| WARNING Downshifting to a lower gear at high speed causes engine rpm to increase excessively, potentially damaging the engine and it may also cause the rear wheel to skid and cause an accident. |
Vehicle speed when shifting

NOTE
The transmission is equipped with a positive neutral finder. When the motorcycle is standing still, the transmission cannot be shifted past neutral from 1st gear. To use the positive neutral finder, shift down to 1st gear, then lift up on the shift pedal while standing still. The transmission will shift only into neutral.
Moving Off
BrakingFuel Level Warning Indicator Light
: The fuel level warning
indicators
are activated when approximately 3.8 L
(1.0 US gal) of fuel remains as follows:
For models without KIBS:
A. Fuel Level Warning Indicator Light
B. “FUEL” Indication
The fuel level warning indicator light
( ) goes
on and “FUEL” blinks in the
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Radiator Hose and O-ring Replacement
Drain the coolant (see Coolant Change).
Remove:
Upper Fairing Assembly (see Upper Fairing Assembly
Removal in the Frame chapter)
Thermostat Housing [A] (see Thermostat Removal in the
Cooling System chapter)
Oil Cooler [B] (see Oil Cooler Removal in the Engine
Lubrication System chap ...
Chassis Parts Lubrication
Before lubricating each part, clean off any rusty spots with
rust remover and wipe off any grease, oil, dirt, or grime.
Lubricate the points listed below with indicated lubricant.
NOTE
Whenever the vehicle has been operated under
wet or rainy conditions, or especially after using a
high ...