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 Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of a new z The following codes in this manual indicate
Honda vehicle. Your selection of a Honda the destination.
makes you part of a worldwide family of z The illustrations here in are based on the
satisfied customers who appreciate Honda’s MC300A II ID type
reputation for building quality into every Destination Codes
product. Code Destination
MC300A
To ensure your safety and riding pleasure:
ID, II ID India
z Read this owner’s manual carefully.
z Follow all recommendations and
procedures contained in this manual.
z Pay close attention to safety messages
contained in this manual and on the
vehicle.
 A Few Words About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very DANGER
important. Operating this vehicle safely is 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
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 CAUTION
warn you about all hazards associated with You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
operating or maintaining a vehicle. You must instructions.
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
z Safety labels on the vehicle damage to your vehicle, other
z 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

Vehicle Safety P. 2

Operation Guide P. 16

Maintenance P. 47

Troubleshooting P. 86

Information P. 105

Specifications P. 117

Warranty Policy P. 120

Index P. 128
Vehicle Safety

This section contains important information for safe riding of your vehicle.
Please read this section carefully.

Safety Guidelines............................................................. P. 3
Image Labels........................................................................ P. 6
Safety Precautions.......................................................... P. 8
Riding Precautions......................................................... P. 9
Accessories & Modifications............................... P. 13
Loading.................................................................................. P. 14
 Safety Guidelines

Safety Guidelines that you and your passenger are both wearing
an approved helmet and protective apparel.

Vehicle Safety
Follow these guidelines to enhance your safety: Instruct your passenger on holding onto the
z Perform all routine and regular inspections grab rails or your waist, leaning with you in
specified in this manual. turns, and keeping their feet on the footpegs,
z Stop the engine and keep sparks and flames even when the vehicle is stopped.
away before filling the fuel tank.
z 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 vehicles, practice
riding in a safe area to become familiar with
how this vehicle works and handles, and to
Always Wear a Helmet become accustomed to the vehicle’s size and
It’s a proven fact: helmets and protective weight.
apparel significantly reduce the number and
severity of head and other injuries. So always
wear an approved helmet and protective Ride Defensively
apparel. P. 8 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

Make yourself more visible, especially at night, It’s important to keep your vehicle properly
Vehicle Safety

by wearing bright reflective clothing, maintained and in safe riding condition.

positioning yourself so other drivers can see Inspect your vehicle 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 ( P. 14), and do not modify
your vehicle or install accessories that would
make your vehicle unsafe ( P. 13).
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 or Use Drugs and Ride assistance if needed. Also follow applicable laws
Alcohol or drugs and riding don’t mix. Even one and regulations if another person or vehicle is
alcoholic drink can reduce your ability to involved in the crash.
respond to changing conditions, and your
reaction time gets worse with every additional
drink. The same is true for drug use. Don’t drink If you decide to continue riding, first turn the
or use drugs and ride, and don’t let your friends ignition switch to the OFF position, and evaluate
do it either. the condition of your vehicle. Inspect for fluid
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 Safety Guidelines

leaks, check the tightness of critical nuts and

bolts, and check the handlebar, control levers,
WARNING

Vehicle Safety
brakes, and wheels. Ride slowly and cautiously. Running the engine of your vehicle
Your vehicle may have suffered damage that is while in an enclosed or even partially
not immediately apparent. Have your vehicle enclosed area can cause a rapid
thoroughly checked at a qualified service facility build-up of toxic carbon monoxide gas.
as soon as possible.
Breathing this colourless, odorless gas
can quickly cause unconsciousness and
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
lead to death.
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide,
a colourless, odorless gas. Breathing carbon Only run your vehicle’s engine when it
monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and is located in a well ventilated area
may lead to death. outdoors.

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 vehicle inside a garage or other
enclosure.

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 Image Labels

Image Labels Read instructions contained in

Owner’s Manual carefully.
Vehicle Safety

The following pages describe the label

meanings. Some labels warn you of potential Read instructions contained in Shop
hazards that could cause serious injury. Others Manual carefully. In the interest of
provide important safety information. Read this safety, take the vehicle to be serviced
information carefully and don’t remove the only by your dealer.
labels.
DANGER (with RED background)
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
contact your dealer for a replacement. HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
WARNING (with ORANGE
There is a specific symbol on each label. background)
The meanings of each symbol and label are You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
as follows. HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
CAUTION (with YELLOW
background)
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.

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 Image Labels

BATTERY LABEL
DANGER

Vehicle 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 vehicle.
• Do not use a battery with the electrolyte at or below the
lower level mark. It can explode causing serious injury.

FUEL LABEL
• Unleaded petrol only.
• This mark means that the vehicle parts are compliant up to
20% Ethanol blending with petrol.

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 Safety Precautions

Safety Precautions z Face shield with unobstructed field of vision

or other approved eye protection
Vehicle Safety

z Ride cautiously and keep your hands on the

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

Riding Precautions z Avoid continuous braking.

► Repeated braking, such as when

Vehicle Safety
Running-in Period descending long, steep slopes can
seriously overheat the brakes, reducing
During the first 500 km (300 miles) of running,
their effectiveness. Use engine braking
follow these guidelines to ensure your vehicle’s
with intermittent use of the brakes to
future reliability and performance.
z Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid
reduce speed.
z For full braking effectiveness, operate both
acceleration.
z Avoid hard braking and rapid down-shifts.
the front and rear brakes together.
z Ride conservatively. ▌ Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Brakes This model equipped with an Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS) designed to help prevent the
Observe the following guidelines: brakes from locking up during hard braking.
z Avoid excessively hard braking and
z ABS does not reduce braking distance. In
downshifting. certain circumstances, ABS may result in a
► Sudden braking can reduce the vehicle’s longer stopping distance.
stability. z ABS does not function at speeds below
► Where possible, reduce speed before 5 km/h (3 mph).
turning; otherwise you risk sliding out. z The brake lever and pedal may recoil slightly
z Exercise caution on low traction surfaces.
when applying the brakes. This is normal.
► The tyres slip more easily on such surfaces
and braking distances are longer.

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 Riding Precautions

z Always use the recommended front/rear Parking

tyres and sprockets to ensure correct ABS
Park on a firm, level surface.
Vehicle Safety

z
operation. z If you must park on a slight incline or loose
▌ Engine Braking surface, park so that the vehicle cannot move
or fall over.
Engine braking helps slow your vehicle down z Make sure that high-temperature parts
when you release the throttle. For further
cannot come into contact with flammable
slowing action, downshift to a lower gear. Use
materials.
engine braking with intermittent use of the z Do not touch the engine, muffler, brakes and
brakes to reduce speed when descending long,
other high-temperature parts until they cool
steep slopes.
down.
▌ Wet or Rainy Conditions z To reduce the likelihood of theft, always lock
the handlebar and remove the key when
Road surfaces are slippery when wet, and wet
leaving the vehicle unattended.
brakes further reduce braking efficiency.
Use of an anti-theft device is also
Exercise extra caution when braking in wet
recommended.
conditions.
If the brakes get wet, apply the brakes while ▌ Parking with the Side Stand
riding at low speed to help them dry. 1. Stop the engine.
2. Push the side stand down.
3. Slowly lean the vehicle to the left until its weight
rests on the side stand.

