S afety A lerts • FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Keep this Owner’s Manual in a safe place. MESSAGES WITH THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL • Pay special attention to all messages preceded by the Safety Alert Symbol. It means: ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
Im portant available at the time of publication. Cannondale Corporation reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice. Inform ation This vehicle has U.S. and International patents pending. Cannondale Motorsports Cannondale Corporation EXPERIENCED RIDERS ONLY We strongly suggest that you do the following before operating the vehicle: •...
See “throttle Freeplay” starting on page 38. (1 & 2) If the throttle malfunctions or you can not adjust the throttle to the specified freeplay, do not ride the vehicle. Contact an authorized Cannondale motorsports for servicing. P/N 951-05002032 Printed : 8/13/01...
(i.e., starting, stopping, and shifting). If after reading this WHAT CAN HAPPEN manual or at anytime you have any questions regarding how Running the engine indoors will expose you to to operate the vehicle, contact an authorized Cannondale dangerous exhaust gases.
Rear brake pedal STOPPING When stopping the vehicle, pull in the clutch lever while completely closing the throttle, shift the transmission into neutral, and press the engine stop switch with your thumb. AFTER YOU RIDE After riding the vehicle, clean it thoroughly and allow it to dry, and then inspect the entire vehicle for damage or loose fasteners.
fluid will spill when you re-install the diaphram and If the fluid level is below the ‘UPPER’ mark, add cover. specified brake fluid until it reaches the ‘UPPER’ mark. POUR TO TOP OF WINDOW ‘LOWER’ mark ‘UPPER’ mark NOTE : Do not fill the brake master cylinder above the ‘UPPER’...
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Reinstall the radiator cap. Check the entire cooling system for leaks. If the coolant level drops after adding and no leaks are found, contact an authorized Cannondale Motorsports dealer for servicing. BLEEDING THE COOLANT SYSTEM DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD Running the engine indoors.
The engine oil level should be even with the bottom of CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL the check hole. Add if necessary. DANGER LEFT FRAME POTENTIAL HAZARD SPAR Running the engine indoors. Breathing exhaust gases CORRECT OIL LEVEL WHAT CAN HAPPEN CHECK BOLT AFTER 1 MINUTE HOLE...
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14. Apply a light coat of O-ring grease to the large and 18. Loosen and remove the inlet fitting. Then, remove the small cover O-rings and insert them back into the inlet filter (screen) from the crankcase hole. cover. 15. Use some O-ring grease to “stick” the filter seals so that they are centered on the filter.
and add small amounts slowly at the filler hole and recheck the level. TRANSMISSION OIL SERVICE : Transmission, oil, recommended type 80W or 85W SERVICE : Transmission, oil, total quantity (dry fill) 0.74 US quart (0.7 L) WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD(S) Serious injury or irritation to the skin or eyes.
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the case. Insert the filter into the bolt, and install into the case. Drain bolt Sealing washer Filter (screen) Sealing washer flat side Tighten the bolt to the specified torque. TORQUE : Transmission, oil, drain bolt 6.0 lbf•ft (8.1 N•m) 10.
M aintenance and A djustm ents BREAK-IN CAUTION The break-in period for this vehicle is 1 hour. If not used carefully during this period, the vehicle may end up “broken down” instead of “broken in”. Complete the Break-in column of the maintenance schedule in this section.
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OWNER DEALER SCHEDULE Check drive chain for wear, damage, stretch Check the drive chain freeplay Clean and lubricate the drive chain Drive chain Inspect the drive sprockets for broken teeth, cracks, excessive wear Inspect the drive chain rollers, guide block, and swingarm buffer for cracks, or excessive wear.
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Use slight downward pressure at the mid section of NOTE : Keep your hand under the front fender so the the seat while sliding the seat forward onto tabs. fender nut does not fall when the lower bolt is removed Position the seat so the rear seat brackets are on the outside of the subframe rails.
