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Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of a new ● The following codes in this manual indicate
Honda motorcycle. Your selection of a each country.
Honda makes you part of a worldwide family ● The illustrations here in are based on the
of satisfied customers who appreciate VFR800F II ED type.
Honda’s reputation for building quality into
every product. Country Codes
Code Country
To ensure your safety and riding pleasure: VFR800F
● Read this owner’s manual carefully. II ED European direct sales
● Follow all recommendations and South Africa, UK, France
procedures contained in this manual. II U Australia, New Zealand
● Pay close attention to safety messages *The specifications may vary with each locale.
contained in this manual and on the
motorcycle.
A Few Words About Safety

Your safety, and the safety of others, is very
important. Operating this motorcycle safely is 3 DANGER
an important responsibility. You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
To help you make informed decisions about HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
safety, we have provided operating
procedures and other information on safety 3 WARNING
labels and in this manual. This information You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
alerts you to potential hazards that could HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to 3 CAUTION
warn you about all hazards associated with You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
operating or maintaining a motorcycle. You instructions.
must use your own good judgement.
Other important information is
You will find important safety information in provided under the following titles:
a variety of forms, including: NOTICE Information to help you avoid
● Safety labels on the motorcycle damage to your motorcycle, other
● Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert property, or the environment.
symbol and one of three signal words:
DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These signal words mean:
Contents
Motorcycle Safety P. 2
Operation Guide P. 18
Maintenance P. 47
Troubleshooting P. 93
Information P. 115
Specifications P. 129
Index P. 132
Motorcycle Safety
This section contains important information for safe riding of your motorcycle.
Please read this section carefully.
Safety Guidelines .........................................P. 3

Image Labels.................................................P. 6
Safety Precautions .....................................P. 11
Riding Precautions .....................................P. 12
Accessories & Modifications......................P. 16
Loading .......................................................P. 17
Safety Guidelines
Safety Guidelines that you and your passenger are both wearing
an approved motorcycle helmet and protective
Motorcycle Safety
Follow these guidelines to enhance your safety: apparel. Instruct your passenger on holding
● Perform all routine and regular inspections onto the grab rails or your waist, leaning with
specified in this manual. you in turns, and keeping their feet on the
● Stop the engine and keep sparks and flame footpegs, even when the motorcycle is stopped.
away before filling the fuel tank.
● Do not run the engine in enclosed or partly
enclosed areas. Carbon monoxide in exhaust Take Time to Learn & Practice
gases is toxic and can kill you. Even if you have ridden other motorcycles,
practice riding in a safe area to become familiar
with how this motorcycle works and handles,
Always Wear a Helmet and to become accustomed to the motorcycle’s
It’s a proven fact: helmets and protective size and weight.
apparel significantly reduce the number and
severity of head and other injuries. So always
wear an approved motorcycle helmet and Ride Defensively
protective apparel. 2 P. 11 Always pay attention to other vehicles around
you, and do not assume that other drivers see
you. Be prepared to stop quickly or perform an
Before Riding evasive maneuver.
Make sure that you are physically fit, mentally
focused and free of alcohol and drugs. Check
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Safety Guidelines
Make Yourself Easy to See Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition

Motorcycle Safety
Make yourself more visible, especially at night, It’s important to keep your motorcycle properly
by wearing bright reflective clothing, maintained and in safe riding condition.
positioning yourself so other drivers can see Inspect your motorcycle before every ride and
you, signaling before turning or changing lanes, perform all recommended maintenance. Never
and using your horn when necessary. exceed load limits (2 P. 17), and do not modify
your motorcycle or install accessories that
would make your motorcycle unsafe (2 P. 16).
Ride within Your Limits
Never ride beyond your personal abilities or
faster than conditions warrant. Fatigue and If You are Involved in a Crash
inattention can impair your ability to use good Personal safety is your first priority. If you or
judgement and ride safely. anyone else has been injured, take time to
assess the severity of the injuries and whether it
is safe to continue riding. Call for emergency
Don’t Drink and Ride assistance if needed. Also follow applicable
Alcohol and riding don’t mix. Even one laws and regulations if another person or
alcoholic drink can reduce your ability to vehicle is involved in the crash.
respond to changing conditions, and your
reaction time gets worse with every additional If you decide to continue riding, first evaluate
drink. Don’t drink and ride, and don’t let your the condition of your motorcycle. If the engine
friends drink and ride either. is still running, turn it off. Inspect for fluid leaks,
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Safety Guidelines
check the tightness of critical nuts and bolts,

and check the handlebar, control levers, brakes, 3 WARNING
Motorcycle Safety
and wheels. Ride slowly and cautiously. Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Your motorcycle may have suffered damage Breathing it can cause
that is not immediately apparent. Have your
unconsciousness and even kill you.
motorcycle thoroughly checked at a qualified
service facility as soon as possible.
Avoid any areas or activities that
expose you to carbon monoxide.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide,
a colourless, odorless gas. Breathing carbon
monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and
may lead to death.
If you run the engine in a confined or even

partly enclosed area, the air you breathe could
contain a dangerous amount of carbon
monoxide. Never run your motorcycle inside a
garage or other enclosure.
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Image Labels
Image Labels Read instructions contained in Owner’s

Manual carefully.
Motorcycle Safety
The following pages describe the label

meanings. Some labels warn you of
potential hazards that could cause serious Read instructions contained in Shop Manual
injury. Others provide important safety carefully. In the interest of safety, take the
information. Read this information carefully motorcycle to be serviced only by your dealer.
and don’t remove the labels. DANGER (with RED background)
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, you don’t follow instructions.
contact your dealer for a replacement. WARNING (with ORANGE background)
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
There is a specific symbol on each label. you don’t follow instructions.
The meanings of each symbol and label are CAUTION (with YELLOW background)
as follows. You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
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Image Labels
BATTERY LABEL
DANGER
Motorcycle Safety
• Keep flame and spark away from the battery.
Battery produce explosive gas that can cause
explosion.
• Wear the eye protection and rubber gloves when
handling the battery, or you can get burned or
lose your eyesight by the battery electrolyte.
• Do not allow children and other people to touch
a battery unless they understand proper
handling and hazards of the battery very well.
• Handle the battery electrolyte with extreme care
as it contains dilute sulfuric acid. Contact with
your skin or eyes can burn you or cause loss of
your eyesight.
• Read this manual carefully and understand it
before handling the battery. Neglect of the
instructions can cause personal injury and
damage to the motorcycle.
• Do not use a battery with the electrolyte at or
below the lower level mark. It can explode
causing serious injury.
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Image Labels
RADIATOR CAP LABEL

DANGER
Motorcycle Safety
NEVER OPEN WHEN HOT.

Hot coolant will scald you.
Relief pressure valve begins to open at 108 kPa.
ACCESSORIES AND LOADING WARNING LABEL

WARNING
ACCESSORIES AND LOADING
• The safety stability and handling of this motorcycle may be
affected by the addition of accessories and luggage.
• Read carefully the instructions contained in user’s manual and
installation guide before installing any accessory.
• The total weight of accessories and luggage added to rider’s and
passenger’s weight should not exceed 190 kg (419 lb), which is
the maximum weight capacity.
• The luggage weight must not exceed 18 kg (40 lb) under any
circumstances.
• The fitting of large fork-mounted or large handlebar mounted
fairing is not recommended.
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Image Labels
REAR CUSHION LABEL

GAS FILLED
Motorcycle Safety
Do not open. Do not heat.
TYRE INFORMATION LABEL

Cold tyre pressure:
[Driver only]
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm2, 36 psi)
Rear 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm2, 42 psi)
DUNLOP D222F K
[Driver and passenger]
BRIDGESTONE T30F G
120/70ZR17M/C(58W)
250 290 DUNLOP D222 K
BRIDGESTONE T30R G
250 290
180/55ZR17M/C(73W)
Tyre size:
Front 120/70ZR17M/C(58W)
Rear 180/55ZR17M/C(73W)
Tyre brand: DUNLOP BRIDGESTONE
Front D222F K T30F G
Rear D222 K T30R G
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Image Labels
SAFETY REMINDER LABEL

For your protection, always wear helmet, protective apparel.
Motorcycle Safety
FUEL LABEL
Unleaded petrol only
DRIVE CHAIN LABEL
Keep chain adjusted and lubricated.
25 to 35 mm (1.0 to 1.4 in) Freeplay
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Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions ● Face shield with unobstructed field of vision

or other approved eye protection.
Motorcycle Safety
● Ride cautiously and keep your hands on the
handlebars and feet on the footpegs. 3 WARNING
● Keep passenger’s hands onto the grab rails or Not wearing a helmet increases the
your waist, passenger’s feet on the footpegs chance of serious injury or death in a
while riding.
crash.
● Always consider the safety of your passenger,
as well as other drivers and riders.
Make sure that you and any passenger
always wear an approved helmet and
Protective Apparel protective apparel.
Make sure that you and any passenger are
wearing an approved motorcycle helmet, eye ❙ Gloves
protection, and high-visibility protective Full-finger leather gloves with high abrasion
clothing. Ride defensively in response to resistance
weather and road conditions. ❙ Boots or Riding Shoes
Sturdy boots with non-slip soles and ankle
❙ Helmet protection
Safety-standard certified, high-visibility, correct ❙ Jacket and Trousers
size for your head. Protective, highly visible, long-sleeved jacket
● Must fit comfortably but securely, with the and durable trousers for riding (or a protective
chin strap fastened. suit).
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Riding Precautions
Riding Precautions Brakes

Motorcycle Safety
Observe the following guidelines:

Running-in Period ● Avoid excessively hard braking and down-
During the first 500 km (300 miles) of running, shifts.
follow these guidelines to ensure your u Sudden braking can reduce the
motorcycle’s future reliability and performance. motorcycle’s stability.
● Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid
u Where possible, reduce speed before
acceleration. turning; otherwise you risk sliding out.
● Exercise caution on low traction surfaces.
● Avoid hard braking and rapid down-shifts.
● Ride conservatively.
u The tyres slip more easily on such surfaces
and braking distances are longer.
● Avoid continuous braking.
u Repeated braking, such as when
descending long, steep slopes can
seriously overheat the brakes, reducing
their effectiveness. Use engine braking
with intermittent use of the brakes to
reduce speed.
● For full braking effectiveness, operate both
the front and rear brakes together.
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Riding Precautions
❙ Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ❙ Wet or Rainy Conditions

This model is equipped with an Anti-lock Brake Road surfaces are slippery when wet, and wet
Motorcycle Safety
System (ABS) designed to help prevent the brakes further reduce braking efficiency.
brakes from locking up during hard braking. Exercise extra caution when braking in wet
● ABS does not reduce braking distance. In conditions.
certain circumstances, ABS may result in a If the brakes get wet, apply the brakes while
longer stopping distance. riding at low speed to help them dry.
● ABS does not function at speeds below
10 km/h (6 mph).
● The brake lever and pedal may recoil slightly
when applying the brakes. This is normal.
● Always use the recommended tyres to ensure
correct ABS operation.
❙ Engine Braking
Engine braking helps slow your motorcycle
down when you release the throttle. For further
slowing action, downshift to a lower gear. Use
engine braking with intermittent use of the
brakes to reduce speed when descending long,
steep slopes.
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Riding Precautions
Parking Slowly lean the motorcycle to the left until its

weight rests on the side stand.
Motorcycle Safety
● Park on a firm, level paved surface.

