Coolant absorbs excessive heat from the engine and transfers it to the air at the radiator. If the coolant level becomes low, the engine overheats and may suffer severe damage. Check the coolant level each day before riding the motorcycle, also carry out the maintenance and adjustments in accordance with the periodic maintenance chart.
Replenish coolant if the level is low.
Change the coolant in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart.
Radiator Hoses
Information for CoolantDaily Checks
Check the following items each day before you ride. The time required is
minimal,
and habitual performance of these checks will help ensure you a safe, reliable
ride.
If any irregularities are found during these checks, refer to the Maintenance
and
Adjustment chapter or see your dealer fo ...
Fuel Tank Cleaning
WARNINGGasoline and low flash-point solvents can
be
flammable and/or explosive and cause severe
burns. Clean the tank in a well-ventilated area, and
take care that there are no sparks or flame anywhere
near the working area. Do not use gasoline
or low flash-point solvents t ...
Fuel Hose Replacement
Remove the fuel tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel
System (DFI) chapter).
WARNINGFuel is flammable and explosive under
certain conditions
and can cause severe burns. Be prepared
for fuel spillage; any spilled fuel must be completely
wiped up immediately. When the fue ...