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RADIATOR GUARD MUDFLAP WARNING CAUTION POTENTIAL HAZARD Do not damage the radiator core during removal. Electrical short-circuit or electrical fire. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Place the vehicle on a stand. You can short the battery to ground with a tool and the vehicle frame.
Remove the airbox filter bolt and the filter elements. CLEANING THE AIRBOX FILTER CAUTION Be very careful not to allow any dirt or foreign matter into the airbox when you have the filters removed. Severe engine damage will result if foreign matter or dirt enter the combustion chamber via the airbox.
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Remove the bolt, washer, and filter assembly from the the element a few times to ensure even distribution of steering head. the oil. Carefully install the main air filter element onto the cage. 10. Apply a thin layer of a high-quality waterproof grease to the air filter mounting surface to help eliminate air leakage.
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ADJUSTING THROTTLE FREEPLAY AT CAUTION THE THROTTLE BODY Make sure the engine is properly supported to relieve any undue stress after the left frame rail bolts WARNING are removed. POTENTIAL HAZARD Crash resulting from a stuck throttle. WHAT CAN HAPPEN If the throttle cable locknut at the engine side of the cable is not tightened securely the nu,t can loosen and the cable can become dislodged.
FUEL TANK Disconnect the fuel tank quick connect outlet (1) located on the left side of the fuel tank by pressing on connector tabs and carefully withdrawing the hose WARNING fitting. POTENTIAL HAZARD Explosion or fire. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Gasoline is highly-flammable and an explosion can occur if handled improperly or in areas where an accidental spark or flame could ignite the gasoline.
Tighten the locknut to the specified torque. TORQUE : Brake, lever adjuster, front, locknut BRAKES 4.3 lbf•ft (5.8 N•m) FRONT BRAKE LEVER POSITION For safe motorcycle operation it is critical to have the brake The position of the brake lever can be adjusted so that system performing at its best.
(2) (or beyond the minimum thickness (a)), the brake pads need to be replaced with new ones as a set. Contact an authorized Cannondale Motorsports dealer for replacement. CHECK BOTH PADS!
CLUTCH LEVER FREEPLAY CLUTCH SERVICE : Clutch, lever, freeplay 0.08 - 0.16 inches (2 - 4 mm) CLUTCH LEVER POSITION The clutch lever position can be adjusted so it can be used comfortably while sitting or standing. Loosen the clutch lever clamp bolts (1). TAKE UP SLACK IN CABLE...
actuating arm is positioned according to the following illustration.7 DRIVE DRIVE CHAIN SLACK SERVICE : Drive, chain, slack 2.2 - 2.4 inches (55 - 60 mm) WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Drive chain is too tight or loose, sprocket teeth are broken and/or worn, or chain and sprocket is packed with dirt.
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rotates properly and the brake disc is not rubbing INSPECTING THE MASTER LINK CLIP.I against the brake pads. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Breaking the drive chain. WHAT CAN HAPPEN If the master link clip is installed incorrectly it can be dislodged allowing the chain to break. This will cause you to lose control.
Place the vehicle on a stand so the rear wheel is off the ground. Hold each side of the swingarm and try to move it from side- to-side. If any freeplay is felt, contact an authorized Cannondale motorsports dealer for servicing. Upper drive chain roller Outside diameter Lower drive chain roller...
Use a sprocket wrench to hold the sprocket and SPROCKET INSPECTION tighten the nut to the specified torque. NOTE : Replace both the sprockets and drive chain as a set Inspect the sprockets for cracks, chipped or broken teeth, excessive wear, or other damage. Check the countershaft sprocket nut and tighten if necessary.
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PC or Palm PC. produce maximum engine power at all speeds and Contact an authorized Cannondale motorsports dealer for throttle positions. Deviation from factory ignition special tools developed to service your vehicle.
COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR inducted air (and therefore the amount of oxygen available to ignite the fuel), altering the effective engine load and thus the fuel required for proper combustion. The engine temperature sensor is brown, located on the The ECM uses information from this sensor to compensate front of the cylinder head, and is an NTC thermistor.
