When the operator is driving the motorcycle for optimum fuel-efficiency, the economical riding indicator appears on the multifunction meter to indicate favorable fuel consumption. Monitoring the economical riding indicator can help the rider maximize fuel efficiency.
A. Economical Riding Indicator
| WARNING Failing to properly observe the road ahead increases the chance of an accident resulting in severe injury or death. Do not concentrate on the economical riding indicator by taking your eyes off the road; observe using peripheral vision. |
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Power Mode IndicatorIdle Speed Control Valve Actuator Input Voltage Inspection
NOTE
Be sure the battery is fully charged.
Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Disconnect the idle speed control valve actuator connector
and connect a suitable measuring leads [A] between
these connectors as shown in the figure.
Main Harness [B]
Idle Speed Control Valve Actua ...
Thermostat Inspection
Remove the thermostat (see Thermostat Removal).
Inspect the thermostat valve [A] at room temperature.
If the valve is open, replace the thermostat with a new
one.
To check valve opening temperature, suspend the thermostat
[A] in a container of water and raise the temperature
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Radiator Fan System
Fan Motor Inspection
Remove the air cleaner housing (see Air Cleaner Housing
Removal in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter).
Disconnect the connector [A].
Using an auxiliary leads, supply battery power to the fan
motor.
If the fan does not rotate, the fan motor is defective and
must be re ...