Using the centre stand
● If you must park on a slight incline or loose
Let down the centre stand, stand on the left
surface, park so that the motorcycle cannot
side of the motorcycle. Hold the left handle
move or fall over.
grip and the left grab rail. Press down on the
● Make sure that high-temperature parts
tip of the stand with your right foot and,
cannot come into contact with flammable
simultaneously, pull up and back.
materials.
3. Turn the handlebars fully to the left.
● Do not touch the engine, muffler, brakes and
u Turning the handlebars to the right
other high-temperature parts until they cool
reduces stability and may cause the
down.
motorcycle to fall.
● To reduce the likelihood of theft, always lock
4. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position
the handlebars and remove the key when
and remove the key. 2 P. 38
leaving the motorcycle unattended.
Use of an anti-theft device is also
recommended.
❙ Parking with the Side Stand or Centre Stand

1. Stop the engine.
2. Using the side stand
Push the side stand down.
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Riding Precautions
Refuelling and Fuel Guidelines TCS does not work in case of rear wheel lock
caused by a sudden closing of the throttle.
Motorcycle Safety
Follow these guidelines to protect the engine
Do not close the throttle suddenly especially on
and catalytic converter:
the slippery road surface.
● Use only unleaded petrol.
● Use recommended octane number. Using
TCS may not compensate rough condition of
lower octane petrol will result in decreased
roads or rapid and improper throttle operations.
engine performance.
Always ride with a sufficient caution to the road
● Do not use fuels containing a high
and weather conditions.
concentration of alcohol. 2 P. 120
In certain unusual conditions when your
● Do not use stale or contaminated petrol or an
motorcycle gets stuck in shallow mud or fresh
oil/petrol mixture.
snow, it may be easier to free it with the TCS
● Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.
temporarily switched off.
It may also help to make it easier to maintain
TCS (Traction Control System) the balance and control in such condition as
riding in an off-road terrain.
TCS (Traction Control System) assists you in
maintaining traction while accelerating on
Always use the recommended tyres and
slippery surfaces by regulating the engine’s
sprockets to ensure correct TCS operation.
power output when it senses the rear wheel
starting to lose traction.
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Accessories & Modifications
Accessories & 3 WARNING

Modifications
Motorcycle Safety
Improper accessories or modifications

We strongly advise that you do not add any can cause a crash in which you can be
accessories that were not specifically designed seriously hurt or killed.
for your motorcycle by Honda or make
modifications to your motorcycle from its Follow all instructions in this owner’s
original design. Doing so can make it unsafe. manual regarding accessories and
Modifying your motorcycle may also void your
modifications.
warranty and make your motorcycle illegal to
operate on public roads and highways. Before
Do not pull a trailer with, or attach a sidecar to,
deciding to install accessories on your
your motorcycle. Your motorcycle was not
motorcycle be certain the modification is safe
designed for these attachments, and their use
and legal.
can seriously impair your motorcycle’s handling.
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Loading
Loading 3 WARNING
Motorcycle Safety
● Carrying extra weight affects your Overloading or improper loading can
motorcycle’s handling, braking and stability. cause a crash and you can be seriously
Always ride at a safe speed for the load you
hurt or killed.
are carrying.
● Avoid carrying an excessive load and keep
Follow all load limits and other
within specified load limits.
2 Maximum weight capacity / Maximum
loading guidelines in this manual.
luggage weight P. 129
● Tie all luggage securely, evenly balanced and
close to the centre of the motorcycle.
● Do not place objects near the lights or the
muffler.
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Operation Guide
Parts Location
Rear cowl (P111)
Rear seat (P64)
Operation Guide
Front seat (P65)

Main fuse (P114)
Battery (P71)/Battery cover
(P70)
Front turn signal cover (P109)
Front brake lever (P86)
Throttle grip (P85)
Coolant reserve tank (P76)
Engine oil fill cap (P72)
Engine oil filter (P74)
Engine oil inspection window

(P72)
Centre stand
Rear brake pedal
Rear brake fluid reservoir (P78)
Rear turn signal cover (P111)
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Clutch lever (P86)

Clutch fluid reservoir (P80)
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Front suspension spring preload/rebound damping adjuster (P87)
Front brake fluid reservoir (P78)
Fuel fill cap (P43)
Fuse boxes (P113)
Document bag (P45)
Grab rails (P66)
Tool kit (P45)

Rear suspension spring
preload adjuster knob (P89)
Drive chain (P82)
Rear suspension rebound

damping adjuster (P89)
Side stand (P81)
Shift lever (P42)
Engine oil drain bolt (P74)
Under cowl (P68)
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Instruments
Tachometer
Operation Guide
NOTICE
Do not operate the engine in the tachometer
red zone. Excessive engine speed can
adversely affect engine life.
A button B button Tachometer red zone

(excessive engine rpm range)
Display Check
When the ignition switch is turned on, all the mode and digital segments will show. If any
part of these displays does not come on when it should, have your dealer check for
problems.
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Fuel gauge
Remaining fuel when only 1st
(E) segment starts flashing:
Operation Guide
approximately 3.8 litres
(1.00 US gal, 0.84 Imp gal)
If the fuel gauge indicators repeat

flashing or turned off: (P99)
Speedometer
Odometer [TOTAL] & Tripmeter [TRIP A/B]
& Mileage countdown (P22)
Fuel mileage meter/Average speed/Coolant
temperature gauge/Air temperature gauge
(P24)
Handle grip heater status icon

The handle grip heater status icon will appear
while the handle grip heater is on.
Gear position indicator Clock (12-hour display)/Trip time/

(P23) Handle grip heater level (P28)
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Instruments (Continued)
Odometer [TOTAL] & Tripmeter [TRIP A/ ❙ Odometer
B] & Mileage countdown Total distance ridden. When “------” is
displayed, go to your dealer for service.
Operation Guide
❙ Tripmeter
Distance ridden since tripmeter was reset.
When “----.-” is displayed, go to your dealer
Odometer [TOTAL] & Tripmeter for service.
[TRIP A/B] & Mileage countdown To reset the tripmeter: (P27)
A button switches between the odometer,

the tripmeter A, the tripmeter B and the
❙ Mileage countdown
Distance travelled is subtracted from a preset
mileage countdown. figure.
Odometer Display range: 999.9 to 0.0 km or mph
When the countdown value reaches
Tripmeter A “0.0” km or mile while riding, the number
will flash.
Tripmeter B If an indication other than the mileage
countdown is displayed, the indication
Mileage automatically switches to the mileage
countdown countdown and flashes “0.0” km or mile.
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u To reset the mileage countdown distance, Gear position indicator

press and hold A button when mileage Shows 1st to 6th gear position.
countdown is displayed. When the ignition switch is turned on with
Operation Guide
u When changing the unit to “km” after the transmission in 3rd gear or higher, the
setting the trip distance to “625 mile” or gear position indicator will be displayed as
more with the unit set to “mile” unit, the shown in the illustration.
thousands place digit is not displayed
because the distance exceeds the maximum
display range.
To set the mileage countdown: (P33)
After the transmission is shifted to 2nd gear,

the gear position indication will display the
correct gear position.
Always use the recommended tyres and

sprockets to ensure correct gear position
indication.
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Fuel mileage meter & Average speed & B button switches between the current fuel
Coolant temperature gauge & Air mileage, the average fuel mileage, the
temperature gauge average speed, the coolant temperature
Operation Guide
gauge and the air temperature gauge.
Current fuel
mileage
Average fuel
Fuel mileage meter & Average mileage
speed & Coolant temperature
gauge & Air temperature gauge Average speed
Coolant
temperature
gauge
Air temperature
gauge
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❙ Current fuel mileage Display range: 0.1 to 99.9 km/L (L/100km,

Displays the current or instant fuel mileage. mile/L or mile/gal)
Display range: 0.1 to 99.9 km/L (L/100km, • Initial display: “--.-” is displayed
Operation Guide
mile/L or mile/gal) • Less than 0.1 km/L (L/100km, mile/L or
• When your speed is less than 7 km/h mile/gal) or 99.9 km/L (L/100km, mile/L or
(5 mph): “--.-” is displayed mile/gal) or more : “--.-” is displayed
• Less than 0.1 km/L (L/100km, mile/L or • When the tripmeter A or B is reset: “--.-”
mile/gal) or 99.9 km/L (L/100km, mile/L or
is displayed
mile/gal) or more : “--.-” is displayed
When “--.-” is displayed except for the When “--.-” is displayed except for the
above-mentioned case, go to your dealer for above-mentioned case, go to your dealer for
service. service.
To reset the average fuel mileage:
❙ Average fuel mileage (P27)
Displays the average fuel mileage since the

selected tripmeter was reset.
The average fuel mileage will be calculated
based on value displayed on the tripmeter (A
or B) selected. Also, the average fuel mileage
for tripmeter A will be displayed when the
odometer or the mileage countdown is
selected.
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❙ Average speed - Coolant temperature gauge (flashing
Displays the average speed since the selected digits)
tripmeter was reset. • Above 132 ºC:
Operation Guide
The average speed will be calculated based - High coolant temperature indicator
on value displayed on the tripmeter (A or B) lights
selected. Also, the average speed for - “132” ( ºC) flashes
tripmeter A will be displayed when the u Even if the engine coolant temperature is
odometer or the mileage countdown is low, the cooling fan may start running
selected. when you rev up the engine. This is
normal.
• Initial display: “---” is displayed
When “---” is displayed while riding, go to
your dealer for service. ❙ Air temperature gauge ( )
To reset the average speed: (P27) Display range: -10 to 50 ºC
• Below -11 ºC: “--” displays
❙Coolant temperature gauge ( )

• Above 50 ºC:
- “50” ( ºC) flashes
Display range: 35 to 132 ºC
u The temperature readout may be
• Below 34 ºC: “--” displays
incorrect at low speeds due to reflected
• Between 122 and 131 ºC:
heat.
- High coolant temperature indicator
lights
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❙ To reset the tripmeter, average fuel To reset tripmeter B, average fuel mileage
mileage and average speed and average speed (these are based on
To reset tripmeter A, average fuel mileage tripmeter B) together, press and hold A
Operation Guide
and average speed (these are based on button while tripmeter B is displayed.
tripmeter A) together, press and hold A
Tripmeter B
button while tripmeter A is displayed.
Tripmeter A
or
or Average fuel Average speed

mileage
Average fuel Average speed
mileage
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Clock (12-hour display) & Trip time & ❙ Clock
Handle grip heater level To set the clock: (P30)
❙ Trip time
Operation Guide
Displays the time elapsed since the engine

was started.
Display range: 0:00 to 19:59 (hours:minutes)
Clock (12-hour display) & Trip time
The display returns to 0:00 when the time
& Handle grip heater level
elapsed exceeds 19:59.
You can switch the modes between clock
and trip time mode by pressing and holding ❙ Handle grip heater level
B button. When you operate the handle grip heater,
Clock Handle grip heater level the clock or trip time automatically switch to
the indication for the heater level. The display
will return to the ordinary mode after about
5 seconds.
Press and hold B button. To operate the handle grip heater:
Trip (P40)
time The heater level is displayed for about
5 seconds when the handle grip heater
is on or its level is changed.
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Display Setting
Following items to change sequentially. Ordinary display
• Clock setting
Operation Guide
• Backlight brightness adjustment
Clock setting
• HISS indicator setting
• Changing the speed and mileage unit
Backlight brightness adjustment
• Changing the fuel mileage meter unit
• Setting the mileage countdown
HISS indicator setting
Changing the speed and mileage unit
Changing the fuel mileage meter unit
Setting the mileage countdown
Press and hold A button and B button

Press B button
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If the ignition switch is turned off, the button !d Press B button. The minute digits start
is not pressed for about 30 seconds, or the flashing.
handle grip heater level is changed, the
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control is automatically switched from the

setting mode to the ordinary display. Only
items that have been set are applied. !e Press A button until the desired minute is
displayed.
1 Clock setting: u Press and hold A button to advance the
!a Turn the ignition switch ON. minute fast.
!b Press and hold A button and B button,
the hour digits start flashing.
!c Press A button until the desired hour is
displayed. !f Press B button. The clock is set, and then
u Press and hold A button to advance the the display moves to the backlight
hour fast. brightness adjustment.
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2 Backlight brightness adjustment: 3 HISS indicator setting:

You can adjust the brightness to one of five You can select the blink or off the HISS
levels. indicator.
Operation Guide
!a Press A button. The brightness is switched. !a Press A button to select “ ” (blinks) or
“ ”(off).
!b Press B button. The HISS indicator setting is

set, and then the display moves to the
changing of the speed and mileage unit.
!b Press B button. The backlight is set, and

then the display moves to the on/off of
blinks of HISS indicator (HISS indicator
comes on).
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4 Changing the speed and mileage unit: 5 Changing the fuel mileage meter unit:
!a Press A button to select either “km/h” & !a Press A button to select “L/100km” or
“km” or “mph” & “mile”. “km/L”.
Operation Guide
If the “mph” for speed and “mile” for

!b Press B button. The speed and mileage unit mileage are selected, the fuel mileage
is set, and then the display moves to the shown by “mile/L” or “mile/gal”.
changing of the fuel mileage meter unit.
!b Press B button. The fuel mileage meter unit

is set, and then the display moves to the
setting of mileage countdown.
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6 Setting the mileage countdown: The trip distance will not be reset when you
!a The preset figure is displayed and the third complete setting of the mileage countdown
digit will be flashing. by pressing B button only or when you set
Operation Guide
the trip distance to the same as the current
distance.
When entering the setting mode using “km”
!b To set the third digit, press A button until unit after setting the trip distance to
the desired figure appears. “625 mile” or more with the unit set to
u Press and hold A button to advance the “mile”, “---.-” will appear because the
figure fast. distance exceeds the maximum display
!c Press B button. The second digit starts range.
flashing. Press A button to display “000.0”, and then
set the trip distance again if necessary.
Pressing B button while “---.-” is displayed
will return the display to the ordinary display
!d Repeat the steps !b and !c for the second
and keep the previous trip distance.
and first digits.
!e Press B button. The trip distance is set, and

then the display will return to the ordinary
display.
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Indicators
Low fuel indicator
Left turn • Comes on briefly when the
High beam indicator
signal ignition switch is turned on.
Operation Guide
indicator Neutral indicator • Comes on when there is only

Comes on when the reserve fuel left in the fuel tank.
transmission is in Neutral. Remaining fuel when low fuel
indicator comes on:
3.8 litres (1.00 US gal,
0.84 Imp gal)
PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel
Injection) malfunction
indicator lamp (MIL)
Comes on briefly when the ignition
switch is turned on with the engine
Low oil pressure indicator stop switch in the (Run) position.
Comes on when the ignition switch is turned on. Comes on when the ignition switch
Goes off when the engine starts. is turned on with the engine stop
If it comes on while engine is running: (P96) switch in the (Off) position.
If it comes on while engine is
running: (P96)
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TCS (Traction Control TCS (Traction Control System) indicator