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 Riding Precautions

4. Turn the handlebar fully to the left. Refuelling and Fuel Guidelines
► Turning the handlebar to the right reduces
Follow these guidelines to protect the engine,

Vehicle Safety
stability and may cause the vehicle to fall.
fuel system and catalytic converter:
5. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position z Use only unleaded petrol.
and remove the key. P. 35 z Use the recommended octane number. Using
lower octane petrol will result in decreased
engine performance.
z Do not use fuels containing a high
concentration of alcohol. P. 115
z Do not use stale or contaminated petrol or
an oil/petrol mixture.
z Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.

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 Riding Precautions

Honda Selectable Torque Torque Control may not compensate for rough
Control (HSTC) road conditions or rapid throttle operation.
Vehicle Safety

Always consider road and weather conditions,

When the Honda Selectable Torque Control
as well as your skills and condition, when
(Torque Control) detects rear wheel spin during
applying throttle.
acceleration, the system will limit the amount of
torque applied to the rear wheel based on the
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud, snow or sand,
Torque Control level selected.
it may be easier to free it by turning off the
Torque Control temporarily.
Torque Control will allow some wheel spin
Temporarily turning off Torque Control also
during acceleration at the lower Torque Control
setting levels. Select a level that is appropriate may help you maintain control and balance
for your skill and riding conditions. when riding on off-road terrain.

Always use the recommended tyres and

Torque Control does not work during
sprockets to ensure correct Torque Control
deceleration and will not prevent the rear wheel
operation.
from skidding due to engine braking. Do not
close the throttle suddenly, especially when
riding on slippery surfaces.

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 Accessories & Modifications

Accessories & WARNING

Modifications

Vehicle 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 vehicle by Honda or make
modifications to your vehicle from its original Follow all instructions in this owner’s
design. Doing so can make it unsafe. manual regarding accessories and
modifications.
Modifying your vehicle may also void your
warranty and make your vehicle illegal to
operate on public roads. Before deciding to Do not pull a trailer with, or attach a sidecar to,
install accessories on your vehicle, be certain your vehicle. Your vehicle was not designed for
the modification is safe and legal. these attachments, and their use can seriously
impair your vehicle’s handling.

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 Loading

Loading WARNING
Vehicle Safety

z Carrying extra weight affects your vehicle’s Overloading or improper loading can
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.
z Avoid carrying an excessive load and keep
Follow all load limits and other loading
within specified load limits. guidelines in this manual.
Maximum weight capacity P. 117
z Tie all luggage securely, evenly balanced, and
close to the centre of the vehicle.
z Do not place objects near the lights or the
muffler.

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Vehicle Safety
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 Parts Location
Rear seat P. 65
First aid kit P. 45
Document bag P. 45
Operation Guide

Tool kit P. 45
Front seat
Throttle grip P. 82
Clutch lever P. 79
Front brake fluid
reservoir P. 71
Front brake lever
Battery P. 63
Right side cover P. 66
Main fuse P. 103

Engine oil fill cap/

dipstick P. 67
Rear brake pedal
Brakelight switch P. 73

Rear brake fluid

reservoir P. 71
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 Fuel fill cap P. 43
USB socket P. 44
Engine Stop Switch P. 34

Operation Guide
Left side cover P. 66

Data link
connector

Fuse box P. 102

Helmet holder P. 46
Seat lock P. 65
Rear suspension spring
preload adjuster P. 85
Crankcase breather P. 83
Drive chain P. 75
Side stand P. 74
Spark plug
Shift lever P. 42
Engine oil drain bolt P. 69

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 Instruments
SEL button

Tachometer
Operation Guide

Tachometer red zone

(excessive engine rpm range)
NOTICE
:
Do not operate the engine in the
SEL
8
tachometer red zone. Excessive engine
SET speed can adversely affect engine life.
km/h
TOTALTRIP A B km /

km AVG v

SET button

Display Check
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, 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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 Speedometer Odometer (TOTAL)/Tripmeter(TRIP A/B) P. 20
Clock (12-hour display)
To set the clock P. 23

Operation Guide
:
8 SERVICE DUE
indicator P. 28

km/h
Honda Smartphone Voice
TOTALTRIP A B km /

km
Control system (HSVCS)
AVG v
area P. 36
Gear position indicator MC300A II ID
This shows 1st to 6th gear Average fuel mileage Display the status of Honda
position.“-” appears when (AVG), Fuel consumption, Smartphone Voice Control
Average speed(AVG) and
not shifted properly system (HSVCS)
Battery voltage P. 29
Fuel gauge
NOTICE
Remaining fuel when only 1st (E)
You should refuel when the reading
segment starts flashing: approximately approaches the E (1st) segment. Running
1.7 litres (0.45 US gal, 0.47 Imp gal) out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire,
If the fuel gauge indicator flashes in a damaging the catalytic converter.
repeat pattern or turns off: P. 91
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 Instruments (Continued)
Basic Operations To Select a Desired Setting Option
You can operate and set the various You can select your desired setting option to
functions of the display using the switches operate with the up switch or down
Operation Guide

on the left handlebar. switch on the left handlebar.

However, you cannot operate some functions
while the vehicle in motion. To Set Your Selection
Up switch Press the switch on left handlebar to set
Press the up switch to your selection.
select the available option
To Exit the Setting Option
To return the pervious option:
switch
Press to set your Press the back switch on the left handlebar.
selection.

Down switch
Press the down switch to
select the available option.
Back switch
Press the back switch to return to the previous option.

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Odometer [TOTAL]/Tripmeter [TRIP A/B]
The SEL button selects the odometer, tripmeter A and tripmeter B.
MC300A II ID

Operation Guide
The [UP] switch also selects these.

Odometer Tripmeter A Tripmeter B

# Odometer
Total distance ridden. When “------” is
displayed, go to your dealer for service.
# Tripmeter-[A/B]:
Distance ridden since tripmeter was reset.
When “----.-” is displayed, go to your dealer for service.
To reset the tripmeter: P. 22

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 Instruments (Continued)
# To reset the tripmeter (Trip A/B), To reset the tripmeter B, average fuel
average fuel mileage, fuel mileage B, fuel consumption B and average
consumption, average speed speed B together, press and hold the
Operation Guide

To reset the tripmeter A, average fuel button or up switch with tripmeter B

mileage A, fuel consumption A and average displayed. Fuel
speed A together, press and hold the Tripmeter B consumption B
button or up switch with tripmeter A Average
Average fuel
displayed. Fuel mileage B speed B
Tripmeter A consumption A
Average
L
Average fuel or
TRIP B km /L km /h

or or
speed A
km AVG AVG

mileage A
L
When they are reset, "0.0" is displayed at
or
TRIP A km /L km /h

km or AVG or AVG each indication. Then, the display returns to

the last selected indication.
When they are reset, "0.0" is displayed at L

each indication. Then, the display returns to

TRIP B km /L km /h

km AVG AVG

the last selected indication.

TRIP A km /L L km /h

km AVG AVG

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Display Setting 1. Clock Setting:
You can adjust the following settings. a Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
• Clock setting
b Press and hold the and button

Operation Guide
• Backlight brightness adjustment until the hour digit start flashing
• MC300A II ID
or
Bluetooth pairing reset
MC300A II ID
Adjutment will be canceled if the button is
not pressed for about 30 seconds, unless Press and hold the up switch and
down switch until the hour digit start
each display setting was pre-set individually.
flashing.

