjusting the Front Suspension Compression Damping COM adjuster You can adjust the compression damping by the COM adjuster to suit the load or the road surface. Turn the adjuster using the BFR adjuster provided in the tool kit. P.
Other Adjustments Adjusting the Rear Suspension Adjusting the Rear Suspension Pin spanner Spring Preload CB1000 You can adjust the spring preload by the adjuster to suit the load or the road surface. Turn the adjuster using the pin spanner and extension bar provided in the tool kit.
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Other Adjustments Adjusting the Rear Suspension CB1000SP 8 x 12 mm open end wrench You can adjust the spring preload by the adjuster to suit the load or the road surface. Turn the adjuster using the 8 x 12 mm open end wrench provided in the tool kit.
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Other Adjustments Adjusting the Rear Suspension Rebound Damping Standard/Phillips screwdriver CB1000 You can adjust the rebound damping by the TEN adjuster to suit the load or the road surface. TEN adjuster Turn the adjuster using the Standard/Phillips screwdriver provided in the tool kit. P.
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Other Adjustments Adjusting the Rear Suspension CB1000SP You can adjust the rebound damping by the REB adjuster to suit the load or the road surface. The REB adjuster has 22 clicks. Turn clockwise to increase rebound damping (hard), or turn counterclockwise to decrease rebound damping (soft).
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Other Adjustments Adjusting the Rear Suspension Compression Damping CB1000SP You can adjust the compression damping by the COMP adjuster to suit the load or the road surface. The COMP adjuster has 22 clicks. Turn clockwise to increase compression damping (hard), or turn counterclockwise to decrease compression damping (soft).
Engine Will Not Start (HISS indicator stays on) Starter Motor Operates But Check if there are no any metallic seals or stickers on the key. Engine Does Not Start If the HISS indicator still stays on, have your vehicle inspected by your dealer. Check the following items: Check the correct engine starting Starter Motor Does Not...
Overheating (High coolant temperature/warning indicators are 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 and ● warning indicator come on. If the fan is not operating: Suspect a fault.
Warning Indicators On or Flashing Low Oil Pressure Indicator Rapid acceleration may momentarily cause the low oil pressure indicator to come on, especially if the oil is at or near the low level. If the low oil pressure indicator comes on, If the low oil pressure indicator stays on when pull safely to the side of the road and stop the oil level is at the proper level, stop the...
Warning Indicators On or Flashing PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel What to do when the indicator lamp comes on Injection) Malfunction Avoid high speeds and immediately get your Indicator Lamp (MIL) vehicle inspected at a dealer. NOTICE Reasons for the indicator lamp to come If you drive with the malfunction indicator lamp...
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...
Warning Indicators On or Flashing Torque Control Indicator Torque Control Indicator The Torque Control indicator may come on if you rotate the rear wheel while your vehicle is lifted off the ground. In this case, turn the If the indicator operates in one of the ignition switch to the (Off) position, and following ways, you may have a serious...
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.
Other Warning Indications Coolant Temperature Gauge Failure Indication Coolant Temperature Gauge Failure Indication If the cooling system has an error, “---” blinks as shown in the illustration. If this occurs, see your dealer as soon as possible.
Tyre Puncture WARNING Repairing a puncture or removing a wheel 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.
Smartphone Pairing Trouble ED type Symptom Cause/remedy Some smartphones you use may be incompatible with the vehicle and/or the operable functions may be limited. Check that the vehicle and smartphone are both in pairing mode. P. 79 Check your surroundings to make sure no other device being paired is present before re-pairing.
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Smartphone Pairing Trouble Symptom Cause/remedy Depending on the smartphone you use, it may take some time for the vehicle to connect to a smartphone and to start using a dedicated application. The connection may be temporarily disconnected when starting the engine, which is normal and not a malfunction. The smartphone will be reconnected after the engine is started.
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.
Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse Blown Fuse Fuse box cover Fuse puller Spare fuses Before handling fuses, see “Inspecting and Replacing Fuses.” P. 109 Fuse Box Fuses Remove the front seat. P. 120 Remove the fuse box cover. Pull the fuses out one by one with provided fuse puller and check for a blown fuse.
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Electrical Trouble Blown Fuse Main Fuse & ABS Fuse Remove the front seat. P. 120 Disconnect the negative - terminal from Starter magnetic switch cover the battery. P. 118 Spare fuse (30 A) Remove the starter magnetic switch cover. Pull the main fuse and ABS fuse out one by one and check for a blown fuse.
Information Service Diagnostic Recorders....... P. 161 Keys..............P. 162 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features... P. 163 Caring for Your Vehicle........P. 172 Storing Your Vehicle........P. 176 Transporting Your Vehicle ......P. 177 You & the Environment ......... P. 177 Serial Numbers ..........