System) OFF indicator • Comes on when the ignition switch is turned on.
Comes on when the TCS is Goes off when your speed reaches approximately
Operation Guide
turned off. 10 km/h (6 mph) to indicate TCS is ready to work.
• Blinks when TCS is operating.
If it comes on while riding: (P98)
High coolant temperature
indicator
Comes on briefly when the ignition
switch is turned on.
If it comes on while riding: (P95)
Right turn signal indicator
HISS indicator (P117)
• Comes on briefly when the ignition
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) indicator switch is turned on with the engine stop
Comes on when the ignition switch is turned on. switch in the (Run) position.
Goes off when your speed reaches Goes off if the ignition key has the
approximately 10 km/h (6 mph). correct coding.
If it comes on while riding: (P97) • Flashes every 2 seconds for 24 hours
when the ignition switch is turned off.
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Switches
TCS (Traction Control System) OFF switch
Press and hold to turn the TCS on and off.
• The TCS OFF indicator comes on when TCS is turned off.
Operation Guide
Passing light control switch

Flashes the high beam
headlight.
Headlight dimmer switch
• : High beam
• : Low beam
Handle grip heater switch
(P39)
Turn signal switch

• The turn signal will automatically stop when you complete the turn.
• When used for a lane change, the turn signal is automatically stopped in 7 seconds or
after riding 120 m (131 yards).
u You can manually cancel the turn signal by pressing the switch in.
u In some cases, the timing at which the turn signal stops is changed.
u Always use the recommended tyres to ensure correct automatic cancellation operation.
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Ignition Switch
Switches the electrical system on/off, locks the steering.
Operation Guide
u Key can be removed when in the OFF or LOCK position.
Engine stop switch

Should normally remain in the (Run) position.
u In an emergency, switch to the (Off) position (the starter motor will not operate) to stop
the engine.
Hazard switch
Switchable when the ignition switch is on. Can be turned to off regardless of the ignition
switch position.
u The signals continue flashing with the ignition switch in OFF or LOCK after the hazard switch
is on.
Start button
Headlight turns off when operating the starter motor.
Horn button
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Switches (Continued)
Steering Lock ON
Lock the steering when parking to help Turns electrical system
prevent theft. on for starting/riding.
Operation Guide
A U-shaped wheel lock or similar device is

OFF
also recommended. Turns engine off.
!a
Ignition key
LOCK
Locks steering.
Push ❙ Locking
!a Turn the handlebars all the way to the left or
!b right.
Turn
!b Push the key down, and turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position.
u Jiggle the handlebars if the lock is difficult
to engage.
!c Remove the key.
❙ Unlocking
Insert the key, push it in, and turn the
ignition switch to the OFF position.
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Handle Grip Heater

VFR800F is equipped with a handle grip Handle grip heater indicator:
heater that warms up your hands during ride. Displayed when the handle grip heater is on.
Wear gloves to protect your hands from the The selected heater level is indicated by the
Operation Guide
heated grips. number of times the indicator blinks when
the heater is turned on and the heater level is
changed. For example, If you select heater
level 5, the indicator blinks 5 times and
repeats it 7 times.
Heater level:
The selected heater level is indicated for a
Handle grip few seconds when the handle grip heater
heater switch Heater level
switch is operated.
Handle grip heater status icon:

Displayed when the handle grip heater is on.
Handle grip ❙If the “E1”, “E2” or “E3” blinks: (P99)
Handle grip heater status
heater indicator icon
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Handle Grip Heater (Continued)

❙ To operate the handle grip heater a low (or dead) battery.
!a Start the engine. 2 P. 41 Maintains the selected level when the
!b Press the handle grip heater switch. The ignition switch is turned off.
Operation Guide
handle grip heater is on. u The heater level is not changed if the ignition
u The status icon will be appeared on the switch is turned to the OFF position within
display when the handle grip heater 5 seconds after heater level change.
operates.
Level 5
!c Select the heater level by pressing the switch.
highest
u The clock or trip time on the display temperature
automatically switch to the indication of
the heater level. The indication will return Level 4
to the ordinary mode after blinking for Off
about 5 seconds. Level 3
u Do not leave the handle grip heater in the
high position for a long time on a warm
day. Level 2
!d To turn off the heater, press the switch until
Level 1
the status icon on the display is disappeared.
lowest
Also to turn off, press and hold the switch. temperature
Do not use the handle grip heater with the Press the handle grip heater switch.
engine at idle for a long time. It may result in Press and hold the handle grip heater
switch.
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Starting the Engine

Start your engine using the following !a Make sure the engine stop switch is in the
procedure, regardless of whether the engine (Run) position.
is cold or warm. !b Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
Operation Guide
!c !c Shift the transmission to Neutral ( N
indicator comes on). Alternatively, pull in
the clutch lever to start your motorcycle
!b with the transmission in gear so long as the
side stand is raised.
!a !d Press the start button with the throttle
completely closed.
!d If the engine does not start:

!a Open the throttle fully and press the start
NOTICE button for 5 seconds.
• If the engine does not start within 5 seconds, turn the
ignition off and wait 10 seconds before trying to start !b Repeat the normal starting procedure.
the engine again to recover battery voltage. !c If the engine starts, open the throttle slightly
• Extended fast idling and revving the engine can if idling is unstable.
damage the engine, and the exhaust system. !d If the engine does not start, wait 10 seconds
• Snapping the throttle or fast idling for more than about
before trying steps !a & !b again.
5 minutes may cause exhaust pipe discolouration.
• The engine will not start if the throttle is fully open. ❙ If Engine Will Not Start (P94)
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Shifting Gears
Your motorcycle transmission has six forward
gears in a one-down, five-up shift pattern.
Operation Guide
6
5
4
3
2
If you put the motorcycle in gear with the

side stand down, the engine will shut off.
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Refuelling
Ignition key Opening the Fuel Fill Cap
Level plate Open the lock cover, insert the ignition key,
and turn it clockwise to open the cap.
Operation Guide
Closing the Fuel Fill Cap
!a After refuelling, push the fuel fill cap closed
until it locks.
!b Remove the key and close the lock cover.
u The key cannot be removed if the cap is
Lock cover not locked.
Fuel fill cap

3 WARNING
Do not fill with fuel above the level plate.
Petrol is highly flammable and
Fuel type: Unleaded petrol only explosive. You can be burned or
Fuel octane number: Your motorcycle is seriously injured when handling fuel.
designed to use Research Octane Number
(RON) 91 or higher. • Stop the engine, and keep heat,
Tank capacity: 21.2 litres (5.60 US gal, sparks, and flame away.
4.66 Imp gal) • Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
❙ Refuelling and Fuel Guidelines (P15)
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Storage Equipment
Helmet Holder u Use the helmet holder only when parked.
The helmet holders is located under the rear
seat. The helmet set wire is stored in the tool ❙ Removing the Rear Seat (P64)
Operation Guide
kit. 2 P. 45
3 WARNING
Riding with a helmet attached to the
holder can interfere with the rear
wheel or suspension and could cause a
crash in which you can be seriously
hurt or killed.
Use the helmet holder only while

Helmet set wire parked. Do not ride with a helmet
Helmet set wire
secured by the holder.
Helmet holder Helmet D-ring
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Tool Kit/Document Bag U-shaped Lock

The tool kit is located under the rear seat. A U-shaped lock is held in place above the
Secure the tool kit with the rubber strap as rear fender.
Operation Guide
shown in the illustration. When storing the U-shaped lock, first remove
The document bag is located under the front the rubber strap that secures the tool kit.
seat. Next, place the U-shaped lock and tool kit
Document bag Rubber strap onto the rear fender as shown in the
illustration, and then secure them with the
rubber strap.
u Some U-shaped locks may not fit in the
compartment due to their size or design.
Rubber strap
Tool kit
❙ Removing the Rear Seat (P64) U-shaped lock Tool kit
❙ Removing the Rear Seat (P64)

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Storage Equipment (Continued)

Luggage Tie-down Hook
The luggage tie-down hooks are located on Luggage tie-down hooks
the underside of the rear seat.
Operation Guide
Underside of the rear seat
Never use the tie-down hooks to tow or lift

the motorcycle.
Luggage tie-down
hooks ❙ Removing the Rear Seat (P64)
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Maintenance
Please read “Importance of Maintenance” and “Maintenance Fundamentals”

carefully before attempting any maintenance. Refer to “Specifications” for service
data.
Importance of Maintenance ..................... P. 48 Engine Oil ...................................................P. 72

Maintenance Schedule .............................. P. 49 Coolant .......................................................P. 76
Maintenance Fundamentals ..................... P. 52 Brakes/Clutch .............................................P. 78
Tool kit ....................................................... P. 63 Side Stand...................................................P. 81
Removing & Installing Body Components ...P. 64 Drive Chain .................................................P. 82
Rear Seat .................................................. P. 64 Throttle .......................................................P. 85
Front Seat ................................................. P. 65 Other Adjustments ....................................P. 86
Single Seat Cowl....................................... P. 66 Clutch and Brake Levers ............................P. 86
Under Cowl .............................................. P. 68 Front Suspension .......................................P. 87
Clip........................................................... P. 69 Rear Suspension ........................................P. 89
Battery Cover............................................ P. 70 Headlight Aim ...........................................P. 90
Battery...................................................... P. 71 Front Seat Height ......................................P. 91
Importance of Maintenance
Importance of Maintenance Maintenance Safety

Keeping your motorcycle well-maintained is Always read the maintenance instructions
absolutely essential to your safety and to before you begin each task, and make sure that
protect your investment, obtain maximum you have the tools, parts, and skills required.
performance, avoid breakdowns, and reduce air We cannot warn you of every conceivable
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pollution. Maintenance is the owner’s hazard that can arise in performing

responsibility. Be sure to inspect your maintenance. Only you can decide whether or
motorcycle before each ride, and perform the not you should perform a given task.
periodic checks specified in the Maintenance
Schedule. 2 P. 49 Follow these guidelines when performing
maintenance.
3 WARNING ● Stop the engine and remove the key.
Improperly maintaining your ● Park your motorcycle on a firm, level surface
motorcycle or failing to correct a using the side stand, centre stand or a
maintenance stand to provide support.
problem before you ride can cause a
● Allow the engine, muffler, brakes, and other
high-temperature parts to cool before
hurt or killed. servicing as you can get burned.
● Run the engine only when instructed, and do
Always follow the inspection and so in a well-ventilated area.
maintenance recommendations and
schedules in this owner’s manual.
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Maintenance Schedule
The maintenance schedule specifies the All scheduled maintenance is considered a
maintenance requirements necessary to normal owner operating cost and will be
ensure safe, dependable performance, and charged for by your dealer. Retain all
proper emission control. receipts. If you sell the motorcycle, these
receipts should be transferred with the
Maintenance
Maintenance work should be performed in motorcycle to the new owner.
accordance with Honda’s standards and
specifications by properly trained and Honda recommends that your dealer should
equipped technicians. Your dealer meets all road test your motorcycle after each periodic
of these requirements. Keep an accurate maintenance is carried out.
record of maintenance to help ensure that
your motorcycle is properly maintained.
Make sure that whomever performs the
maintenance completes this record.
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Pre-ride Odometer Reading *1

Annual Regular Refer to
Items Check × 1,000 km 1 12 24 36 48
Check Replace page
2 P. 52 × 1,000 mi 0.6 8 16 24 32
Fuel Line I I I I I –
Fuel Level I –
Maintenance
Throttle Operation I I I I I I 85
Air Cleaner *2 R R –
Spark Plug I R –
Valve Clearance I I –
Engine Oil I R R R R R R 72
Engine Oil Filter R R R R R R 74
Engine Idle Speed I I I I I I –
Radiator Coolant *3 I I I I I I 3 Years 76
Cooling System I I I I I –
Secondary Air Supply
System I I –
Maintenance Level Maintenance Legend

: Intermediate. We recommend service by your dealer, unless I : Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace, if necessary)
you have the necessary tools and are mechanically skilled. : Lubricate
Procedures are provided in an official Honda Shop Manual. R : Replace
: Technical. In the interest of safety, have your motorcycle
serviced by your dealer.
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Pre-ride Odometer Reading *1

