Excelsior-HENDERSON 1999 HCX Manuals

Excelsior-HENDERSON 1999 HCX Manuals

Manuals and User Guides for Excelsior-HENDERSON 1999 HCX. We have 1 Excelsior-HENDERSON 1999 HCX manual available for free PDF download: Riders Handbook

Excelsior-HENDERSON 1999 HCX Riders Handbook

Excelsior-HENDERSON 1999 HCX Riders Handbook (279 pages)

Brand: Excelsior-HENDERSON | Category: Motorcycle | Size: 38 MB

Table of Contents

Thank You
7
Table of Contents
11
Introduction

23
- Read the Rider's Handbook
  23
- Hazard Symbol and Terms in the Rider's Handbook
  24
Safety Information

27
- Safe Riding
  28
  - Super X Design Characteristics
    28
  - Safe Riding Practices
    29
  - Carrying a Passenger
    33
  - Transporting the Super X
    34
- Protective Apparel
  34
- Product Modifications
  35
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
  36
- Loading
  37
- Selecting and Installing Accessories
  39
- Gasoline and Exhaust Gases
  40
- Parking
  41
- Maintenance
  42
- Safety and Vehicle Information Labels
  44
- Reporting Safety Defects
  47
Product Description

49
Instruments and Controls

57
- Location
  57
- Key
  59
- Fork Lock
  59
- Main Switch
  60
- Instrument Pod
  62
  - Indicator Lights
    62
    
    Headlamp High Beam Indicator
    63
    
    Check Engine Indicator
    63
    
    Turn Signal Indicator
    63
    
    Neutral Indicator
    64
    
    Low Oil Pressure Indicator
    64
    
    Low Battery Voltage Indicator
    64
    
    Low Fuel Indicator
    65
  - Speedometer
    65
    
    Odometer/Trip Meter
    65
    
    Odometer/Trip Meter Function Button
    66
  - Tachometer
    66
  - Fuel Gauge
    66
- Handlebar Controls
  67
  - Left Side Handlebar Controls
    67
    
    Clutch Lever
    67
    
    Left Mirror
    67
    
    Headlamp Dimmer Switch
    68
    
    Turn Signal Switch
    68
    
    Horn Button
    68
  - Right Side Handlebar Controls
    69
    
    Front Brake Lever
    69
    
    Throttle Control Grip
    69
    
    Right Mirror
    69
    
    Engine Stop/Run Switch
    70
    
    Emergency Flasher Switch
    70
    
    Electric Starter Button
    71
- Foot Controls
  71
  - Gear Shift Pedal
    71
  - Rear Brake Pedal
    72
- Fuel Cap
  72
- Rear Suspension Adjustment
  73
- Sidestand
  83
- Saddles
  83
Pre-Operation Check

85
- Fuel
  86
  - Fuel Level
    86
  - Fuel Hose, Rail, and Connections
    86
- Evaporative Emission Control System (California Model Only)
  86
- Engine Oil Level
  87
- Tires
  88
  - Tire Pressure
    88
  - Tire Condition
    89
  - Tread Depth
    89
- Drive Belt
  90
- Steering
  90
- Hydraulic Controls - Clutch and Brakes
  90
- Check Brake Pads
  93
- Throttle Control Grip and Cables
  93
- Electrical Equipment
  94
  - Engine Stop/Run Switch
    94
  - Instrument Pod
    94
  - Headlamp
    95
  - Brake Light
    95
  - Running Lights
    95
  - Turn Signals
    95
- Sidestand
  96
- Fasteners
  96
Operation and Riding

99
- Operating During Break-In Period (First 500 Miles)
  100
- Fueling and Fuel Fill Height
  101
- Starting the Engine
  102
  - Jump-Starting
    104
- Shifting Gears
  106
- Recommended Shift Points
  109
- Accelerating
  110
- Braking
  111
- Stopping the Engine
  112
- Parking
  113
Maintenance

117
- New Motorcycle Break-In Maintenance
  118
- Periodic Maintenance Intervals
  118
- Engine Oil
  121
  - Change Oil and Oil Filter
    121
  - Check Oil Level
    123
- Air Filter Element
  125
- Drive Belt
  126
  - Check Drive Belt Tension
    126
  - Adjust Drive Belt Tension
    127
  - Check Drive Belt Condition
    128
- Throttle
  129
  - Check Throttle Control Grip and Cables
    129
  - Adjust Throttle Freeplay
    129
- Fuel Hose, Rail, and Connections
  130
- Evaporative Emission Control System (California Model Only)
  130
- Oxygen Sensor
  131
- Hydraulic Controls - Clutch and Brakes
  132
  - Check Hoses and Connections
    132
  - Check Front Brake & Clutch Fluid Level
    132
  - Check Rear Brake Fluid Level
    133
  - Add Hydraulic Fluid
    133
  - Check Clutch Lever Movement
    134
  - Check Front Brake Lever Movement
    135
- Check Rear Brake Pedal Movement
  135
- Check Brake Pads
  136
- Spark Plugs
  136
  - Inspect Spark Plugs
    136
  - Remove Spark Plugs
    137
  - Replace Spark Plugs
    138
- Saddles
  139
  - Tandem Saddle
    139
  - Rider's Saddle
    140
- Battery
  141
  - Remove Battery
    142
  - Charge Battery
    143
  - Install Battery
    144
- Electrical Equipment
  145
  - Replace Fuse
    145
  - Check Engine Stop/Run Switch
    146
  - Check Instrument Pod Lights
    146
  - Replace Instrument Pod Light Bulb
    147
  - Check Headlamp
    147
  - Replace Headlamp Sealed Beam Lamp
    148
    
    Check Brake Light
    148
    
    Replace Brake/Tail or License Plate Light Bulb
    149
    
    Check Running Lights
    149
    
    Check Turn Signals
    150
    
    Replace Turn Signal/Running Light Bulb
    150
  - Steering
    151
    
    Inspect Steering Movement
    151
    
    Inspect Steering Head Bearings
    151
  - Tires
    152
    
    Check Tire Pressure
    152
    
    Check Tire Surface Condition
    152
    
    Check Tread Depth
    152
  - Wheels
    153
    
    Check Spokes
    153
    
    Remove Front Wheel
    154
    
    Inspect Front Wheel Bearings
    155
    
    Install Front Wheel
    156
    
    Remove Rear Wheel
    157
    
    Inspect Rear Wheel Bearings
    159
    
    Install Rear Wheel
    160
    
    Align Rear Wheel
    161
  - Sidestand
    163
  - Fasteners
    163
  - Road Test
    164
Cleaning and Storage

167
- Cleaning
  167
- Storage
  171
  - Preparing for Storage
    172
    
    Choose an Adequate Storage Location
    172
    
    Clean and Protect the Motorcycle
    172
    
    Stabilize Fuel
    173
    
    Protect Engine Components
    173
    
    Inflate Tires
    174
    
    Remove, Clean, and Store Battery
    174
    
    Park and Cover the Motorcycle
    175
  - Maintaining During Storage
    175
  - Removing from Storage
    175
Our Tradition of State of the Art

179
- Traditions Alive Today
  182
  - The 1999 Super X
    182
  - The Company
    188
- The Road from 1993 through 1998
  194
- The Trail from 1876 through 1931
  207
Specifications

257
- Fuel Specifications
  260
- Engine Oil Specifications
  261
- Torque Specifications
  262
- Identification Numbers for Your Super X
  264
Index

267

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