1) No need of topping-up
No topping-up is necessary in this battery until it ends its life under normal use. Forcibly prying off the seal cap to add water is very dangerous. Never do that.
2) Refreshing charge.
Give refresh charge for 5 to 10 hours with charge current shown in the text (see Refreshing Change).
When a fast charge is inevitably required, do it following precisely the maximum charge current and time conditions.
NOTICE
This battery is designed to sustain no unusual deterioration if refresh-charged according to the method specified above. However, the battery’s performance may be reduced noticeably if charged under conditions other than given above. Never remove the seal cap during refresh charge.
If by chance an excessive amount of gas is generated due to overcharging, the relief valve releases the gas to keep the battery normal.
3) When you do not use the motorcycle for months.
Give a refresh charge before you store the motorcycle and store it with the negative cable removed.
Give a refresh charge once a month during storage.
4) Battery life.
If the battery will not start the engine even after several refresh charges, the battery has exceeded its useful life. Replace it (Provided, however, the vehicle’s starting system has no problem).
DANGER
Batteries produce an explosive gas mixture of hydrogen and oxygen that can cause serious injury and burns if ignited. Keep the battery away from sparks and open flames during charging. When using a battery charger, connect the battery to the charger before turning on the charger. This procedure prevents sparks at the battery terminals which could ignite any battery gases. The electrolyte contains sulfuric acid. Be careful not to have it touch your skin or eyes. If touched, wash it off with liberal amount of water and seek medial attention for more severe burns.
Battery Installation
InterchangeLap Counter/Coolant/Intake Air Temperature Meter
This meter shows the coolant temperature,
the intake air temperature or
the lap number. The lap number is displayed
in the stop watch mode, refer to
the “Stop Watch” item in this section.
A. Lap Counter/Coolant / Intake Air
Temperature Meter
The coolant temperature meter and
inta ...
Connecting Rod Twist Inspection
With the big-end arbor [A] still on V block [C], hold the
connecting rod horizontally and measure the amount that
the arbor [B] varies from being paralleled with the surface
plate over a 100 mm (3.94 in.) length of the arbor to determine
the amount of connecting rod twist.
If the conne ...
Spark Plugs
The standard spark plug is shown in
the table. The spark plugs should be
replaced in accordance with the Periodic
Maintenance Chart.
Spark plug removal should be done
only by a competent mechanic following
the instructions in the Service Manual.
Spark Plug
A. Plug Gap ...