Annual Regular Refer to
Items Check × 1,000 km 1 12 24 36 48
Check Replace page
2 P. 52 × 1,000 mi 0.6 8 16 24 32
Drive Chain I Every 1,000 km (600 mi): I 82
Drive Chain Slider I I I I 84
Maintenance
Brake Fluid *3 I I I I I I 2 Years 78
Brake Pads Wear I I I I I I 79
Brake System I I I I I I 52
Brakelight Switch I I I I I 80
Headlight Aim I I I I I 90
Lights/Horn I –
Engine Stop Switch I –
Clutch System I I I I I 52
Clutch fluid *3 I I I I I I 2 Years 80
Side Stand I I I I I I 81
Suspension I I I I I 87
Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners I I I I I I –
Wheels/Tyres I I I I I I 60
Steering Head Bearings I I I I I I –
Notes:
*1 : At higher odometer readings, repeat at the frequency interval established here.
*2 : Service more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
*3 : Replacement requires mechanical skill.
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Maintenance Fundamentals
Pre-ride Inspection ● Drive chain-Check condition and slack,

adjust and lubricate if necessary. 2 P. 57,
To ensure safety, it is your responsibility to
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perform a pre-ride inspection and make sure
● Brakes-Check operation;
that any problem you find is corrected. A pre-
Front and Rear: check brake fluid level and
ride inspection is a must, not only for safety,
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pads wear. 2 P. 78
but because having a breakdown, or even a
● Lights and horn-Check that lights,
flat tyre, can be a major inconvenience.
indicators and horn function properly.
● Engine stop switch-Check for proper
Check the following items before you get on
your motorcycle: function.
● Clutch-Check clutch fluid level. 2 P. 80
● Fuel level-Fill fuel tank when necessary.
● Side stand ignition cut-off system-Check
2 P. 43
for proper function. 2 P. 81
● Throttle-Check for smooth opening and
● Wheels and tyres-Check condition, air
full closing in all steering positions. 2 P. 85
● Engine oil level-Add engine oil if necessary.
pressure and adjust if necessary. 2 P. 60
Check for leaks. 2 P. 72
● Coolant level-Add coolant if required.
Check for leaks. 2 P. 76
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Replacing Parts
Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their
equivalents to ensure reliability and safety.
When ordering coloured components, specify
the model name, colour, and code mentioned
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on the colour label. The colour label is attached
to the rear fender under the rear seat. 2 P. 64
Colour label
3 WARNING
Installing non-Honda parts may make
your motorcycle unsafe and cause a
hurt or killed.
Always use Honda Genuine Parts or

equivalents that have been designed
and approved for your motorcycle.
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Battery 3 WARNING
Your motorcycle has a maintenance-free type
battery. You do not have to check the battery The battery gives off explosive
electrolyte level or add distilled water. Clean the hydrogen gas during normal
battery terminals if they become dirty or operation.
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corroded.
Do not remove the battery cap seals. There is no A spark or flame can cause the battery
need to remove the cap when charging. to explode with enough force to kill or
NOTICE seriously hurt you.
Your battery is a maintenance-free type and can be
permanently damaged if the cap strip is removed. Wear protective clothing and a face
This symbol on the battery means that shield, or have a skilled mechanic do
this product must not be treated as the battery servicing.
household waste.
NOTICE
❙ Cleaning the Battery Terminals
1. Remove the battery. 2 P. 71
An improperly disposed of battery can be harmful to the
2. If the terminals are starting to corrode and
environment and human health.
are coated with a white substance, wash with
Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.
warm water and wipe clean.
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3. If the terminals are heavily corroded, clean Fuses

and polish the terminals with a wire brush or
Fuses protect the electrical circuits on your
sandpaper. Wear safety glasses.
motorcycle. If something electrical on your
motorcycle stops working, check for and
replace any blown fuses. 2 P. 113
Maintenance
❙ Inspecting and Replacing Fuses
Turn off the ignition switch to remove and
inspect fuses. If a fuse is blown, replace with a
fuse of the same rating. For fuse ratings, see
“Specifications.” 2 P. 131
4. After cleaning, reinstall the battery.
Blown fuse
The battery has a limited life span. Consult your
dealer about when you should replace the
battery. Always replace the battery with
another maintenance-free battery of the same
type.
NOTICE
NOTICE Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly
Installing non-Honda electrical accessories can overload increases the chance of damage to the electrical system.
the electrical system, discharging the battery and possibly
damaging the system.
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If a fuse fails repeatedly, you likely have an *1. The JASO T 903 standard is an index for engine
electrical fault. Have your motorcycle inspected oils for 4-stroke motorcycle engines. There are
by your dealer. two classes: MA and MB. For example, the
following label shows the MA classification.
Engine Oil Oil code

Maintenance
Engine oil consumption varies and oil quality

deteriorates according to riding conditions and Oil classification
time elapsed.
Check the engine oil level regularly, and add the *2. The SAE standard grades oils by their viscosity.
recommended engine oil if necessary. Dirty oil *3. The API classification specifies the quality and
or old oil should be changed as soon as performance rating of engine oils. Use SG or
possible. higher oils, excluding oils marked as “Energy
Conserving” or “Resource Conserving” on the
❙ Selecting the Engine Oil circular API service symbol.
For recommended engine oil, see
“Specifications”. 2 P. 130
If you use non-Honda engine oil, check the label

to make sure that the oil satisfies all of the
following standards:
● JASO T 903 standard*1: MA Not recommended Recommended
● SAE standard*2: 10W-30
● API classification*3: SG or higher
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Brake Fluid (Clutch Fluid) If the chain does not move smoothly, makes
strange noises, has damaged rollers or loose
Do not add or replace brake fluid, except in an
pins or missing O-rings, or kinks, have the chain
emergency. Use only fresh brake fluid from a
inspected by your dealer.
sealed container. If you do add fluid, have the
brake and clutch system serviced by your dealer
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Also inspect the engine sprocket and rear wheel
as soon as possible.
sprocket. If either has worn or damaged teeth,
NOTICE have the sprocket replaced by your dealer.
Brake fluid can damage plastic and painted surfaces.
Wipe up spills immediately and wash thoroughly.
Recommended brake fluid:

Honda DOT 4 Brake Fluid or equivalent
Normal Worn Damaged
(GOOD) (REPLACE) (REPLACE)
Drive Chain
The drive chain must be inspected and
NOTICE
lubricated regularly. Inspect the chain more
Use of a new chain with worn sprockets will cause rapid
frequently if you often ride on bad roads, ride at chain wear.
high speed, or ride with repeated fast
acceleration.
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❙ Cleaning and Lubricating Do not use a steam cleaner, a high pressure

After inspecting the slack, clean the chain and cleaner, a wire brush, volatile solvent such as
sprockets while rotating the rear wheel. Use a petrol and benzene, abrasive cleaner, chain
dry cloth with chain cleaner designed cleaner or lubricant NOT designed specifically
specifically for O-ring chains, or neutral for O-ring chains as these can damage the
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detergent. Use a soft brush if the chain is dirty. rubber O-ring seals.
After cleaning, wipe dry and lubricate with the Avoid getting lubricant on the brakes or tyres.
recommended lubricant. If not available, use Avoid applying excess chain lubricant to prevent
SAE 80 or 90 gear oil. spray onto your clothes and the motorcycle.
Recommended lubricant:
Drive chain lubricant designed specifically Recommended Coolant
for O-ring chains. Pro Honda HP is a pre-mixed solution of
If not available, use SAE 80 or 90 gear oil. antifreeze and distilled water.
Concentration:
50 % antifreeze and 50 % distilled water
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A concentration of antifreeze below 40 % will Air Cleaner

not provide proper corrosion and cold
This motorcycle is equipped with a viscous type
temperature protection. A concentration of up
air cleaner element.
to 60 % will provide better protection in colder
Compressed air cleaning or any other cleaning
climates.
can degrade the viscous element performance
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NOTICE and cause the intake of dust.
Using coolant not specified for aluminium engines or Do not perform the maintenance.
using ordinary tap water can cause corrosion. Should be serviced by your dealer.
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Tyres (Inspecting/Replacing) ❙ Inspecting for Abnormal Wear

Inspect the tyres for
❙ Checking the Air Pressure signs of abnormal
Visually inspect your tyres and use an air
wear on the contact
pressure gauge to measure the air pressure at
surface.
least once a month or any time you think the
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tyres look low. Always check air pressure when

your tyres are cold.
❙ Inspecting for Damage

Inspect the tyres for
cuts, slits, or cracks
that exposes fabric or
cords, or nails or other
foreign objects
embedded in the side
of the tyre or the
tread. Also inspect for the bumps or bulges in
the side walls of the tyres.
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❙ Inspecting Tread Depth 3 WARNING

Inspect the tread wear indicators. If they
become visible, replace the tyres immediately. Riding on tyres that are excessively
For safe riding, you should replace the tyres worn or improperly inflated can cause
when the minimum tread depth is reached.
a crash in which you can be seriously
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hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this owner’s

manual regarding tyre inflation and
maintenance.
Wear indicator Germany

location mark
German law prohibits use of tyres whose tread
depth is less than 1.6 mm.
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Have your tyres replaced by your dealer.

For recommended tyres, air pressure and 3 WARNING
minimum tread depth, see “Specifications”. Installing improper tyres on your
2 P. 130 motorcycle can adversely affect
Follow these guidelines whenever you replace
handling and stability, and can cause a
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tyres.
● Use the recommended tyres or equivalents of
the same size, construction, speed rating, hurt or killed.
and load range.
● Have the wheel balanced with Honda Always use the size and type of tyres
Genuine balance weights or equivalents after recommended in this owner’s manual.
the tyre is installed.
● Do not install a tube inside a tubeless tyre on
this motorcycle. Excessive heat build-up can
cause the tube to burst.
● Use only tubeless tyres on this motorcycle.
The rims are designed for tubeless tyres, and
during hard acceleration or braking, a tube-
type tyre could slip on the rim and cause the
tyre to rapidly deflate.
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Tool kit
The tool kit is stored under the rear seat.
2 P. 64
You can perform some roadside repairs,

minor adjustments and parts replacement
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with the tools contained in the kit.
● Standard/Phillips screwdriver
● Screwdriver handle
● 14 × 17 mm Open end wrench
● Helmet set wire
● 5 mm Hex wrench
● Fuse puller
● Drive chain adjustment pin spanner
● Extension bar
● Front suspension spring preload
adjustment spanner
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Removing & Installing Body Components
Rear Seat ❙ Removal

1. Insert the ignition key into the seat lock.
Rear seat 2. Turn it clockwise, then pull the rear seat
Prongs Seat lock up and back.
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❙ Installation
1. Insert the prongs into the rear stays on the
frame.
2. Push down on the rear of the rear seat.
Ignition key Make sure that the seat is locked securely
in position to pull it up lightly.
The seat locks automatically when closed.
Take care not to lock your key in the
compartment under the rear seat.
Rear stays
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Removing & Installing Body Components u Front Seat
Front Seat ❙ Removal

1. Remove the rear seat. 2 P. 64
Recess (low position) 2. Remove the mounting bolts and collars,
Front seat Mounting bolts and then pull the front seat back and up.
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❙ Installation
1. Install the front seat by aligning the recess
for the current seat height position (low or
high) with the front stay.
2. Install the collars and mounting bolts.
3. Tighten the mounting bolts securely.
4. Make sure that the mount positions of the
recess and the adjust plates are the same
seat position. 2 P. 92
5. Install the rear seat.
Make sure that the seat is locked securely
in position to pull it up lightly.
Front stay Collars
Recess (high position) For the front seat height adjustment, see
“Changing the Front Seat Height.” 2 P. 91
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Removing & Installing Body Components u Single Seat Cowl
Single Seat Cowl 5. Install the grab rail covers.

6. Install and tighten the grab rail mounting
❙ Installation of Single Seat Cowl bolts/washers.
1. Remove the rear seat. 2 P. 64 Torque: 27 N·m (2.8 kgf·m, 20 lbf·ft).
2. Remove the bolts.
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3. Remove the grab rail mounting bolts/ 7. Install and tighten the bolts securely.
washers. Mounting
4. Remove the grab rails. bolts/washers
Mounting
bolts /washers Grab
rail
cover
Grab
Grab rail
rail cover
Grab Bolt
rail
Bolt
Bolt
Bolt
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Removing & Installing Body Components u Single Seat Cowl
8. Install the single seat cowl in the same Make sure that the single seat cowl is locked
procedures of the rear seat installation. securely in position to pull it up lightly.
2 P. 64 The seat locks automatically when closed.
Take care not to lock your key in the
Single seat cowl
compartment under the single seat cowl.
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Prongs Seat lock
❙ Removal of Single Seat Cowl
Removal can be done in the reverse order of
installation.
u Tighten the grab rail mounting bolts.
Ignition key Torque: 27 N·m (2.8 kgf·m, 20 lbf·ft).
Always reinstall the grab rails when

reinstalling the rear seat.
If a torque wrench was not used for

installation, see your dealer as soon as
possible to verify proper assembly. The grab
rail could come off easily and result in serious
Rear stays
injury if not assembled properly.
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Removing & Installing Body Components u Under Cowl
Under Cowl The right and left under cowls must be

removed to replace the engine oil filter.
Under cowl ❙ Removal
1. Park your motorcycle on its centre stand
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on a firm, level surface and lower the side

stand.
2. Remove the clips on both sides. 2 P. 69
3. Remove the bolt A and bolt B on both
sides.
Clip
4. Remove the bolt C (left side only).
5. Remove the right and left under cowls
while carefully releasing the tabs from the
Bolt A slots of each upper cowl and the slot of
right under cowl from the stay.
Clips
Bolt B Bolt C (Left side only) u Be careful not to apply weight to the
Stay Slot under cowls.
❙ Installation
(Right side only) Install the parts in the reverse order of
removal.
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Removing & Installing Body Components u Clip
Clip
The clip must be removed to remove the
under cowl.
❙ Removal
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1. Press down on the centre pin to release
the lock.
2. Pull the clip out of the hole.
Centre pin
❙ Installation
1. Push the bottom of the centre pin.
2. Insert the clip into the hole.

