Over a period of time, the cooling system accumulates rust, scale, and lime in the water jacket and radiator. When this accumulation is suspected or observed, flush the cooling system. If this accumulation is not removed, it will clog up the water passage and considerable reduce the efficiency of the cooling system.
NOTICE
Do not use a flushing compound which is harmful to the aluminum engine and radiator. Carefully follow the instructions supplied by the manufacturer of the cleaning product.
Pressure Testing
Coolant Reserve Tank RemovalEconomical Riding Indicator
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 ...
Lap 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 ...
Oil Level Inspection
If the oil has just been changed, start
the engine and run it for severalminutes
at idle speed. This fills the oil
filter with oil. Stop the engine, then
wait several minutes until the oil settles.
NOTICE
Racing the engine before the oil
reaches every part can cause engine
seizure.
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