The first 1 600 km (1 000 mi) that the motorcycle is ridden is designated as the break-in period. If the motorcycle is not used carefully during this period, you may very well end up with a “broken down” instead of a “broken in” motorcycle after a few thousand kilometers.
The following rules should be observed during the break-in period.
NOTE
When operating on public roadways, keep maximum speed under traffic low limits.
| WARNING New tires are slippery and may cause loss of control and injury. A break-in period of 160 km (100 miles) is necessary to establish normal tire traction. During break-in, avoid sudden and maximum braking and acceleration, and hard cornering. |
In addition to the above, at 1 000 km (600 mi) it is extremely important that the owner has the initial maintenance service performed by a competent mechanic following the procedures in the Service Manual.
Front Footpeg PositionShifting Gears
Close the throttle while pulling in the
clutch lever.
Shift into the next higher or lower
gear.
Open the throttle part way, while releasing
the clutch lever.
For smooth riding, each gear position
should cover the proper rate of speed
shown in the table.
WARNINGDownshifti ...
Mud Guard Installation
Installation is the reverse of removal. Note the following.
Run the hose and lead correctly (see Cable, Wire, and
Hose Routing section in the Appendix chapter).
Check the brake line.
Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the threads of
the mud guard mounting bolts [A, B], and tighten them ...
Battery Removal
Turn off the ignition switch.
Remove the front seat (see Front Seat Removal in the
Frame chapter).
Slide the red cap [A].
Disconnect the negative (–) cable [B] and then positive
(+) cable [C].
NOTICE
Be sure to disconnect the negative (–) cable first.
Remove the band [D] ...