3. Press down on the centre pin to lock the
clip.
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Removing & Installing Body Components u Battery Cover
Battery Cover The battery cover must be removed to

remove the battery, to service the main and
fuse box fuses.
Clips
❙ Removal
Maintenance
1. Remove the front seat. 2 P. 65

2. Remove the clips.
3. Remove the battery cover.
❙ Installation
Install the parts in the reverse order of
removal.
Battery cover
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Removing & Installing Body Components u Battery
Battery 3. Disconnect the negative - terminal from

the battery.
4. Disconnect the positive + terminal from
Rubber strap Positive terminal
the battery.
5. Remove the battery taking care not to
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drop the terminal nuts.
❙ Installation
Install the parts in the reverse order of
removal. Always connect the positive +
terminal first. Make sure that bolts and nuts
are tight.
Readjust the clock after the battery is
reconnected since the clock goes wrong
Negative terminal Battery once the battery disconnected.
For proper handling of the battery, see
“Maintenance Fundamentals.” 2 P. 54
❙ Removal “Battery Goes Dead.” 2 P. 107
Make sure the ignition switch is off.
1. Remove the battery cover. 2 P. 70
2. Unhook the rubber strap.
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Engine Oil
Checking the Engine Oil Oil fill cap

1. If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 Oil level
to 5 minutes. inspection
2. Turn the ignition switch off, stop the window
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engine and wait 2 to 3 minutes. Upper level

3. Park your motorcycle on its centre stand
on a firm, level surface.
4. Check that the oil level is between the
upper and lower level marks in the oil level Lower level
inspection window.
Oil level inspection window
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Engine Oil u Adding Engine Oil
Adding Engine Oil 2. Securely reinstall the oil fill cap.

NOTICE
If the engine oil is below or near the lower Overfilling with oil or operating with insufficient oil can
level mark, add the recommended engine oil. cause damage to your engine. Do not mix different brands
2 P. 56 and grades of oil. They may affect lubrication and clutch
Maintenance
1. Remove the oil fill cap. Add the operation.
recommended oil until it reaches the For the recommended oil and oil selection
upper level mark. guidelines, see “Maintenance
u Park your motorcycle on its centre Fundamentals.” 2 P. 56
stand on a firm, level surface when
checking the oil level.
u Do not overfill above the upper level
mark.
u Make sure no foreign objects enter the
oil filler opening.
u Wipe up any spills immediately.
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Engine Oil u Changing Engine Oil & Filter
Changing Engine Oil & Filter 6. Remove the oil fill cap, drain bolt, and
sealing washer to drain the oil.
Changing the oil and filter requires special Sealing washer
tools. We recommend that you have your
motorcycle serviced by your dealer.
Maintenance
Use a new Honda Genuine oil filter or

equivalent specified for your model.
NOTICE
Using the wrong oil filter can result in serious damage to
the engine.
1. Park your motorcycle on its centre stand Drain bolt
on a firm, level surface.
2. Remove the right and left under cowls.
2 P. 68
3. If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3
to 5 minutes.
4. Turn the ignition switch off, stop the
engine and wait for 2 to 3 minutes.
5. Place a drain pan under the drain bolt.
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Engine Oil u Changing Engine Oil & Filter
7. Loosen the oil filter with a filter wrench 9. Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the
from the left side. rubber seal of a new oil filter.
8. Remove the oil filter from the right side 10. Install a new oil filter and tighten.
and let the remaining oil drain out. Torque: 26 N·m (2.7 kgf·m, 19 lbf·ft).
u Discard the oil and oil filter at an
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approved recycling centre. 11. Install a new sealing washer onto the
drain bolt. Tighten the drain bolt.
Torque: 30 N·m (3.1 kgf·m, 22 lbf·ft).
Rubber seal
12. Fill the crankcase with the recommended
oil (2 P. 56) and install the oil fill cap.
Required oil
When changing oil & engine oil
filter:
Oil filter 3.1 litres (3.3 US qt, 2.7 Imp qt)
When changing oil only:
2.9 litres (3.1 US qt, 2.6 Imp qt)
13. Check the oil level. 2 P. 72

14. Check that there are no oil leaks.
15. Install the right and left under cowls.
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Coolant
Checking the Coolant If the coolant level is dropping noticeably or

the reserve tank is empty, you likely have a
1. Place your motorcycle on a firm, level serious leak. Have your motorcycle inspected
surface. by your dealer.
2. Hold your motorcycle in an upright
Maintenance
position.
3. Check that the coolant level is between Adding Coolant
the UPPER and LOWER level marks in the If the coolant level is below the LOWER level,
reserve tank. add the recommended coolant (2 P. 58) until
the level reaches the UPPER level mark.
UPPER level Add fluid only from the reserve tank cap and
do not remove the radiator cap.
1. Remove the front seat. 2 P. 65
LOWER level
Reserve tank
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Coolant u Changing Coolant
2. Remove the reserve tank cap and add

Reserve tank cap
fluid while monitoring the coolant level.
u Do not overfill above the UPPER level
mark.
u Make sure no foreign objects enter the
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reserve tank opening.
3. Securely reinstall the cap.
4. Install the front seat.
3 WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to
spray out, potentially scalding you.
Changing Coolant
Always let the engine and radiator
cool down before removing the Have your dealer change the coolant unless
radiator cap. you have the proper tools and are
mechanically qualified.
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Brakes/Clutch
Checking Brake Fluid If the brake fluid level in either reservoir is

below the LOWER level mark or the brake
1. Place your motorcycle in an upright lever and pedal freeplay becomes excessive,
position on a firm, level surface. inspect the brake pads for wear. If the brake
2. Front Check that the brake fluid reservoir pads are not worn, you most likely have a
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cap is horizontal and that the fluid level is leak. Have your motorcycle inspected by your
above the LOWER level mark. dealer.
3. Rear Check that the brake fluid reservoir
is horizontal and that the level is between
the LOWER level and UPPER level marks.
Front Rear Rear brake fluid reservoir

Front brake fluid reservoir
UPPER level
mark
LOWER
level mark LOWER level
mark
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Brakes/Clutch u Inspecting the Brake Pads
Inspecting the Brake Pads 1. Front Inspect the brake pads from in
front of the brake caliper.
Check the condition of the brake pad groove u Always inspect both left and right
wear indicators. calipers.
The pads need to be replaced if a brake pad 2. Rear Inspect the brake pads from the
Maintenance
is worn to the bottom of the indicator. rear right and left of the motorcycle.
Front Rear If necessary have the pads replaced by your
Brake Pads Brake Pads dealer.
Always replace both left and right brake pads
at the same time.
Wear Wear Wear

indicators indicators indicators
Disc Disc
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Brakes/Clutch u Adjusting the Brakelight Switch
Adjusting the Brakelight Checking the Clutch Fluid

Switch
Clutch fluid reservoir
Check the operation of the brakelight switch.
Turn the adjusting nut in the direction A if
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the switch operates too late, or turn the nut

in the direction B if the switch operates too
soon.
Brakelight switch
LOWER level mark
Adjusting nut 1. Place your motorcycle in an upright
position on a firm, level surface.
2. Check that the clutch fluid reservoir cap is
horizontal and that the fluid level is above
the LOWER level mark.
B A If the fluid level is low or if you find fluid

leaks, or deterioration or cracks in the hoses
and fittings, have the clutch system serviced
by your dealer.
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Side Stand
5. Lower the side stand all the way. The
engine should stop as you lower the side
stand. If the engine doesn’t stop, have
your motorcycle inspected by your dealer.
Maintenance
Side stand spring
1. Check that the side stand operates

smoothly. If the side stand is stiff or
squeaky, clean the pivot area and
lubricate the pivot bolt with clean grease.
2. Check the spring for damage or loss of
tension.
3. Sit on the motorcycle, put the
transmission in Neutral, and raise the side
stand.
4. Start the engine, pull the clutch lever in,
and shift the transmission into gear.
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Drive Chain
Inspecting the Drive Chain 3. Check the slack in the lower half of the
drive chain midway between the
Slack sprockets.
Check the drive chain slack at several points Drive chain slack:
along the chain. If the slack is not constant at 25 to 35 mm (1.0 to 1.4 in)
Maintenance
all points, some links may be kinked and

binding. u Do not ride your motorcycle if the slack
Have the chain inspected by your dealer. exceeds 50 mm (2.0 in).
1. Stop the engine. Place the transmission in
Neutral.
2. Place your motorcycle on the side stand
on a level surface.
4. Roll the motorcycle forward and check

that the chain moves smoothly.
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Drive Chain u Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack
5. Inspect the sprockets. 2 P. 57 5. Tighten the bearing holder pinch bolt to

6. Clean and lubricate the drive chain. the specified torque.
2 P. 58
If a torque wrench was not used for this

Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack
Maintenance
Adjusting the chain requires special tools. possible to verify proper assembly.
Have the drive chain slack adjusted by your Improper assembly may lead to loss of
dealer. braking capacity.
1. Stop the engine. Place the transmission 6. Check drive chain slack. 2 P. 82
in Neutral. Bearing holder Bearing holder
pinch bolt
2. Place your motorcycle on the side stand
on a level surface.
3. Loosen the bearing holder pinch bolt.
4. Turn the bearing holder clockwise or
counterclockwise to obtain the proper Pin spanner
chain slack with the pin spanner and
extension bar.
Extension bar
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Drive Chain u Checking the Drive Chain Slider
❙ Checking the Drive Chain Wear Checking the Drive Chain Slider
Check the chain wear label when adjusting
Check the condition of the drive chain slider.
the drive chain. If the red zone on the label
The drive chain slider need to be replaced if it
aligns with the tip of driven sprocket teeth
is worn to the wear limit line.
after the chain has been adjusted to the
Maintenance
If necessary have the drive chain slider

proper slack, the chain is excessively worn
replaced by your dealer.
and must be replaced.
Chain:
DID 525HV3 or RK 525ROZ6
If necessary have the drive chain replaced by

your dealer.
Tip of driven Wear limit line

sprocket teeth
Drive chain slider
Red zone
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Throttle
Checking the Throttle

With the engine off, check that the throttle
rotates smoothly from fully closed to fully
open in all steering positions and throttle
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freeplay is correct. If the throttle does not
move smoothly, close automatically, or if the
cable is damaged, have the motorcycle
inspected by your dealer.
Freeplay at the throttle grip flange:
2 to 6 mm (0.1 to 0.2 in)
Freeplay
Flange
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Other Adjustments
Adjusting the Clutch and Brake ❙ Adjustment method

Levers Turn the adjuster until the numbers aligns
with the index mark while pushing the lever
You can adjust the distances between the tip forward in the desired position.
of the clutch lever and handle grip, and
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between the tip of the brake lever and After adjustment, check that the levers
handle grip. operate correctly before riding.
NOTICE
Do not turn the adjuster beyond its natural limit.
Adjuster Adjuster
Clutch lever Brake lever
Forward Forward
Index mark Index mark
Handle grips
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Other Adjustments u Adjusting the Front Suspension
Adjusting the Front Suspension

Fork bolt
❙ Spring Preload
You can adjust the spring preload by the
adjuster to suit the load or the road surface.
Maintenance
Turn the adjuster using the preload spanner
provided in the tool kit. 2 63
4th groove
Turn clockwise to increase spring preload
(hard), or turn counterclockwise to decrease Adjusters
spring preload (soft). The standard position is
4th groove from the top aligning with the
top surface of the fork bolt.
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Other Adjustments u Adjusting the Front Suspension
❙ Rebound Damping
You can adjust the rebound damping by the Reference
mark
adjuster to suit the load or the road surface.
Turn clockwise to increase rebound damping
(hard), or turn counterclockwise to decrease
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rebound damping (soft). The standard

position is 1 turn from the maximum setting
so that the punch mark on the adjuster aligns Punch mark
with the reference mark. Adjusters
NOTICE
Do not turn the adjuster beyond its natural limits.
Adjust both left and right forks to the same spring preload
and rebound damping.
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Other Adjustments u Adjusting the Rear Suspension
Adjusting the Rear Suspension ❙ Rebound Damping

You can adjust the rebound damping by the
❙ Spring Preload adjuster to suit the load or the road surface.
You can adjust the spring preload by the Turn clockwise to increase rebound damping
adjuster knob to suit the load or the road (hard), or turn counterclockwise to decrease
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surface. Turn clockwise to increase spring rebound damping (soft). The standard
preload (hard), or turn counterclockwise to position is 3/4 turns from the maximum
decrease spring preload (soft). The standard setting so that the punch mark on the
position is 7 clicks from the minimum setting. adjuster aligns with the reference punch
mark.
Adjuster
Punch mark
Reference
Adjuster knob punch mark
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Other Adjustments u Adjusting the Headlight Aim
NOTICE Adjusting the Headlight Aim