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 Instruments (Continued)
c Press the button until the desired e Press the button until the desired
hour is displayed minute is displayed
f Hour will advance by one hour, each f Minute will advance by one minute,
Operation Guide

time the button is pressed. Press each time the button is pressed.
and hold to advance the hour fast.
Press and hold to advance the minute
or
fast.
MC300A II ID
or
Press the up switch or down switch
MC300A II ID
until desired hour is displayed.
f Hour will change by one hour, each Press the up switch or down switch
time the up switch or down until desired minute is displayed.
switch is pressed. f Minute will change by one minute, each
time the up switch or down
switch is pressed.
d Press the button. The minute digits
start flashing
or
MC300A II ID
Press the switch. The minute digits
start flashing.

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f Press the button. The clock is set and 2. Backlight brightness adjustment:
then the display moves to the backlight You can adjust the brightness to one of five
brightness adjustment levels.

Operation Guide
or a Press the button. The brightness is
MC300A II ID switched.
Press the switch. The clock is set and Bright
then the display moves to the backlight
brightness adjustment
f The time can also be set by turning the
ignition switch off.
f The display will stop flashing Dark
or
automatically and the adjustment will MC300A II ID
be cancelled if the button is not pressed
Press the up switch or down switch
for about 30 seconds.
until desired brightness is displayed.
b Press the button.
or
MC300A II ID
Press the switch.

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 Instruments (Continued)
MC300A I ID 3. Bluetooth pairing reset:
The brightness is set, and then the display MC300A II ID
will return to the ordinary display. You can reset the pairing information of
Operation Guide

MC300A II ID Bluetooth®.
The brightness is set, and then the display a The display will appear ”NO” after setting
moves to the bluetooth pairing setting backlight brightness adjustment.
display.
The established setting can also be set by
turning the ignition switch to the OFF
position.
b Press the button or up switch or
The control is automatically switched from down switch to change the setting to
the setting mode to the ordinary display if “YES“.
the button is not pressed for about 30 c Press the button or switch.
seconds. Even in this case, established f The Bluetooth® icon in the display will
setting is maintained. start flashing.
If it does not work, contact your dealer. f The system waits for a response from a
target device for 2 minutes.

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d When pairing is established the “SUCCES”
message appear in the display and
Bluetooth® icon comes on.

Operation Guide
f If the “FAIL” message appear in the
display perform the pairing connection
from the beginning.
TOTALTRIP A B
mile
km

TOTALTRIP A B
mile
km

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 Instruments (Continued)
SERVICE DUE indicator Second blinking of service due indicator will
When odometer reading reaches specified start 500 kms before second service (as per
distance then service due indicator light specified distance) of the vehicle and later
Operation Guide

blinks upto service limit (kms) and then light same pattern will continue for every next
glows continuously. service.
Service due indicator will continuous glow if
SERVICE DUE indicator lighting pattern service of the vehicle is not done as per the
understanding: specified distance mentioned in
Blinking: maintenance schedule.
f Blinking of service due indicator indicates
that your vehicle has reached the specified NOTICE
distance for service hence kindly visit your Service due indicator blinking / continuous glow is an
indication for vehicle service due which is based on
nearest dealer for vehicle service.
distance (Kms) covered by the vehicle however every
Continuous glow: service schedule is to be followed as per the
f Indicate that your vehicle has crossed the maintenance schedule with respect to days or kms
specified distance for Service. covered (whichever comes first)
Immediately visit your dealer for If your vehicle is serviced before the specified distance
vehicle service. as mentioned in maintenance schedule P.50, in that
First blinking of service due indicator will case service due indicator will start blinking, whenever
start 250 kms before first service (as per your vehicle reach specified kilometer.
Kindly visit your dealer for service due indicator
specified distance) of the vehicle.
resetting.
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Average fuel mileage [AVG], Fuel consumption, Average speed [AVG] and Battery
voltage
The or switch switches between the average fuel mileage, fuel consumption, average

Operation Guide
speed and battery voltage.

Average
fuel Fuel Average Battery
mileage consumption speed voltage

km /L L km /h

AVG AVG v

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 Instruments (Continued)
# Average fuel mileage # Fuel consumption
Displays the average fuel mileage since the Displays the fuel consumption since the
selected tripmeter was reset. selected tripmeter was reset.
Operation Guide

The average fuel mileage will be calculated The fuel consumption will be calculated
based on value displayed on the tripmeter based on value displayed on the tripmeter
(A or B) selected. (A or B) selected.
Also, the average fuel mileage for tripmeter Also, the fuel consumption for tripmeter A
A will be displayed when the odometer or will be displayed when the odometer or
tripmeter A are selected. tripmeter A are selected.
Display range: 0.0 to 299.9 km/L Display range: 0.0 to 299.9 L
• More than 299.9 km/L: “299.9” is displayed. • More than 299.9 L: “299.9” is displayed.
• When the tripmeter A or B is reset: “---.-” When “---.-” is displayed, go to your dealer
is displayed. for service.
When “---.-” is displayed except for the To reset the fuel consumption:
above-mentioned cases, go to your dealer P. 22
for service.
To reset the average fuel mileage:
P. 22

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# Average speed To reset the average speed:
Displays the average speed since the P. 22
selected tripmeter was reset.
# Battery voltage [V] : Current battery

Operation Guide
The average speed will be calculated based
voltage.
on value displayed on the tripmeter (A or B)
selected.
Also, the average speed for tripmeter A will
be displayed when the odometer or
tripmeter A are selected.
Display range: 0 to 199 km/h
• Initial display: “---” is displayed.
• When your motorcycle has travelled less
than 0.2 km since the engine was
started: “---” is displayed.
• When your motorcycle operating time is
less than 30 seconds since the engine was
started: “---” is displayed.
When “---” is displayed except for the
abovementioned cases, go to your dealer
forservice.

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 Indicators
If one of these indicators does not come on when it should, have your dealer check for
problems.
Left turn signal indicator
Operation Guide

High beam indicator

PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel
Injection) malfunction
indicator lamp (MIL)
Comes on briefly when the
ignition switch is turned to the
:
ON position.
SEL
8
If it comes on or flashes
SET
km/h while engine is running:
TOTALTRIP A B km / P. 88
km AVG v
Right turn signal
indicator

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)

indicator
Comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
Goes off when your speed reaches approximately 5 km/h (3 mph).
If it comes on while riding: P. 89
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 Torque Control indicator
N Neutral indicator
● Comes ON when the ignition switch is
Comes on when the turned to the ON position. Goes off when

Operation Guide
transmission is in Neutral. your speed reaches approximately 3 km/h
to indicate Torque Control is ready to work.
● Blinks when Torque Control is operating.
If it comes on while riding: P. 90

Torque Control OFF

SEL
8
: indicator
● Comes ON when the Torque
SET
km/h Control is turned Off.
TOTALTRIP A B km /
● To turn OFF the Torque Control,
km AVG v
press and hold the button.

Side stand indicator P. 74

The side stand flashes when the side stand is put
down. It goes off when the side stand is raised

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 Switches
up/ down/ / back switch
P. 21
Operation Guide

Ignition switch P. 35
Engine stop switch
Should normally remain in the 8 (Run)
position.
f In an emergency, switch to the 9
(OFF) position to stop the engine.
Hazard switch
Horn button Flashes all turn signals at the same time.
Turn signal switch Start button
f Pressing the switch turns the turn
signal off.

Headlight dimmer/
Passing light control switch
• : High beam
• : Low beam
• PASS : Flashes the high beam headlight

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Ignition Switch
Push
Switches the electrical system on/off, locks the
steering. b

Operation Guide
f Key can be removed when in the OFF or a
Turn
LOCK position.

