Catalytic Converter - Honda 2007 INTERCEPTOR VFR800 Owner's Manual

This motorcycle is equipped with two
three-way catalytic converters.
The catalytic converter contains precious
metals that serve as catalysts, promoting
chemical reactions to convert the exhaust
gasses without affecting the metals.
The catalytic converters act on HC, CO,
and NOx. A replacement unit must be an
original Honda part or its equivalent.
The catalytic converters must operate at a
high temperature for the chemical
reactions to take place. They can set fire to
any combustible materials that come near
them. Park your motorcycle away from
high grasses, dry leaves, or other
flammables.

Catalytic Converter

Defective catalytic converters contribute
to air pollution, and can impair your
engine's performance. Follow these
guidelines to protect your motorcycle's
catalytic converters.
Always use unleaded gasoline. Even a
small amount of leaded gasoline can
contaminate the catalyst metals, making
the catalytic converters ineffective.
Keep the engine tuned-up.
An engine that is misfiring may
overheat the catalytic converters,
causing damage to the converters or
motorcycle. Have your motorcycle
diagnosed and repaired if it is misfiring,
backfiring, stalling or otherwise not
running properly.
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