| 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
BrakingBackups
The ECU takes the following measures to prevent engine damage when the
DFI, ignition, S-KTRC
or immobilizer system parts have troubles.
Note:
(1): D-J Method: When the engine load is light like at idling or low
speed, the ECU determines the
injection quantity by calculating fr ...
Throttle Body Assy Disassembly
1. Throttle Body Assy
2. Subthrottle Valve Actuator
3. Idle Speed Control Valve Actuator
4. Main Throttle Sensor
5. Subthrottle Sensor
6. Primary Fuel Injectors
7. Delivery Pipe Assy
NOTICE
Do not remove, disassemble or adjust the main
throttle sensor, subthrottle sensor, subthrottle
v ...
Liquid Gasket, Non-permanent Locking Agent
For applications that require Liquid Gasket or a
Non-permanent Locking Agent, clean the surfaces so
that no oil residue remains before applying liquid gasket or
non-permanent locking agent. Do not apply them excessively.
Excessive application can clog oil passages and
cause serious damage.
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