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Keys Keys If you lose a key, make another duplicate key immediately. Ignition Key To make a duplicate key and register it with This vehicle has two ignition keys and a key tag your HISS system, take the spare key, the key with a key number and a bar code.
Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Instruments, Controls, & Odometer Other Features The display remains at 999,999 when the odometer exceeds 999,999. Ignition Switch Tripmeter Leaving the ignition switch in the (On) position Each tripmeter resets to 0.0 when the trip with the engine stopped will drain the battery.
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Instruments, Controls, & Other Features EU Directive HISS This immobilizer system complies with the RE The Honda Ignition Security System (HISS) (Radio Equipment) Directive (2014/53/EU). immobilizes the engine's ignition system if an improperly-coded key is used to try and start the engine.
Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Document Bag Assist-slipper Clutch System The owner’s manual, registration, and insurance The assist-slipper clutch system helps to prevent information can be stored in the plastic the rear tyre from locking up when the document bag located under the rear seat. deceleration of your vehicle produces a strong P.
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Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Automatic Brightness Control The backlight brightness and background colour of the meter will be controlled automatically when “AUTO” is selected on the “BRIGHTNESS” and “BACKGROUND” settings. P. 52 P. 53 Ambient brightness is detected by the photosensor.
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Instruments, Controls, & Other Features Honda RoadSync EU Directive Simplified EU DoC: Hereby, Visteon Corporation declares that the radio equipment type SAB01is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://www.visteondocs.com/...
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Instruments, Controls, & Other Features The following information shall also be included in the case of radio equipment intentionally emitting radio waves: a. Frequency band : 2.4 GHz b. Maximum radio-frequency power transmitted in the frequency band(s) in which the radio equipment operates.
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Instruments, Controls, & Other Features U.K. only Hereby, Visteon Corporation declares that the radio equipment type SAB01 is in compliance with the relevant statutory requirement. The full text of the Declaration of Conformity is available at the following internet address: www.visteondocs.com Frequency band : _2.4_ GHz a.
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Frequent cleaning and polishing is important to Thoroughly rinse your vehicle with plenty of ensure the life of your Honda. A clean vehicle clean water and dry with a soft, clean cloth. makes it easier to spot potential problems.
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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 ●...
Caring for Your Vehicle Aluminium Components Panels Aluminium will corrode from contact with dirt, Follow these guidelines to prevent scratches mud, or road salt. Clean aluminium parts and blemishes: regularly and follow these guidelines to avoid Wash gently using a soft sponge and plenty ●...
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Caring for Your Vehicle If the exhaust pipe and muffler are painted, do Exhaust Pipe and Muffler 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.
Storing Your Vehicle Storing Your Vehicle Remove the battery ( P. 118) to prevent ● discharge. Fully charge the battery and then If you store your vehicle outdoors, you should place it in a shaded, well-ventilated area. consider using a full-body cover. If you leave the battery in place, If you won't be riding for an extended period, disconnect the negative - terminal to...
Transporting Your Vehicle Transporting Your Vehicle You & the Environment If your vehicle needs to be transported, it Owning and riding a vehicle can be enjoyable, should be carried on a motorcycle trailer or a but you must do your part to protect the flatbed truck or trailer that has a loading ramp environment.
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You & the Environment Recycle Wastes Put oil and other toxic wastes in approved containers and take them to a recycling centre. Call your local or state office of public works or environmental services to find a recycling centre in your area and to get instructions on how to dispose of non-recyclable wastes.
Serial Numbers Serial Numbers 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. You should record these numbers and keep them in a safe place. Frame number Engine number...
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. ●...
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.
Specifications Main Components ■ YTZ7S Battery 12 V-6 Ah (10 HR)/12 V-6.3 Ah (20 HR) Overall length 2,140 mm (84.3 in) 2.285 Overall width 790 mm (31.1 in) 1.777 Overall height 1,085 mm (42.7 in) 1.500 Wheelbase 1,455 mm (57.3 in) Gear ratio 1.333 Minimum ground...
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Specifications Service Data ■ Honda 4-stroke motorcycle oil API Service Recommended Classification SJ or higher, excluding oils marked Front 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) Tyre size engine oil as “Energy Conserving” or “Resource Conserving,” Rear 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) SAE 10W-30, JASO T 903 standard MA...
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Specifications Bulb ■ Headlight Brakelight/Taillight Front turn signal/Position light LED Rear turn signal License plate light Fuse ■ Main fuse 30 A Other fuse 30 A, 15 A, 10 A, 7.5 A...
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