ON
Turns electrical system
Ignition key
on for starting/riding.
OFF # Locking
Turns engine off. a Turn the handlebar all the way to the left
or right.
LOCK
Locks steering. b Push the key down, and turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position.
f Jiggle the handlebar if the lock is
Steering Lock difficult to engage.
Lock the steering when parking to help c Remove the key.
prevent theft.
A U-shaped wheel lock or similar device is
also recommended.
# Unlocking
Insert the key, push it in, and turn the
ignition switch to the OFF position.
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 Honda Smartphone Voice Control system
Connecting your smartphone with the vehicle Communication range:
and a Bluetooth® headset via Bluetooth® Within 1 meters radius from vehicle.
allows you to operate the smartphone by
Supported Bluetooth® version/profiles
Operation Guide

voice input from the headset. You can also use

the system by operating switches on the Bluetooth®
Bluetooth 4.2 or higher
handlebar. version
f To use the system, you need to install the GATT (Generic Attribute Profiles)
Bluetooth®
dedicated application on your smartphone profiles
beforehand and pair your smartphone with HOGP (HID over GATT Profiles)
the vehicle and the headset.
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
For terms of service and information on how
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are
to install/operate the dedicated application,
registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth
see the following URL:
SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by
https://global.honda/voice-control-system/
Honda Motors Co., Ltd., is under license.
Other trademarks and trade names are
those of their respective owners.

f The dedicated application is not available in

some regions/countries.
For available countries, see the above URL.
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z Costs of network communication and The system itself has certain limitations.
communication equipment necessary for Therefore, you must verify the voice
the use of this feature shall be borne by guidance and information in the meter

Operation Guide
the user. provided by the system by carefully
z You cannot pair two or more observing the roadway, signs, and signals,
smartphones at once. etc. If you are unsure, proceed with caution.
z Some smartphones may not be Always use your own good judgement, and
compatible with the feature. obey traffic laws while riding.
z We shall not be liable for any damages or
trouble in the use of smartphone. WARNING
z When unable to connect your smartphone Using the Honda Smartphone Voice
to the vehicle, change the storage location Control system while riding can take your
of the smartphone. attention away from the road, causing a
crash in which you could be seriously
injured or killed.

• Be especially cautions when crossing

intersections, in heavy traffic. etc.
• Observe the roadway, signs, and
signals, carefully.
• Obey traffic laws while riding.

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 Honda Smartphone Voice Control system (Continued)
# Honda Smartphone Voice Control # Pairing your smartphone via Bluetooth®
system Limitations a Select the BLUETOOTH PAIRING RESET
Changes in operating systems, hardware, menu. P. 26
Operation Guide

software, and other technology integral to

providing Honda Smartphone Voice Control
system functionality, as well as new or
revised governmental regulations, may result Switch
in a decrease or cessation of Honda
b Reset the pairing information according to
Smartphone Voice Control system
the switch operation guide. P. 26
functionality and services.
c After resetting, complete pairing while the
Bluetooth® indicator flashing by operated
Honda cannot and does not provide any the application on your smartphone.
warranty or guarantee of future Honda f For operation of the application, follow
Smartphone Voice Control system the instruction of the application.
performance or functionality. f The BT indicator flashes during pairing.
Shows success/failure after completion.
:
8

km/h
f Make a Bluetooth® pairing after
TOTALTRIP A B km ile/b/gal/100km
mile
km AVGv

stopping at a safe place.

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Honda Selectable Torque Control
Torque control level (engine power control)
can be selected or turned ON/OFF.
f Do not operate the Torque Control switch

Operation Guide
while riding. SEL
8
Stop the vehicle first, turn the Torque
Control off or on and select the desired
SET
level. k
f The Torque Control cannot be turn off TOTALTRIP A B
when the system is activated (Torque km A
Control indicator flashing).
f Each time the ignition switch is turned to
the (ON) position, the Torque Control will SET button
automatically be set to ON.
# Torque Control on and off
Torque Control can be turned on and off by
pressing and holding the button.

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 Starting the Engine
Start your engine using the following NOTICE
procedure, regardless of whether the engine • If the engine does not start within 5 seconds, turn the
is cold or warm. ignition switch to the OFF position and wait 10 seconds
Operation Guide

before trying to start the engine again to recover

battery voltage.
• Extended fast idling and revving the engine can
a damage the engine and the exhaust system.
c

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a Make sure the engine stop switch is in the If the engine does not start:
(run) position. a Open the throttle fully and press the start
b Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. button for 5 seconds.

Operation Guide
c Shift the transmission to Neutral ( indicator b Repeat the normal starting procedure.
to come on). Alternatively, pull in the clutch
c If the engine starts, open the throttle
lever to start your vehicle with the
slightly if idling is unstable.
transmission in gear so long as the side stand
is raised. d If the engine does not start, wait for 10
d With the throttle completely closed, press seconds, before trying steps a & b
the start button. again.
f If you cannot start the engine, open the
throttle slightly (about 3mm, without
# If Engine Will Not Start P. 87

freeplay) and press the start button.

About 3 mm without freeplay

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 Shifting Gears
Your vehicle transmission has 6 forward
gears in a one-down, five-up shift pattern.
Operation Guide

If you put the vehicle in gear with the side

stand down, the engine will shut off.

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Refuelling
Filler neck plate Opening the Fuel Fill Cap
Ignition key Fuel level(max)
Lift up the lock cover, insert the ignition key,
Fuel filler and turn it clockwise to open the cap.

Operation Guide
opening
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.
Lock cover f The key cannot be removed if the fuel
Fuel fill cap fill cap is not locked.
Do not fill with fuel above the plate.
Fuel type: Unleaded petrol only WARNING
Fuel octane number: Your vehicle is Petrol is highly flammable and
designed to use Research Octane Number explosive. You can be burned or
(RON) 91 or higher. seriously injured when handling fuel.
Tank capacity: 14.1 litres (3.73 US gal, 3.10
Imp gal) • Stop the engine, and keep heat,
sparks, and flames away.
# Refuelling and Fuel Guidelines P. 11 • Only handle fuel outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.

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 USB Socket
Your vehicle is equipped with the USB socket f To prevent the battery from becoming
(for USB Type-C only). weak (or dead), keep the engine running
The USB socket is located at left side of while drawing current from the socket.
Operation Guide

speedometer panel. f To prevent entry of foreign matter into the

This socket is for battery charge only. socket, be sure to close the cover.
Use USB devices at your own risk. In no f Carefully secure all connected devices, as
event shall Honda be liable for any damage vibration may cause damage to them or
to your USB device when in use. they could shift unexpectedly.
Only USB devices within the following
specifications can be connected. NOTICE
• Using any heat-generating USB devices or
Open the cover to access the socket. improperly rated USB devices can damage the
Rated capacity is 15W (5V, 3A) socket.
• Do not use the USB socket in wet conditions, when
USB SOCKET COVER or while washing or any other wet conditions as
these will damage the USB socket.
• Do not allow the USB’s harness to become pinched
or trapped.
• Do not allow the USB’s harness to interfere with the
steering or controls.

USB SOCKET

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Storage Equipment
Tool Kit/ Document Bag/ First Aid Kit
Tool kit and first aid kit are located under the rear seat. Document bag is located under side of
the rear seat. Do not keep any belongings other than tool kit, first aid and owner’s manual

Operation Guide
under the rear seat. This will block air intake.

