Catalytic Converter - Honda NT700V Owner's Manual

CATALYTIC CONVERTER

This motorcycle is equipped with a catalytic
converter.
The catalytic converter contains precious
metals that serve as catalysts, promoting
chemical reactions to convert the exhaust
gasses without affecting the metals.
The catalytic converter acts on HC, CO, and
NOx. A replacement unit must be an original
Honda part or its equivalent.
The catalytic converter must operate at a
high temperature for the chemical reactions
to take place. It can set on fire any
combustible materials that come near it. Park
your motorcycle away from high grases, dry
leaves, or other flammables.
A defective catalytic converter contributes to
air pollution, and can impair your engineʼs
performance. Follow these guidelines to
protect your motorcycleʼs catalytic converter.
• Always use unleaded petrol. Even a small
amount of leaded petrol can contaminate
the catalyst metals, making the catalytic
converter ineffective.
• Keep the engine in good running condition.
A poorly running engine can cause the
catalytic converter to overheat causing
damage to the converter or the motorcycle.
• If your engine is misfiring, backfiring,
stalling, or otherwise not running properly,
stop riding and turn off the engine. Have
your motorcycle serviced as soon as
possible.
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