Do not turn the adjuster beyond its limits.
You can adjust vertical aim of the headlight
NOTICE for proper alignment. Turn the knob in or out
The rear shock absorber damper unit contains high as necessary.
Maintenance
pressure nitrogen gas. Do not attempt to disassemble,

Obey local laws and regulations.
service, or improperly dispose of the damper. See your
dealer. Knob Knob
Raise Raise
Lower Lower
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Other Adjustments u Changing the Front Seat Height
Changing the Front Seat Height (The socket bolts B/set collars are not
required for the low position.)
The front seat can be changed to one of two u Make sure to install the socket bolts B/
positions according to your preference. set collars when the seat height is
To change the seat height, use the proper returned to the high position. Tighten
Maintenance
hex wrench. the socket bolts B if reinstalling.
In the interest of safety, we recommend that
you have your dealer perform the
adjustment. Socket bolts B/set collars High
1. Remove the front seat. 2 P. 65 Adjust plates position:
2. Remove the socket bolts A and seat adjust
plates.
3. Move the adjust plates and install the
socket bolts A in the mounting holes for
your preferred seat position (high or low),
Low
and then tighten them. position:
4. If you change the front seat height from

high position to low position, remove the
socket bolts B/set collars from the seat rail. Socket bolts A
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Other Adjustments u Changing the Front Seat Height
5. Install the front seat. 2 P. 65 6. Make sure that the mount positions of the
u Align the recess for your preferred seat recess and the adjust plates are the same
position (low or high) with the front seat position.
stay. High position:
Front seat Recess Socket bolts
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Low position
High position
Frame stay Set collar Adjust plate
Low position: Socket bolts
Frame stay Recess Adjust plate
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Troubleshooting
Engine Will Not Start (HISS indicator stays Other Warning Indications ........................P. 99
on)......................................................... P. 94 Fuel Gauge Failure Indications ...................P. 99
Overheating (High coolant temperature Handle Grip Heater Failure Indication.........P. 99
indicator is on) ......................................... P. 95 Tyre Puncture ...........................................P. 100
Warning Indicators On or Flashing .......... P. 96 Electrical Trouble......................................P. 107
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ......................... P. 96 Battery Goes Dead ..................................P. 107
PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) Burned-out Light Bulb .............................P. 107
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)............ P. 96 Blown Fuse..............................................P. 113
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator ...... P. 97
TCS (Traction Control System) Indicator .... P. 98
Engine Will Not Start (HISS indicator stays on)
❙ Starter Motor Operates But Engine Check if there are no any metallic seals
Does Not Start or stickers on the key.
Check the following items: If the HISS indicator still stays on, have
● Check the correct engine starting
your motorcycle inspected by your
sequence. 2 P. 41 dealer.
● Check that there is petrol in the fuel tank.
❙ Starter Motor Does Not Operate
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● Check if the PGM-FI malfunction indicator

Check the following items:
lamp (MIL) is on.
● Make sure engine stop switch is (Run)
u If the indicator light is on, contact your
position. 2 P. 37
dealer as soon as possible.
● Make sure the side stand is raised.
● Check if the HISS indicator stays on.
● Check for a blown fuse. 2 P. 113
u Turn the ignition switch to the OFF
● Check for a loose battery connection or
position and remove the key. Reinsert
the key and turn the ignition switch to battery terminal corrosion. 2 P. 71
● Check the condition of the battery.
the ON position. If the indicator still
2 P. 107
stays on, check the following:
Check if there is no another HISS key If the problem continues, have your
(including spare key) close to the motorcycle inspected by your dealer.
ignition switch.
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Overheating (High coolant temperature indicator is on)

The engine is overheating when the 2. Check that the radiator fan is operating,
following occurs: and then turn the ignition switch to the
● High coolant temperature indicator comes OFF position.
on. If the fan is not operating:
● Acceleration becomes sluggish. Suspect a fault. Do not start the engine.
If this occurs, pull safely to the side of the Transport your motorcycle to your dealer.
road and perform the following procedure. If the fan is operating:
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Extended fast idling may cause the high Allow the engine to cool with the ignition
coolant temperature indicator to come on. switch in the OFF position.
NOTICE 3. After the engine has cooled, inspect the
Continuing to ride with an overheated engine can cause radiator hose and check if there is a leak.
serious damage to the engine. 2 P. 76
If there is a leak:
1. Stop the engine using the ignition switch, Do not start the engine. Transport your
and then turn the ignition switch to the motorcycle to your dealer.
ON position. 4. Check the coolant level in the reserve
tank, and add coolant as necessary.
2 P. 76
5. If 1-4 check normal, you may continue
riding, but closely monitor the
temperature gauge.
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Warning Indicators On or Flashing
Low Oil Pressure Indicator If the engine oil level goes down rapidly, your
motorcycle may have a leak or another
If the low oil pressure indicator comes on, serious problem. Have your motorcycle
pull safely to the side of the road and stop inspected by your dealer.
the engine.
NOTICE PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel
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Continuing to ride with low oil pressure can cause serious

damage to the engine. Injection) Malfunction Indicator
1. Check the engine oil level, and add oil as Lamp (MIL)
necessary. 2 P. 72
2. Start the engine. If the indicator comes on while riding, you
u Only continue riding if the low oil may have a serious problem with the PGM-FI
pressure indicator goes off. system. Reduce speed and have your
Rapid acceleration may momentarily cause motorcycle inspected by your dealer as soon
the low oil pressure indicator to come on, as possible.
especially if the oil is at or near the low level.
If the low oil pressure indicator stays on
when the oil level is at the proper level, stop
the engine and contact your dealer.
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Warning Indicators On or Flashing u ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) If the ABS indicator stays on, your brakes will
continue to work as a conventional system,
Indicator but without the anti-locking function.
If the indicator operates in one of the
following ways, you may have a serious The ABS indicator may flash if you turn the
problem with the brake system. Reduce your rear wheel while your motorcycle is lifted off
the ground. In this case, turn the ignition
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speed and have your motorcycle inspected by
your dealer as soon as possible. switch off and then on again. The ABS
indicator will go off after your speed reaches
● Indicator comes on or starts flashing while 30 km/h (19 mph).
riding.
● Indicator does not come on when the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
● Indicator does not go off at speeds above
10 km/h (6 mph).
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Warning Indicators On or Flashing u TCS (Traction Control System) Indicator
TCS (Traction Control System) Even when the TCS indicator is on, your
motorcycle will have normal riding ability
Indicator without TCS function.
If the indicator operates in one of the u When the indicator comes on while the
following ways, you may have a serious TCS is in operation, you will have to close
problem with the TCS (Traction Control the throttle grip completely to regain
normal riding ability.
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System). Reduce your speed and have your

motorcycle inspected by your dealer as soon
as possible. The TCS indicator may comes on if you turn
the rear wheel while your motorcycle is lifted
● Indicator comes on while riding. off the ground. In this case, turn the ignition
● Indicator does not comes on when the switch off and on again. The TCS indicator
ignition switch is in turned on. will go off after your speed reaches 10 km/h
● Indicator does not go off at speeds above (6 mph).
10 km/h (6 mph).
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Other Warning Indications
Fuel Gauge Failure Indications Handle Grip Heater Failure

If the fuel system has an error, the fuel gauge Indication
indicators will be displayed as shown in the If the handle grip heater system has an error,
illustration. the handle grip heater status icon will blink.
If this occurs, see your dealer as soon as If the “E1”, “E2” or “E3” blinking does not
possible.
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go off, see your dealer as soon as possible.
Handle grip heater status icon
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Tyre Puncture
Repairing a puncture or removing a wheel
requires special tools and technical expertise.
3 WARNING
We recommend you have this type of service Riding your motorcycle with a
performed by your dealer. temporary tyre repair can be risky. If
After an emergency repair, always have the the temporary repair fails, you can
tyre inspected/replaced by your dealer. crash and be seriously injured or
killed.
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Emergency Repair Using a Tyre If you must ride with a temporary tyre
Repair Kit repair, ride slowly and carefully and
do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) until
If your tyre has a minor puncture, you can the tyre is replaced.
make an emergency repair using a tubeless
tyre repair kit.
Follow the instructions provided with the Removing Wheels
emergency tyre repair kit.
Follow these procedures if you need to
Riding your motorcycle with a temporary tyre
remove a wheel in order to repair a puncture.
repair is very risky. Do not exceed 50 km/h
(30 mph). Have the tyre replaced by your
dealer as soon as possible.
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Tyre Puncture u Removing Wheels
When removing and installing the wheel, be 3. Remove the wheel speed sensor by
careful not to damage the wheel speed removing the bolts.
sensor and pulser ring. 4. On the right side, remove the mounting
bolts and remove the brake caliper.
❙ Front Wheel 5. On the left side, remove the mounting
Removal bolts and remove the brake caliper.
1. Park your motorcycle on its centre stand u Support the brake caliper so that it
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on a firm, level surface. doesn’t hang from the brake hose. Do
2. Cover both sides of the front wheel and not twist the brake hose.
brake caliper with protective tape or u Avoid getting grease, oil, or dirt on
cloth. the disc or pad surfaces.
Mounting bolts u Do not pull the brake lever while the
brake caliper is removed.
u Take care to prevent the brake caliper
from scratching the wheel during
removal.
Bolts
Tape or cloth
Brake caliper Wheel speed sensor
continued 101
6. Remove the front axle bolt. 9. Loosen the left axle pinch bolt.
7. Loosen the right axle pinch bolt. 10. On the left side, withdraw the front axle
8. Support your motorcycle securely and shaft, and remove the side collars and
raise the front wheel off the ground wheel.
using a maintenance stand or a hoist. Axle pinch bolt
Axle pinch bolt
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Front axle shaft

Front axle bolt
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Installation 4. Tighten the left axle pinch bolt to hold

1. Attach the side collars to the wheel. the axle.
2. On the left side, place the wheel 5. Tighten the axle bolt.
between the fork legs and insert the Torque: 59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 44 lbf·ft).
lightly greased front axle shaft to the
end, through the left fork leg and wheel 6. Loosen the left axle pinch bolt.
hub. 7. Tighten the right axle pinch bolt.
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3. Align the end of the front axle shaft with Torque: 22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft).
the surface of the fork leg.
8. Install the right brake caliper and tighten
Surface of fork new mounting bolts.
leg
End of front axle

shaft
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9. Install the left brake caliper and tighten 10. Lower the front wheel on the ground.
new mounting bolts. 11. Apply the brake lever several times.
Torque: 45 N·m (4.6 kgf·m, 33 lbf·ft). Then, pump the fork several times.
12. Retighten the left axle pinch bolt.
u Take care to prevent the brake caliper
from scratching the wheel during
installation. 13. Raise the front wheel off the ground
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u Use new mounting bolts when again, and check that the wheel rotates
installing the brake caliper. freely after you release the brake.
NOTICE 14. Install the wheel speed sensor and
When installing the brake calipers into position on tighten the bolts, then check the
the fork legs, carefully fit the brake disc between clearance between the wheel speed
the pads to avoid scratching them. sensor and the pulser ring.
15. Remove the protective tape or cloth.

possible to verify proper assembly.
Improper assembly may lead to loss of
braking capacity.
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❙ Rear Wheel 4. Move the muffler outward.

Removal 5. Remove the rear wheel nuts, and remove
1. Park your motorcycle on its centre stand the rear wheel.
on a firm, level surface. Rear wheel nuts Muffler
2. Loosen the muffler band bolts.
3. Remove the muffler stay bolt, nut and
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washer.
Nut
Rear wheel
Rear wheel nuts
Washer
Stay bolt Band bolts
continued 105
Installation
1. To install the rear wheel, reverse the
removal procedure.
2. Tighten the rear wheel nuts equally.
3. Hold the muffler mounting bolt and

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tighten the mounting nut.