Tool kit
First aid kit

Document bag

# Removing the rear seat P. 65

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 Storage Equipment (Continued)
Helmet holder f Use the helmet holder only when parked.
The helmet holder is located underside of
the rear seat. The helmet set wire (in the # Removing the rear seat P. 65
Operation Guide

tool kit) is stored under the rear seat.

WARNING
Helmet set wire
Riding with a helmet attached to the
holder can interfere with your ability
to safely operate the vehicle and could
lead to a crash in which you can be
seriously hurt or killed.

Use the helmet holder only while

parked. Do not ride with a helmet
secured by the holder.

Helmet set wire Helmet set wire

Helmet holder Helmet D-ring

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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 Drive Chain........................................................................... P.75

Maintenance Schedule...............................................P.49 Clutch........................................................................................ P.79
Maintenance Fundamentals..................................P.52 Throttle................................................................................... P.82
Tools...........................................................................................P.62 Crankcase Breather...................................................... P.83
Removing & Installing Body Components...... P.63 Other Adjustments....................................................... P.84
Battery......................................................................................................P.63 Adjusting the Headlight Aim............................... P.84
Clip................................................................................................................ P.64 Adjusting the Rear Suspension...........................P.85
Rear Seat................................................................................................P.65
Side Cover........................................................................................... P.66
Engine Oil...............................................................................P.67
Brakes........................................................................................P.71
Side Stand.............................................................................. P.74
 Importance of Maintenance
Importance of Maintenance Maintenance Safety
Keeping your vehicle well-maintained is Always read the maintenance instructions
absolutely essential to your safety and to protect before you begin each task and make sure that
your investment, obtain maximum performance, you have the tools, parts, and skills required.
avoid breakdowns, and reduce air pollution. We cannot warn you of every conceivable
Maintenance

Maintenance is the owner’s responsibility. Be hazard that can arise in performing

sure to inspect your vehicle before each ride
maintenance. Only you can decide whether or
and perform the periodic checks specified in
not you should perform a given task.
the Maintenance Schedule. 2 P. 50

WARNING Follow these guidelines when performing

maintenance.
Improperly maintaining your vehicle z Stop the engine and remove the key.
or failing to correct a problem before z Place your vehicle on a firm, level surface
you ride can cause a crash in which using the side stand or a maintenance stand
you can be seriously hurt or killed. to provide support.
z Allow the engine, muffler, brakes, and other
Always follow the inspection and high-temperature parts to cool before
maintenance recommendations and servicing as you can get burned.
schedules in this owner’s manual. z Run the engine only when instructed, and do
so in a well-ventilated area.

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 Maintenance Schedule
The maintenance schedule specifies the All scheduled maintenance is considered a
maintenance requirements necessary to ensure normal owner operating cost and will be
safe, dependable performance, and proper charged to you by your dealer. Retain all
emission control. receipts. If you sell the vehicle, these receipts
should be transferred with the vehicle to the

Maintenance
Maintenance work should be performed in new owner.
accordance with Honda’s standards and
specifications by properly trained and equipped Honda recommends that your dealer should
technicians. Your dealer meets all of these road test your vehicle after each periodic
requirements. Keep an accurate record of maintenance is carried out.
maintenance to help ensure that your vehicle is
properly maintained.
Make sure that whomever performs the
maintenance completes this record.

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 Maintenance Schedule

Frequency *1
Pre-ride Refer
Annual Regular
Items Check × 1,000 km 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 to
× 1,000 mi 0.6 4 8 12 16 20 24 Check Replace
P.52 page
Months 1 6 12 18 24 30 36
Honda Diagnostic System I I I –
Fuel Line I I I I –
Maintenance

Fuel Level I –
Throttle Operation I I I I I 82
Air Cleaner *2 R R 61
Crankcase Breather *3 C C C C C C 83
Every 24000 km(16000 miles): I
Spark Plug –
Every 48000 km(32000 miles): R
Valve Clearance I I I –
Engine Oil I R R R R R R R R 67
Engine Oil filter R R –
Engine Idle Speed I I I I –
Evaporative Emission Control System I –
Drive Chain I Every 1000 km(600 miles): I L 75
Maintenance Level Maintenance Legend
: Intermediate. We recommend service by your I : Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace, if
dealer, unless you have the necessary tools and necessary)
are mechanically skilled. R : Replace
Procedures are provided in an official Honda
C : Clean
Shop Manual.
L : Lubricate
: Technical. In the interest of safety, have your
vehicle serviced by your dealer.
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 Maintenance Schedule

Frequency *1
Pre-ride Refer
× 1,000 km 1 6 12 18 24 30 36 Annual Regular
Items Check to
× 1,000 mi 0.6 4 8 12 16 20 24 Check Replace
P.52 page
Months 1 6 12 18 24 30 36
Drive Chain Slider I I I 78
Brake Fluid*4 I I I I I I I I 2 Years 71

Maintenance
Brake Pads Wear I I I I I I I I 72
Brake System I I I I 71
Brakelight Switch I I I I –
Headlight Aim I I I I 84
Lights/Horn I –
Engine Stop Switch I –
Clutch System I I I I I I I I 79
Side Stand I I I I I 74
Suspension I I I I 85
Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners I I I I –
Wheels/Tires I I I I I 59
Steering Head Bearings I I I I –
Service according to odometer reading or months, whichever is earlier.
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 : Service more frequently when riding in rain or at full throttle.
*4 : Replacement requires mechanical skill.

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 Maintenance Fundamentals
Pre-ride Inspection z Brakes - Check operation;
Front and Rear: check brake fluid level and
To ensure safety, it is your responsibility to
pads wear 2 P. 71, 72
perform a pre-ride inspection and make sure that z Lights and horn - Check that lights, indicators
any problem you find is corrected. A pre-ride and horn function properly
inspection is a must, not only for safety, but z Engine stop switch: Check for proper
Maintenance

because having a breakdown, or even a flat tyre, function 2 P. 34

can be a major inconvenience. z Clutch - Check operation;
Check the following items before you get on Adjust freeplay if necessary 2 P. 79
z Side stand ignition cut-off system - Check for
your vehicle:
proper function 2 P. 74
z Fuel level - Fill fuel tank when necessary z Wheels and tyres - Check condition, air
2 P. 43 pressure and adjust if necessary 2 P. 59, 118
z Throttle - Check for smooth opening and full
closing in all steering positions 2 P. 82
z Engine oil level - Add engine oil if necessary.
Check for leaks 2 P. 67
z Drive chain − Check condition and slack,
adjust and lubricate if necessary 2 P. 75

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 Maintenance Fundamentals

Replacing Parts Battery

Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their Your vehicle has a maintenance-free type
equivalents to ensure reliability and safety. battery. You do not have to check the battery
electrolyte level or add distilled water. Clean the
WARNING battery terminals if they become dirty or

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corroded.
Installing non-Honda parts may make Do not remove the battery cap seals. There is
your vehicle unsafe and cause a crash no need to remove the cap when charging.
in which you can be seriously hurt or
NOTICE
killed.
Your battery is a maintenance-free type and can be
permanently damaged if the cap strip is removed.
Always use Honda Genuine Parts or
equivalents that have been designed This symbol on the battery means
and approved for your vehicle. that this product must not be
treated as household waste.

NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can be harmful to
the environment and human health.
Always confirm local regulations for proper battery
disposal instruction.