Keep sources of ignition away from the battery (e.g. cigarettes, flames, or sparks). BATTERY The battery is mounted within the subframe. Cannondale CAUTION motorcycles are equipped with maintenance free type batteries and do not require the addition of water. In fact, if...
FUSE The fuse is located under the seat. If a fuse blows repeatedly this could indicate a problem in the electrical system. If this happens, consult an authorized Cannondale motorsports dealer. SERVICE : Electrical, fuse, rating 20A (amps) FUSE REPLACEMENT...
SPARK PLUG Disconnect the spark plug coil coupler (1) from the coil. REMOVING THE SPARK PLUG SERVICE : Electrical, spark plug, type NGK (CR8EK) SERVICE : Electrical, spark plug, gap 0.024 - 0.028 inches 0.6 - 0.7 mm) CAUTION Whenever the spark plug is removed from the cylin- der head, cover the spark plug hole with a clean rag to avoid dirt getting into the engine.
Loosen the bolt (1) from each lower handlebar clamp (2). Rotate the lower handlebar clamp 180° and tighten the bolts to the specified torque. STEERING ADJUSTING THE HANDLEBAR POSITION The handlebar can be adjusted rearward from the factory- set position by removing the lower handlebar clamps and rotating them 180°.
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Bleed any accumulated air using the bleed screw located on top of each fork leg after every ride. Your 2002 Cannondale motorcycle suspension valving settings are provided by Pro-Action Suspension. The production settings and adjustments are design for a wide CAUTION range of riders and terrain.
REAR SHOCK REBOUND ADJUSTER REAR SHOCK CAUTION Do not attempt to disassemble or service the front or rear shock absorber. Rear shock rebound adjuster More damping (stiffer) REAR SHOCK COMPRESSION Less damping (softer) ADJUSTER SERVICE : Suspension, rear shock rebound adjuster “clicks out from fully seated,”, standard, 14 SERVICE : Suspension, rear shock rebound adjuster “clicks out from fully seated,”...
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NOTE : Adjust if out of the specified range. To decrease the Cannondale motorsports dealer. ride height, increase the rear spring preload. To increase the ride height, decrease the rear spring preload.
Make sure the tire valve locknut is secure and the rimlock nut is tightened to its specified torque. NOTE : If the tire or inner tube needs to be replaced or remounted, contact an authorized Cannondale dealer for servicing. TORQUE : Rimlock nut 9lbf-ft (12.2 N•m).
Inspect the frame (1), lower frame rails (2) and subframe (3) for cracks, deep scratches, or other damage. If any damage is found, contact an authorized Cannondale motorsports dealer for servicing. Frame Lower frame rails...
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Remove the screws (2) and remove the throttle 12. Place the cable nipple (1) into the slot in the throttle housing cover (3). tube pulley (2). Large rubber boot Cable nipple Screws Throttle tube pulley Throttle housing cover 13. Apply a light coat of high-quality waterproof grease to Remove the throttle housing wheel (1) and collar (2).
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Examine the cover shaft oil seal for leaks or other attract a lot of dirt and debris. damage. Contact an authorized Cannondale Motorsports dealer for servicing if a leak is discovered. Install the pivot bolt and tighten the nut securely.
CLUTCH LUBRICATION Lubricate the threads with clean engine oil and install the quick-adjuster (1) and align the tab (a) with the slot (b) in the clutch housing. Place the vehicle on a stand. Remove the clutch cable from the clutch lever. Remove the quick-adjuster (1) from the clutch lever.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD CAUTION Consult Authorized Cannondale Dealer products available. Make sure the vehicle is cold before cleaning it. Do not use high-pressure washers to clean the vehi- Rear opening of the silencer cle.
X 440s M odel Rear wheel sprocket............50 teeth Frame type ........Aluminum, twin-spar, perimeter S pecifications Front suspension type ......external compression and rebound, internal spring preload adjustments Rear suspension type... Linkless, position sensitive damping (PSD), external compression, rebound, and spring preload adjustment NOTE : The following specification were accurate at the time of publication.
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