Use clean, fresh unleaded gasoline with a minimum Antiknock Index of 90.
The Antiknock Index is posted on service
station pumps. The octane rating
of a gasoline is a measure of its resistance
to detonation or “knocking.” The
Antiknock Index is an average of the
Research Octane Number (RON) and
the Motor Octane Number (MON) as
shown in the table.
NOTICE
Use minimum of 90 octane gasoline only to prevent severe engine damage.
NOTICE
If engine “knocking” or “pinging” occurs, use a different brand of gasoline of a higher octane rating. If this condition is allowed to continue it can lead to severe engine damage.
Gasoline quality is important.
Fuels of low quality or not meeting standard industry specifications may result in unsatisfactory performance. Operating problems that result from the use of poor quality or nonrecommended fuel may not be covered under your warranty.
Fuel Tank
Fuels Containing OxygenatesBattery Installation
Visually inspect the surface of the battery container.
If any signs of cracking or electrolyte leakage from the
sides of the battery.
Put the battery into the rear fender
Install the band [A].
Connect the positive (+) cable [B] (red cap) to the positive
(+) terminal first, and then ...
Air Switching Valve (Service Code 64)
Air Switching Valve Removal/Installation
Refer to the Air Switching Valve Removal/Installation in
the Engine Top End chapter.
Air Switching Valve Inspection
Refer to the Air Switching Valve Unit Test in the Electrical
System chapter.
If the air switching valve [A] is normal, check ...
Camshaft Installation
NOTE
The exhaust camshaft has a 1001 EX mark [A] and the
intake camshaft has a 3154 IN mark [B]. Be careful not
to mix up these shafts.
Install the camshaft sprockets as shown in the figure.
#4 Cam Positions [A]
Intake Camshaft Sprocket [B]
Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket [C]
The int ...