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 Maintenance Fundamentals

# What to do in an emergency WARNING

If any of the following occur, immediately see
your doctor. The battery gives off explosive
z Electrolyte splashes into your eyes: hydrogen gas during normal operation.
► Wash your eyes repeatedly with cool water
Maintenance

for at least 15 minutes. Using water under A spark or flame can cause the battery
pressure can damage your eyes. to explode with enough force to kill or
z Electrolyte splashes onto your skin:
seriously hurt you.
► Remove affected clothing and wash your
skin thoroughly using water.
z Electrolyte splashes into your mouth: Wear protective clothing and a face
► Rinse mouth thoroughly with water, and shield, or have a skilled mechanic do
do not swallow. the battery servicing.

# Cleaning the Battery Terminals

1. Remove the battery. 2 P. 63
2. If the terminals are starting to corrode and
are coated with a white substance, wash with
warm water and wipe clean.

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 Maintenance Fundamentals

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.
vehicle. If something electrical on your vehicle
stops working, check for and replace any blown
fuses. 2 P. 102

Maintenance
# Inspecting and Replacing Fuses
Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position 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. 119
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
Installing non-Honda electrical accessories can NOTICE
overload the electrical system, discharging the battery Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly
and possibly damaging the system. increases the chance of damage to the electrical system.

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 Maintenance Fundamentals

If a fuse fails repeatedly, you likely have an *1 . The JASO T 903 standard is an index for engine
electrical fault. Have your vehicle inspected by oils for 4-stroke motorcycle engines. There are
your dealer. two classes: MA and MB. For example, the
following label shows the MA classification.
Engine Oil
Engine oil consumption varies and oil quality Oil code
Maintenance

deteriorates according to riding conditions and Oil classification

time elapsed.
Check the engine oil level regularly, and add *2 .The SAE standard grades oils by their viscosity.
the recommended engine oil if necessary. Dirty *3 .The API classification specifies the quality and
oil or old oil should be changed as soon as
performance rating of engine oils. Use SJ or
possible. higher oils, excluding oils marked as “Energy
# Selecting the Engine Oil Conserving” or “Resource Conserving” on the
For recommended engine oil, see circular API service symbol.
“Specifications.” 2 P. 118
If you wish to use other than recommended
engine oil, check the label to make sure that the
oil satisfies all of the following standards:
z JASO T 903 standard*1: MA
Not recommended Recommended
z SAE standard*2: 10W-30
z API classification*3: SJ or higher

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 Maintenance Fundamentals

Brake Fluid If the chain does not move smoothly, makes

strange noises, has damaged rollers, has loose
Do not add or replace brake fluid, except in an
pins, has missing O-rings, or has kinks, have the
emergency. Use only fresh brake fluid from a
chain inspected by your dealer.
sealed container. If you do add fluid, have the
brake system serviced by your dealer as soon

Maintenance
Also inspect the drive sprocket and driven
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 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid or
equivalent
Normal Worn Damaged
Drive Chain (GOOD) (REPLACE) (REPLACE)
The drive chain must be inspected and
lubricated regularly. Inspect the chain more NOTICE
frequently if you often ride on bad roads, ride Use of a new chain with worn sprockets will cause rapid
at high speed, or ride with repeated fast chain wear.
acceleration. 2 P. 75

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 Maintenance Fundamentals

# 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
Maintenance

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. Avoid applying excess chain lubricant to prevent
spray onto your clothes and the vehicle.
Recommended lubricant:
Drive chain lubricant designed
specifically for O-ring chains
If not available, use SAE 80 or 90 gear
oil.

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 Maintenance Fundamentals

Crankcase Breather # Inspecting for Damage

Inspect the tyres for
Service more frequently when riding in rain, at
cuts, slits, or cracks
full throttle, or after the vehicle is washed or
that expose fabric or
overturned. Service if the deposit level can be
cords, or nails or other
seen in the transparent section of the drain

Maintenance
foreign objects
tube.
embedded in the side
If the drain tube overflows, the air filter may
of the tyre or the tread. Also inspect for any
become contaminated with engine oil, causing
unusual bumps or bulges in the side walls of
poor engine performance. 2 P. 83
the tyres.
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
tyres look low. Always check air pressure when
your tyres are cold.

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 Maintenance Fundamentals

# Inspecting Tread Depth 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
Maintenance

hurt or killed.

Follow all instructions in this owner’s

manual regarding tyre inflation and
maintenance.

Have your tyres replaced by your dealer.

Wear indicator For recommended tyres air pressure and
location mark minimum tread depth, see “Specifications.”
2 P. 118
Follow these guidelines whenever you replace
tyres:
z Use the recommended tyres or their
equivalents of the same size, construction,
speed rating, and load range.

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 Maintenance Fundamentals

z Have the wheel balanced with Honda Air Cleaner

Genuine balance weights or equivalent after
This vehicle is equipped with a viscous type air
the tyre is installed.
z Do not install a tube inside a tubeless tyre on cleaner element.
this vehicle. Excessive heat build-up can Air blow cleaning or any other cleaning can
cause the tube to burst. degrade the viscous element performance and

Maintenance
z Use only tubeless tyres on this vehicle. cause the intake of dust.
The rims are designed for tubeless tyres, and Do not perform the maintenance. Should be
during hard acceleration or braking, a serviced by your dealer.
tube-type tyre could slip on the rim and
cause the tyre to rapidly deflate.

WARNING
Installing improper tyres on your
vehicle can adversely affect handling
and stability, and can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.

Always use the size and type of tyres

recommended in this owner’s manual.

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 Tools
The tool kit is stored under the seat. 2 P. 45

You can perform some roadside repairs, minor

adjustments and parts replacement with the
provided tools.
Maintenance

z 14 x 17 mm Open end wrench

z Spark plug wrench
z Standard/Phillips screwdriver
z Fuse puller
z Helmet set wire

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Removing & Installing Body Components

Battery # Removal
Make sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
Negative terminal Bolt Positive terminal position.
1. Remove the right side cover. 2 P. 66
2. Remove the battery holder by removing the

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bolt.
3. Disconnect the negative terminal from the
battery.
4. Disconnect the positive terminal from the
battery.
5. Remove the battery, taking care not to drop
the terminal nuts.
# Installation
Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
Always connect the positive terminal first.
Battery holder Battery Make sure bolts and nuts are tight.
Make sure the clock information is correct
after the battery is reconnected. 2 P. 23
For proper handling of the battery, see
“Maintenance Fundamentals.” 2 P. 52
“Battery Goes Dead.” 2 P. 100

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 Maintenance Fundamentals ► Clip

Clip
# Removal
1. Press down on the centre pin to release
the lock.
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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 ► Rear Seat

Rear Seat # Removal

1. Insert the ignition key into the seat lock.
2. Turn it clockwise, then pull the seat up and back.
Prongs
# Installation
1. Insert the prongs into the stays on the frame.

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2. Push forward and down on the rear of the seat
until it locks in place.
Make sure that the seat is locked securely in
Seat
position to pull it up lightly.
The seat locks automatically when closed.
Take care not to lock your key under the seat.

Seat lock

Stays Ignition key

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 Removing & Installing Body Components ► Side Cover

Side Cover The right and left side covers can be removed
in the same manner.

Grommets Slots # Removal

1. Remove the screw.
2. Remove the prongs from the grommets.
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3. Remove the side cover by sliding forword

while releasing the stay from the grommet
and tabs from slots.
# Installation
Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.

Tabs
Prongs
Side cover Screw

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 Engine Oil

Checking the Engine Oil Oil fill cap/dipstick

1. If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 to 5
minutes.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position
and wait 2 to 3 minutes.