4. Tighten the muffler band bolts.

5. Check that the wheel rotates freely.

possible to verify proper assembly.
Improper assembly may lead to loss of
braking capacity.
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Electrical Trouble
Battery Goes Dead Burned-out Light Bulb

Charge the battery using a motorcycle Follow the procedure below to replace a
battery charger. burned-out light bulb.
Remove the battery from the motorcycle Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK
before charging. position.
Do not use an automobile-type battery Allow the bulb to cool before replacing it.
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charger, as these can overheat a motorcycle Do not use bulbs other than those specified.
battery and cause permanent damage. Check the replacement bulb for correct
If the battery does not recover after operation before riding.
recharging, contact your dealer.
NOTICE For the light bulb wattage, see
Jump starting using an automobile battery is not “Specifications“. 2 P. 131
recommended, as this can damage your motorcycle’s
electrical system.
continued 107
Electrical Trouble u Burned-out Light Bulb
❙ Headlight ❙ Position Light

Headlight
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Position light
The position lights use several LEDs.
The headlight uses several LEDs. If there is a LED which is not turned on, see
If there is a LED which is not turned on, see your dealer for this service.
your dealer for this service.
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❙ Brake/Tail Light ❙ Front Turn Signal Bulb

1. Remove the screw.
2. Fold the rearview mirror.
Rearview mirror
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Screw
3. Remove the cover from the rearview

Brake/tail light
mirror carefully in the procedure shown in
The brake and tail light uses several LEDs. the illustration.
If there is a LED which is not turned on, see
!b Cover
your dealer for this service.
!c
!a
continued 109
4. Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull

it out.
5. Slightly press the bulb in and turn it
counterclockwise.
Bulb
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Socket
6. Install a new bulb in the reverse order of

removal.
u Use only the amber bulb.
7. Reinstall the cover and install the screw
and tighten.
Torque: 1.0 N·m (0.1 kgf·m, 0.7 lbf·ft).
110
❙ Rear Turn Signal Bulb 4. Remove the turn signal cover by releasing
1. Remove the rear seat. 2 P. 64 the tabs carefully.
2. Remove the bolts. Turn signal cover
3. Remove the rear cowl by pulling
backward carefully.
Rear cowl Bolts
Troubleshooting
continued 111
5. Disconnect the turn signal connector ❙ License Plate Light Bulb

while pressing the tab. 1. Remove the screws.
6. Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull 2. Remove the license light cover and license
it out. light cover packing.
7. Pull the bulb out of the socket without 3. Pull out the bulb without turning.
turning it.
8. Install a new bulb and parts in the reverse Packing Screws
Troubleshooting
order of removal.
u Install the socket with its arrow mark
facing up, then turn it clockwise to
lock.
u Use only the amber bulb.
Arrow mark
License light cover

Bulb
Bulb
4. Install a new bulb and parts in the reverse
Socket order of removal.
Turn signal
connector Tab
112
Electrical Trouble u Blown Fuse
Blown Fuse 1. Remove the battery cover. 2 P. 70

2. Open the fuse box covers.
Before handling fuses, see “Inspecting and 3. Pull the fuses out with the fuse puller in
Replacing Fuses”. 2 P. 55 the tool kit and check for a blown fuse.
Always replace a blown fuse with a spare
❙ Fuse Box Fuses of the same rating.
4. Close the fuse box covers.
Troubleshooting
Fuse box covers 5. Reinstall the battery cover.
Spare fuses Spare fuse
continued 113
Electrical Trouble u Blown Fuse
❙ Main Fuse & FI Fuse 3. Pull the main fuse and FI fuse out with the
fuse puller in the tool kit and check for a
Starter magnetic switch cover blown fuse. Always replace a blown fuse
with a spare of the same rating.
u Spare fuses are provided in the fuse
box.
4. Reinstall parts in the reverse order of
Troubleshooting
removal.
NOTICE
If a fuse fails repeatedly, you likely have an electrical
problem. Have your motorcycle inspected by your dealer.
FI fuse Main fuse
1. Remove the battery cover. 2 P. 70

2. Remove the starter magnetic switch
cover.
114
Information
Keys...........................................................P. 116
Instruments, Controls, & Other Features...P. 117
Fuels Containing Alcohol.........................P. 120
Catalytic Converter ..................................P. 121
Caring for Your Motorcycle.....................P. 122
Storing Your Motorcycle .........................P. 125
Transporting Your Motorcycle ................P. 126
You & the Environment ...........................P. 127
Serial Numbers .........................................P. 128
Keys
Keys key.
If you lose a key, make another duplicate key
immediately.
Ignition key
This motorcycle has two ignition keys and a key To make a duplicate key and register it with
tag with a key number and a bar code. your HISS system, take the spare key, the key
tag, and the motorcycle to your dealer.
The ignition key contains a special coded chip u Store the tag in a safe location.
that is recognized by the immobilizer system
Information
(HISS) in order to start the engine. Handle the A metal key holder may cause damage to the
key carefully to prevent damaging the HISS area surrounding the ignition switch.
components. Key tag
● Do not bend keys or subject them to undue
stress.
● Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight or high
temperatures.
● Do not grind, drill or in any way alter their
shape.
● Do not expose to strong magnetic objects.
If you lose all keys and the key tag, the PGM-FI
unit/ignition control module must be replaced Key number and
by your dealer. To avoid this, keep a duplicate Ignition key bar code
116
Instruments, Controls, & Other Features
Instruments, Controls, & Tripmeter

Other Features The tripmeter A, B returns to 0.0 when the
readout exceeds 9,999.9.
Ignition Switch HISS
The headlight is always on when the ignition The Honda Ignition Security System (HISS)
switch is ON. Leaving the ignition switch ON immobilizes the engine’s ignition system if an
with the engine stopped will drain the battery. improperly-coded key is used to try and start
Do not turn the key while riding.
Information
the engine. When the ignition switch is turned
Engine Stop Switch off, the HISS immobilizer system is always alert,
even if the HISS indicator is not flashing.
Do not use the engine stop switch except in an If the ignition switch is turned on with the
emergency. Doing so when riding will cause the engine stop switch in the (Run) position, the
engine to suddenly turn off, making riding HISS indicator turns on and goes off after a few
unsafe. seconds to indicate it is OK to start the engine.
If you stop the engine using the engine stop 2 HISS Indicator Does Not Turn off P. 94
switch, turn the ignition switch off. Failing to do
so will drain the battery.
Odometer
The display locks at 999,999 when the readout
exceeds 999,999.
continued 117
The HISS indicator starts flashing every

2 seconds for 24 hours after the ignition switch
is turned off. You can turn this feature on or
off. 2 P. 31 The declaration of conformity to R & TTE
Directive is provided to the owner at the time of
purchase. The declaration of conformity should
EC Directive
be kept at a safe place. When the declaration of
This immobilizer system complies with R & TTE
conformity is lost or is not provided, contact
(Radio and Telecommunications Terminal
your dealer.
Equipment and the mutual recognition of their
Information
conformity) Directive. South Africa only Singapore only
Morocco only
118
Document Bag
The owner’s manual, registration, and
insurance information can be stored in the
plastic document bag located under the front
seat.
Ignition Cut-off System
Information
A banking (lean angle) sensor automatically
stops the engine and fuel pump if the
motorcycle falls over. To reset the sensor, you
must turn the ignition switch to OFF and back
to the ON position before the engine can be
restarted.
119
Fuels Containing Alcohol
Fuels Containing Alcohol The use of petrol containing more than 10 %

ethanol may:
Some conventional fuels blended with alcohol ● Damage the painting of the fuel tank.
are available in some locales to help reduce ● Damage the rubber tubes of the fuel line.
emissions to meet clean air standards. If you ● Cause corrosion of the fuel tank.
plan to use blended fuel, check that it is ● Cause poor drivability.
unleaded and meets the minimum octane NOTICE
rating requirement. Use of blended fuels containing higher than approved
percentages can damage metal, rubber, plastic parts of
Information
The following fuel blends can be used in your your fuel system.
motorcycle:
● Ethanol (ethyl alcohol) up to 10 % by volume.
If you notice any undesirable operating
u Petrol containing ethanol may be symptoms or performance problems, try a
marketed under the name Gasohol. different brand of petrol.
120
Catalytic Converter
Catalytic Converter Follow these guidelines to protect your

motorcycle’s catalytic converter.
This motorcycle is equipped with a three-way ● Always use unleaded petrol. Leaded petrol
catalytic converter. The catalytic converter will damage the catalytic converter.
contains precious metals that serve as catalysts ● Keep the engine in good running condition.
in high temperature chemical reactions that ● Have your motorcycle serviced if your engine
convert hydrocarbons (HC), carbon monoxide is misfiring, backfiring, stalling, or otherwise
(CO), and oxides of nitrogen (NOx) in the not running properly, stop riding and turn off
exhaust gasses into safe compounds. the engine.
Information
A defective catalytic converter contributes to air
pollution and can impair your engine’s
performance. A replacement unit must be an
original Honda part or equivalent.
121
Caring for Your Motorcycle
Caring for Your Motorcycle Avoid directing water into the air cleaner,
muffler, and electrical parts.
Frequent cleaning and polishing is important to 3. Thoroughly rinse your motorcycle with plenty
ensure the life of your Honda. A clean of clean water and dry with a soft, clean
motorcycle makes it easier to spot potential cloth.
problems. 4. After the motorcycle dries, lubricate any
In particular, seawater and salts used to prevent moving parts.
ice on roads promote the formation of u Make sure that no lubricant spills onto the
corrosion. Always wash your motorcycle brakes or tyres. Brake discs or pads
Information
thoroughly after riding on coastal or treated contaminated with oil will suffer greatly
roads. reduced braking effectiveness and can
lead to a crash.
5. Lubricate the drive chain immediately after
Washing washing and drying the motorcycle.
Allow the engine, muffler, brakes, and other 6. Apply a coat of wax to prevent corrosion.
high-temperature parts to cool before washing. u Avoid products that contain harsh
1. Rinse your motorcycle thoroughly using a detergents or chemical solvents. These can
garden hose to remove loose dirt. damage the metal, paint, and plastic on
2. If necessary, use a sponge or a soft towel your motorcycle.
with mild cleaner to remove road grime. Keep the wax clear of the tyres and brakes.
u Clean the windscreen, headlight lens,
panels, and other plastic components with
extra care to avoid scratching them.
122
u If your motorcycle has any mat painted ● Do not direct water at the air cleaner:
parts, do not apply a coat of wax to the u Water in the air cleaner can prevent the
mat painted surface. engine from starting.
● Do not direct water near the headlight:
❙ Washing Precautions u Any condensation inside the headlight
Follow these guidelines when washing: should dissipate after a few minutes of
● Do not use high-pressure washers: running the engine.
u High-pressure water cleaners can damage ● Do not use waxes containing compounds at
moving parts and electrical parts, the mat painted surface:
Information
rendering them inoperable. u Using plenty of water, clean the mat
● Do not direct water at the muffler: painted surface with a soft cloth or
u Water in the muffler can prevent starting sponge. Dry with a soft, clean cloth.
and causes rust in the muffler. u Use neutral detergent to clean mat
● Dry the brakes: painted surface.
u Water adversely affects braking
effectiveness. After washing, apply the
brakes intermittently at low speed to help
dry them.
● Do not direct water under the seat:
u Water in the underseat compartment can
damage your documents and other
belongings.
continued 123
Aluminium Components Windscreen

Aluminium will corrode from contact with dirt, Using plenty of water, clean the windscreen
mud, or road salt. Clean aluminium parts with a soft cloth or sponge. (Avoid using
regularly and follow these guidelines to avoid detergents or any kind of chemical cleaner on
scratches: the windscreen.) Dry with a soft, clean cloth.
● Do not use stiff brushes, steel wool, or
NOTICE
cleaners containing abrasives. To avoid possible scratching or other damage, use only
● Avoid riding over or scraping against curbs. water and a soft cloth or sponge to clean the windscreen.
Information
For a dirtier windscreen, use a diluted neutral

Panels detergent with a sponge and plenty of water.
Follow these guidelines to prevent scratches Make sure to wash off all the detergent.
and blemishes: (Detergent residue may cause windscreen
● Wash gently using a soft sponge and plenty cracks.)
of water.
● To remove stubborn stains, use diluted Replace the windscreen if scratches cannot be
detergent and rinse thoroughly with plenty of removed and they obstruct clear vision.
water.
● Avoid getting petrol, brake fluid, or Take care to keep battery electrolyte, brake
detergents on the instruments, panels, or fluid, or other chemical solvents off the
headlights. windscreen and screen garnish. They will
damage the plastic.
124
Storing Your Motorcycle
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler Storing Your Motorcycle

The exhaust pipe and muffler are stainless steel
If you store your motorcycle outdoors, you
but may become stained by mud or dust.
should consider using a full-body motorcycle
To remove mud or dust, use a wet sponge and
cover.
a liquid kitchen abrasive, then rinse well with
If you won’t be riding for an extended period,
clean water. Dry with chamois or a soft towel.
follow these guidelines:
If necessary, remove heat stains by using a
● Wash your motorcycle and wax all painted
commercially available fine texture compound.
surfaces (except mat painted surfaces).
Information
Then rinse by the same manner as removing
Coat chrome pieces with rust-inhibiting oil.
mud or dust.
● Lubricate the drive chain. 2 P. 58
NOTICE ● Place your motorcycle on its centre stand and
Even though the exhaust is made of stainless steel, it can position a block so that both tyres are off the
become stained. Remove all marks and blemishes as soon ground.
as they are noticed. ● After rain, remove the body cover and allow
the motorcycle to dry.
● Remove the battery (2 P. 71) to prevent
discharge. Charge the battery in a shaded,
well-ventilated area.
u If you leave the battery in place,
disconnect the negative - terminal to
prevent discharge.
continued 125
Transporting Your Motorcycle
After removing your motorcycle from storage, Transporting Your

inspect all maintenance items required by the
Maintenance Schedule. Motorcycle
If your motorcycle needs to be transported, it
should be carried on a motorcycle trailer or a
flatbed truck or trailer that has a loading ramp
or lifting platform, and motorcycle tie-down
straps. Never try to tow your motorcycle with a
wheel or wheels on the ground.
Information
NOTICE
Towing your motorcycle can cause serious damage to the
transmission.
126
You & the Environment
You & the Environment drain or on the ground. Used oil, petrol,
coolant, and cleaning solvents contain poisons
Owning and riding a motorcycle can be that can hurt refuse workers and contaminate
enjoyable, but you must do your part to protect drinking water, lakes, rivers, and oceans.
the environment.
Choose Sensible Cleaners

