| 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.
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BrakingRear Turn Signal Light Bulb Replacement
Remove the upper seat cover (see Seat Cover Removal
in the Frame chapter).
Disconnect the tail/brake light connector [A].
Turn the socket [A] counterclockwise and remove the
socket together with the bulb.
Push and turn the turn signal light bulb [A] counterclockwise
an ...
Service Code Reading
The service code(s) is displayed on the LCD by the number
of two digits.
NOTE
The service code of the KIBS and ABS adds “b” at the
left side of the code.
The service code of the ESD adds “E” at the left side of
the code.
When there are a number of problems, all the serv ...
Rear Shock Absorber Installation
Replace the rear shock absorber nuts and tie-rod nuts
with new ones.
Tighten:
Torque - Rear Shock Absorber Nuts: 34 N·m (3.5 kgf·m, 25
ft·lb)
Tie-Rod Nuts: 34 N·m (3.5 kgf·m, 25 ft·lb)
When installing the rear shock absorber bracket [A], install
it so that the recess side [B] ...