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3. Place your vehicle in an upright position on a
firm, level surface.
4. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe it
clean.
5. Insert the oil fill cap/dipstick until it seats, but
don’t screw it in. Upper level
6. Check that the oil level is between the upper
level and lower level marks on the oil fill cap/
dipstick.
7. Securely install the oil fill cap/dipstick. Lower level

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 Engine Oil ► Adding Engine Oil

Adding Engine Oil For the recommended oil and oil selection
guidelines, see “Maintenance Fundamentals”.
If the engine oil is below or near the lower level
2 P. 56
mark, add the recommended engine oil.
2 P. 56, 118
Changing Engine Oil & Filter
Maintenance

1. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick. Add the

recommended oil until it reaches the upper Changing the oil and filter requires special
level mark. tools. We recommend that you have your
► Place your vehicle in an upright position
vehicle serviced by your dealer.
on a firm, level surface when checking the
Use a new Honda Genuine oil filter or
oil level.
► Do not overfill above the upper level equivalent specified for your model.
mark. NOTICE
► Make sure no foreign objects enter the oil Using the wrong oil filter can result in serious damage
filler opening. to the engine.
► Wipe up any spills immediately. 1. If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 to 5
2. Securely reinstall the oil fill cap/dipstick. minutes.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position
NOTICE and wait for 2 to 3 minutes.
Overfilling with oil or operating with insufficient oil can 3. Place your vehicle on a firm, level surface.
cause damage to your engine. Do not mix different 4. Place a drain pan under the drain bolt.
brands and grades of oil. The may affect lubrication
and clutch operation.

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 Engine Oil ► Changing Engine Oil & Filter

5. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick, drain bolt

and sealing washer to drain the oil.

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O-ring
Oil filter
cover

Sealing washer Spring

Oil filter
Bolts
Oil drain bolt
7. Install a new oil filter spring into the oil filter,
6. Remove the oil filter cover, oil filter, spring and then install the oil filter with the rubber
and O-ring by removing the oil filter cover side facing out and oil filter cover with a new
bolts and let the remaining oil drain out. O-ring.
► Discard the oil and oil filter at an approved 8. Install and tighten the oil filter cover bolts.
recycling centre.
Torque: 12 N·m (1.2 kgf·m, 9.0 lbf·ft)

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 Engine Oil ► Changing Engine Oil & Filter

9. Install a new sealing washer onto the

drain bolt. Tighten the drain bolt.
Torque: 24 N·m (2.4 kgf·m, 18 lbf·ft)
10. Fill the crankcase with the recommended
oil (2 P. 56, 118) and install the oil fill cap/
Maintenance

dipstick.
Required oil
When changing oil & engine oil
filter:
1.6 litres (1.7 US qt, 1.4 Imp qt)
When changing oil only:
1.5 litres (1.6 US qt, 1.3 Imp qt)
11. Check the oil level. 2 P. 67
12. Check that there are no oil leaks.

NOTICE
Improper installation of the oil filter can result in
serious damage to the engine.

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 Brakes

Checking Brake Fluid If the brake fluid level in either reservoir is

below the LWR mark or LOWER level mark or
1. Place your vehicle in an upright position on a the brake lever and pedal freeplay becomes
firm, level surface.
excessive, inspect the brake pads for wear. If the
2. Check that the brake fluid reservoir is
brake pads are not worn, you most likely have a
horizontal and that the fluid level is:

Maintenance
Front above the LWR mark. leak. Have your vehicle inspected by your
dealer.
Rear between the LOWER level and
UPPER level marks.

Front Rear
Front brake fluid reservoir Rear brake fluid reservoir
UPPER level mark

LWR

LWR mark LOWER level mark

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 Brakes ► Inspecting the Brake Pads

Inspecting the Brake Pads Front Brake

pads
Check the condition of the brake pad wear
indicators.
Front The pads need to be replaced if a
Maintenance

brake pad is worn to the bottom of the

indicator.
Rear The pads need to be replaced if a
brake pad is worn to the indicator.
Wear Wear
1. Front Inspect the brake pads from in indicators indicators
front of the brake caliper. Disc
2. Rear Inspect the brake pads from the Rear
rear right of the vehicle. Brake
If necessary, have the pads replaced by your pads
dealer.
Always replace both left and right brake pads at
Wear
the same time. indicators

Disc

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 Brakes ► Adjusting the Brakelight Switch

Adjusting the Brakelight Brake light switch

Switch
Check the operation of the brake light switch.
Hold the brake light switch and turn the

Maintenance
adjusting nut in the direction A if the switch B A
operates too late, or turn the nut in the
direction B if the switch operates too soon.

Adjusting nut

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 Side Stand

Checking the Side Stand 4. Start the engine, pull the clutch lever in, and
shift the transmission into gear.
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 vehicle
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 vehicle, shift the transmission to
Neutral, and raise the side stand.
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 Drive Chain

Inspecting the Drive Chain

Slack Drive chain
Check the drive chain slack at several points
along the chain. If the slack is not constant at all

Maintenance
points, some links may be kinked and binding.
Have the chain inspected by your dealer.
1. Shift the transmission to Neutral. Stop the
engine.
2. Place your vehicle in an upright position on
a firm, level surface.
3. Check the slack in the lower half of the drive
4. Roll the vehicle forward and check that the
chain midway between the sprockets.
chain moves smoothly.
Drive chain slack: 5. Inspect the sprockets. 2 P. 57
30 to 40 mm (1.2 to 1.6 in) 6. Clean and lubricate the drive chain. 2 P. 58

► Do not ride your vehicle if the slack

exceeds 50 mm (2.0 in).

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 Side Stand ► Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack

Adjusting the Drive Chain Scale

Slack graduations
Adjusting the chain requires special tools.
Have the drive chain slack adjusted by your
Maintenance

dealer.
When adjusting the drive chain slack, be careful
not to damage the wheel speed sensor and Rear edge of
pulser ring. adjusting slot
Adjusting nut
1. Shift the transmission to Neutral. Stop the Lock nut
engine.
2. Place your vehicle on its side stand on a firm, 3. Support your vehicle securely and raise the
level surface. rear wheel off the ground using a
Axle nut maintenance stand or a hoist.
Scale 4. Loosen the rear axle nut.
graduations 5. Loosen the lock nuts on both sides of the
swingarm.
6. Turn both adjusting nuts an equal number of
turns until the correct drive chain slack is
obtained. Turn the adjusting nuts clockwise
to tighten the chain. Turn the adjusting nuts
Rear edge of
adjusting slot Adjusting nut counterclockwise and push the rear wheel
Lock nut toward the front to provide more slack.
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 Side Stand ► Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack

Adjust the slack at a point midway between # Checking the Drive Chain Wear
the front sprocket and the rear sprocket. Check the chain wear label when adjusting the
Check the drive chain slack. 2 P. 75 drive chain. If the V-groove mark of the rear
7. Check rear axle alignment by making sure the axle shaft enters the red zone on the label after
end of the chain adjuster plate aligns with the the chain has been adjusted to the proper
scale graduations on both sides of the

Maintenance
slack, the chain is excessively worn and must be
swingarm.Both marks should correspond. If replaced.
the axle is misaligned, turn the right or left
adjusting nut until the marks are aligned and
Chain: DID520VF4-110LE
recheck chain slack. If necessary have the drive chain replaced by
8. Tighten the rear axle nut. your dealer.