Use a biodegradable detergent when you wash
Information
your motorcycle. Avoid aerosol spray cleaners
that contain chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) which
damage the atmosphere’s protective ozone
layer.
Recycle Wastes
Put oil and other toxic wastes in approved
containers and take them to a recycling centre.
Call your local or state office of public works or
environmental services to find a recycling centre
in your area, and to get instructions on how to
dispose of non-recyclable wastes. Do not place
used engine oil in the trash, or pour it down a
127
Serial Numbers
Serial Numbers
The frame and engine serial numbers uniquely
identify your motorcycle and are required in
order to register your motorcycle. They may also
be required when ordering replacement parts.
The frame number is stamped on the right side
of the steering head.
The engine number is stamped on top of the
Information
crankcase.
You should record these numbers and keep Frame number
them in a safe place.
Engine number
128
Specifications
Specifications
■ Main Components Displacement 782 cm3 (47.7 cu-in)

Type RC79 Bore × stroke 72.0 x 48.0 mm (2.83 x 1.89 in)
Overall length 2,140 mm (84.3 in) Compression ratio 11.8 : 1
Overall width 750 mm (29.5in) Unleaded petrol
Fuel
Overall height 1,210 mm (47.6 in) Recommended: 91 RON or higher
Wheelbase 1,460 mm (57.5 in) Tank capacity 21.2 litres (5.60 US gal, 4.66 Imp gal)
Minimum ground YTZ12S
135 mm (5.3 in) Battery
clearance 12V-11Ah (10 HR) / 11.6Ah (20 HR)
Caster angle 25° 43’ 1st 2.846
Trail 95 mm (3.7 in) 2nd 2.062
Curb weight 242 kg (534 lb) 3rd 1.578
Gear ratios
Maximum weight 4th 1.291
Specifications
190 kg (419 lb)
capacity*1 5th 1.111
Maximum luggage 6th 0.965
18 kg (40 lb)
weight*2 Reduction ratios
Passenger capacity Rider and 1 passenger 1.939 / 2.687
(primary / final)
Minimum turning radius 3.4 m (11.2 ft)
*1 Including rider, passenger, all luggage, and accessories
*2 Includes the weight of the luggage and added accessories.
129
Specifications
■ Service Data 2.9 litres (3.1 US qt,

After draining
Front 120/70ZR17M/C(58W) 2.6 Imp qt)
Tyre size
Rear 180/55ZR17M/C(73W) After draining &
Engine oil 3.1 litres (3.3 US qt,
Tyre type Radial, tubeless engine oil filter
capacity 2.7 Imp qt)
DUNLOP D222F K change
Front 3.9 litres (4.1 US qt,
Recommended BRIDGESTONE T30F G After disassembly
Tyres DUNLOP D222 K 3.4 Imp qt)
Rear Recommended
BRIDGESTONE T30R G
brake (clutch) Honda DOT 4 Brake Fluid
Tyre air pressure fluid
Cooling system
Minimum tread Front 1.5 mm (0.06 in) 2.92 litres (3.09 US qt, 2.57 Imp qt)
capacity
depth Rear 2.0 mm (0.08 in)
Specifications
Recommended
IMR9D-9H (NGK) or VNH27ZB Pro Honda HP Coolant
Spark plugs (standard) coolant
(DENSO)
(non- 0.80 to 0.90 mm
Spark plug gap
adjustable) (0.031 to 0.035 in)
(non-
Idle speed 1,200 ± 100 rpm
adjustable)
Honda 4-stroke motorcycle oil
API Service Classification SG or higher,
Recommended
excluding oils marked as “Energy Conserving”
engine oil
or “Resource Conserving,”
SAE 10W-30, JASO T 903 standard MA
130
Specifications
Recommended Drive chain lubricant designed specifically for ■ Torque Specifications

drive chain O-ring chains. If not available, use SAE 80 or Grab rail mounting bolt 27 N·m (2.8 kgf·m, 20 lbf·ft)
lubricant 90 gear oil. Engine oil drain bolt 30 N·m (3.1 kgf·m, 22 lbf·ft)
Drive chain Oil filter 26 N·m (2.7 kgf·m, 19 lbf·ft)
25 to 35 mm (1.0 to 1.4 in)
slack Bearing holder pinch bolt 88 N·m (9.0 kgf·m, 65 lbf·ft)
Standard drive DID 525HV3 or RK 525ROZ6 Seat adjust plate socket bolts A 22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft)
chain No. of links 110 Seat adjust set collar socket
Engine sprocket 16T 12 N·m (1.2 kgf·m, 9 lbf·ft)
bolts B
Standard
Rear wheel Front wheel axle bolt 59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 44 lbf·ft)
sprocket sizes 43T
sprocket Front wheel brake caliper
45 N·m (4.6 kgf·m, 33 lbf·ft)
mounting bolts
■ Bulbs Front wheel axle pinch bolts 22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft)
Specifications
Headlight LED Rear wheel nuts 108 N·m (11.0 kgf·m, 80 lbf·ft)
Brakelight LED Muffler band bolts 21 N·m (2.1 kgf·m, 15 lbf·ft)
Tail light LED Muffler mounting nut 27 N·m (2.8 kgf·m, 20 lbf·ft)
Front turn signal lights 12V-21W x 2 Front turn signal cover screws 1.0 N·m (0.1 kgf·m, 0.7 lbf·ft)
Rear turn signal lights 12V-21W x 2
Position light LED
License plate light 12V-5W
■ Fuses
Main fuse 30A
Other fuses 30A, 20A, 10A
131
Index
Index
A C
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Caring for Your Motorcycle ....................122
Indicator............................................. 35, 97 Clip..............................................................69
Accessories ................................................. 16 Clutch
Fluid ...................................................57, 80
B Lever Adjustment......................................86
Battery ................................................. 54, 71 Colour Label...............................................53
Battery Cover............................................. 70 Coolant.................................................58, 76
Brakelight Switch ...................................... 80 Coolant Temperature Gauge ....................26
Brakes
Fluid ................................................... 57, 78 D
Lever Adjustment ..................................... 86 Digital Clock Adjustment ..........................30
Index
Pad Wear ................................................. 79 Display Setting ...........................................29

Braking....................................................... 12 Drive Chain...........................................57, 82
Bulb
Brake/Tail Light....................................... 109 E
Front Turn Signal .................................... 109 Electrical Trouble .....................................107
Headlight ............................................... 108 Engine
License Plate Light .................................. 112 Number ..................................................128
Position Light.......................................... 108 Oil ......................................................56, 72
Rear Turn Signal ..................................... 111 Oil Filter ....................................................74
Overheats .................................................95
Starting.....................................................41
132
Stop Switch................................ 37, 41, 117 G

Stopping ................................................ 117 Gear Position Indicator ............................. 23
Environment............................................ 127
Equipment Compartment H
Helmet Holder.......................................... 44 Handle Grip Heater ....................... 28, 39, 99
Owner’s Manual .............................. 45, 119 Handle Grip Heater Indicator ............. 36, 39
Tool Kit .............................................. 45, 63 Handle Grip Heater Status Icon.......... 21, 39
U-shaped Lock ......................................... 45 Hazard Switch............................................ 37
Headlight Aim ........................................... 90
F Headlight Dimmer Switch......................... 36
Flooded Engine ......................................... 41 Helmet Holder ........................................... 44
Frame Number ........................................ 128 High Beam Indicator ................................. 34
Index
Front Brake Lever Adjustment ................. 86 High Coolant Temperature
Front Seat Height Adjustment ................. 91 Indicator ............................................. 35, 95
Fuel HISS Indicator .............................. 29, 35, 117
Gauge...................................................... 21 Horn Button............................................... 37
Mileage Meter ......................................... 24
Recommended......................................... 43 I
Remaining................................................ 21 Ignition Cut-off System
Tank Capacity .......................................... 43 Banking Sensor....................................... 119
Fuels Containing Alcohol ....................... 120 Side Stand ................................................ 81
Fuses .................................................. 55, 113 Ignition key.............................................. 116
Ignition Switch ............................ 37, 41, 117
133
Indicators ................................................... 34 O
Instruments................................................ 20 Odometer...........................................22, 117
Oil
L Engine ................................................56, 72
Labels ........................................................... 6 Overheating ...............................................95
Load Limits................................................. 17
Loading Guidelines ................................... 17 P
Low fuel Indicator ..................................... 34 Parking .......................................................14
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 34, 96 Parts Location ............................................18
Passing Light Control Switch.....................36
M Petrol ........................................................120
Maintenance PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection)
Index
Fundamentals........................................... 52 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)....34, 96

Importance............................................... 48 Protective Apparel.....................................11
Safety....................................................... 48
Schedule .................................................. 49 R
Maximum Weight Limit ............................ 17 Recommended
Modifications............................................. 16 Coolant ....................................................58
Fuel ..........................................................43
N Oil ............................................................56
Neutral Indicator ....................................... 34 Refuelling...................................................43
Removal
Battery......................................................71
134
Clip.......................................................... 69 Helmet ..................................................... 44

Front Seat ................................................ 65 Luggage Tie-down Hook .......................... 46
Rear Seat ................................................. 64 Owner’s Manual............................... 45, 119
Single Seat Cowl ...................................... 66 Tool Kit .................................................... 45
Under Cowl ............................................. 68 U-shaped Lock.......................................... 45
Repair Kit................................................. 100 Storing Your Motorcycle......................... 125
Riding Precautions .................................... 12 Switches ..................................................... 36
S T
Safety Precautions .................................... 11 Tachometer................................................ 20
Serial Numbers ........................................ 128 TCS (Traction Control System) .................. 15
Shifting Gears............................................ 42 TCS (Traction Control System)
Index
Side Stand.................................................. 81 Indicator ............................................. 36, 98
Side Stand Ignition Cut-off System.......... 81 TCS (Traction Control System) OFF
Specifications .......................................... 129 Indicator ................................................... 35
Speedometer............................................. 21 TCS (Traction Control System) OFF
Start Button......................................... 37, 41 Switch....................................................... 36
Starting the Engine................................... 41 Throttle ...................................................... 85
Steering Lock............................................. 38 Tool Kit ................................................ 45, 63
Stopping Engine ..................................... 117 Transporting Your Motorcycle ............... 126
Storage Tripmeter ........................................... 22, 117
Document Bag ......................................... 45 Troubleshooting........................................ 93
Equipment ............................................... 44 Turn signal switich .................................... 36
135
Tyres
Air Pressure .............................................. 60
Puncture................................................. 100
Replacing ......................................... 60, 100
W
Warning Indicators On.............................. 96
Washing Your Motorcycle ...................... 122
Weight Limit.............................................. 17
Wheels
Front Removal ........................................ 101
Rear Removal ......................................... 105
Index
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This manual should be considered a permanent part of the motorcycle

This publication includes the latest production information available

No part of this publication may be reproduced without written

© 2014 Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

A Few Words About Safety

Safety Guidelines .........................................P. 3

Make Yourself Easy to See Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition

check the tightness of critical nuts and bolts,

If you run the engine in a confined or even

Image Labels Read instructions contained in Owner’s

The following pages describe the label

RADIATOR CAP LABEL

NEVER OPEN WHEN HOT.

ACCESSORIES AND LOADING WARNING LABEL

REAR CUSHION LABEL

TYRE INFORMATION LABEL

SAFETY REMINDER LABEL

Safety Precautions ● Face shield with unobstructed field of vision

Riding Precautions Brakes

Observe the following guidelines:

❙ Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ❙ Wet or Rainy Conditions

Parking Slowly lean the motorcycle to the left until its

● Park on a firm, level paved surface.

❙ Parking with the Side Stand or Centre Stand

Accessories & Modifications

Accessories & 3 WARNING

Improper accessories or modifications

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Front seat (P65)

Engine oil filter (P74)

Engine oil inspection window

Clutch lever (P86)

Tool kit (P45)

Rear suspension rebound

A button B button Tachometer red zone

If the fuel gauge indicators repeat

Handle grip heater status icon

Gear position indicator Clock (12-hour display)/Trip time/

A button switches between the odometer,

u To reset the mileage countdown distance, Gear position indicator

After the transmission is shifted to 2nd gear,

Always use the recommended tyres and

gauge and the air temperature gauge.

❙ Current fuel mileage Display range: 0.1 to 99.9 km/L (L/100km,

Displays the average fuel mileage since the

❙Coolant temperature gauge ( )

or Average fuel Average speed

Displays the time elapsed since the engine

Changing the speed and mileage unit

Changing the fuel mileage meter unit

Setting the mileage countdown

Press and hold A button and B button

control is automatically switched from the

2 Backlight brightness adjustment: 3 HISS indicator setting:

!b Press B button. The HISS indicator setting is

!b Press B button. The backlight is set, and

If the “mph” for speed and “mile” for

!b Press B button. The fuel mileage meter unit

!e Press B button. The trip distance is set, and

indicator Neutral indicator • Comes on when there is only

TCS (Traction Control TCS (Traction Control System) indicator

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