Chain wear label

Torque: 88 N·m (9.0 kgf·m, 65 lbf·ft)
Red zone
9. Hold the adjusting nuts and tighten the lock
nuts.
10. Recheck drive chain slack.

If a torque wrench was not used for installation,

see your dealer as soon as possible to verify
V-groove mark
proper assembly.
Improper assembly may lead to loss of braking Adjusting plate
capacity.

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 Side Stand ► Checking the Drive Chain Slider

Checking the Drive Chain Wear limit

indicator
Slider
Check the condition of the drive chain slider
from the left side of the vehicle.
Maintenance

The drive chain slider will need to be replaced if

the chain slider is worn to the bottom of wear
limit indicator.
If necessary have the drive chain slider replaced
by your dealer.

Drive chain slider

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 Clutch

Checking the Clutch Check the clutch cable for kinks or signs of
wear. If necessary, have it replaced by your
# Checking the Clutch Lever Freeplay dealer.
Check the clutch lever freeplay. Lubricate the clutch cable with a commercially
available cable lubricant to prevent premature

Maintenance
Freeplay at the clutch lever: wear and corrosion.
10 to 20 mm (0.4 to 0.8 in)
NOTICE
Improper freeplay adjustment can cause premature
Freeplay Clutch lever clutch wear.

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 Clutch ► Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay

Adjusting the Clutch Lever Upper clutch

cable adjuster
Freeplay
# Upper Adjustment -
Maintenance

Attempt adjustment with the upper clutch

cable adjuster first.
1. Pull back the rubber dust cover.
2. Loosen the upper lock nut. +
3. Turn the upper clutch cable adjuster until the
freeplay is 10 - 20 mm (0.4 - 0.8 in).
4. Tighten the upper lock nut and check the
freeplay again.
5. Install the rubber dust cover.
Upper lock nut Rubber dust cover

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 Clutch ► Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay

# Lower Adjustment Lower adjusting nut

If the upper clutch cable adjuster is threaded
out near its limit, or the correct freeplay
cannot be obtained, attempt adjustment with
+
the lower clutch cable adjusting nut.

Maintenance
1. Loosen the upper lock nut and turn the
upper clutch cable adjuster all the way in (to -
provide maximum freeplay). Tighten the
upper lock nut.
2. Loosen the lower lock nut
3. Turn the lower adjusting nut until the clutch
lever freeplay is 10 - 20 mm (0.4 - 0.8 in).
4. Tighten the lower lock nut and check the
clutch lever freeplay.
5. Start the engine, pull the clutch lever in, and Lower lock nut
shift into gear. Make sure the engine does If proper adjustment cannot be obtained or the
not stall and the motorcycle does not creep.
clutch does not work correctly, see your dealer.
Gradually release the clutch lever and open
the throttle. Your motorcycle should move
smoothly and accelerate gradually.

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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 freeplay is
Maintenance

correct. If the throttle does not move smoothly

or close automatically, or if the cable is
damaged, have the vehicle 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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 Crankcase Breather

Cleaning the Crankcase

Breather
1. Place a suitable container to receive deposits.
2. Remove the crankcase breather tube and

Maintenance
drain deposits into the container.
3. Reinstall the crankcase breather tube.

Crankcase breather tube

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 Other Adjustments

Adjusting the Headlight Pinion

Aim
You can adjust vertical aim of the headlight for
proper alignment. Turn the pinion in or out as
Maintenance

necessary using a Phillips screwdriver.

Tighten the bolt after adjustment. Lower
Obey local laws and regulations.
Raise

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 Other Adjustments ► Adjusting the Rear Suspension

Adjusting the Rear Pin spanner

12 34 5
Suspension
Adjusting the suspension requires a pin
spanner. We recommend that you have your

Maintenance
vehicle serviced by your dealer.
▌ Spring Preload
You can adjust the spring preload by the Adjuster
adjuster to suit the load or the road surface.
Use the pin spanner to turn the adjuster.
Position 1 is for a decrease spring preload (soft),
or turn the position 3 to 5 to increase spring
preload (hard). The standard position is 2.
NOTICE
Attempting to adjust directly from 1 to 5 or 5 to 1 may
damage the shock absorber.

NOTICE
Do not turn the adjuster beyond its limits.

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 Troubleshooting

Engine Will Not Start ............................................... P. 87 Burned-out Light Bulb...................................................... P. 100

Warning Indicators On or Flashing .............. P. 88 Blown Fuse......................................................................................P. 102
PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) Unstable Engine Operation Occur
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL).........................P. 88 Intermittently............................................................. P. 104
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator...............P. 89
Torque Control Indicator..................................................P. 90
Other Warning Indications ................................. P. 91
Fuel Gauge Failure Indication........................................ P. 91
Tyre Puncture................................................................... P. 92
Smartphone Pairing Trouble............................... P. 98
Electrical Trouble....................................................... P. 100
Battery Goes Dead............................................................... P. 100
 Engine Will Not Start

Starter Motor Operates But Starter Motor Does Not

Engine Does Not Start Operate
Check the following items: Check the following items:
z Check the correct engine starting z Make sure engine stop switch is in the
sequence. 2 P. 40 (Run) position. 2 P. 34

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z Check that there is petrol in the fuel tank. z Check the correct engine starting
z Check if the PGM-FI malfunction indicator sequence. 2 P. 40
lamp (MIL) is on. z Check for a blown fuse. 2 P. 102
u If the indicator lamp is on, contact your z Check for a loose battery connection ( 2 P. 63)
dealer as soon as possible. or battery terminal corrosion ( 2 P. 53).
z Check the condition of the battery. 2 P. 53
If the problem continues, have your vehicle
inspected by your dealer.

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 Warning Indicators On or Flashing

PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel What to do when the indicator lamp

blinks
Injection) Malfunction Park the vehicle in a safe place with no
Indicator Lamp (MIL) flammable items and wait at least 10 minutes
with the engine stopped until it cools.
Reasons for the indicator lamp to come
on or blink NOTICE
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z Comes on if there is a problem with the If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when
engine emissions control system. restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at 50
z Blinks when engine misfiring is detected. km/h (31 mph) or less. Have your vehicle inspected.

What to do when the indicator lamp

comes on
Avoid high speeds and immediately get your
vehicle inspected at a dealer.

NOTICE
If you drive with the malfunction indicator lamp on, the
emissions control system and the engine could be
damaged.

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 Warning Indicators On or Flashing u ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator

ABS (Anti-lock Brake the ground. In this case, turn the ignition
switch to the OFF position, and then to the
System) Indicator ON position again. The ABS indicator will go
If the indicator operates in one of the off after your speed reaches 5 km/h (3 mph).
following ways, you may have a serious
problem with the ABS. Reduce your speed

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and have your vehicle inspected by your
dealer as soon as possible.
z Indicator comes on or starts flashing while
riding.
z Indicator does not come on when the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
z Indicator does not go off at speeds above
5 km/h (3 mph).
If the ABS indicator stays on, your brakes will
continue to work as a conventional system,
but without the anti-locking function.

The ABS indicator may flash if you turn the

rear wheel while the rear wheel is lifted off

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 Warning Indicators On or Flashing u Torque Control Indicator

Torque Control Indicator The Torque Control indicator may come on if

you rotate the rear wheel while your vehicle
If the indicator operates in one of the is lifted off the ground. In this case, turn the
following ways, you may have a serious ignition switch to the (OFF) position, and
problem with the Torque Control. Reduce then to the (ON) position again. The Torque
your speed and have your vehicle inspected Control indicator will go off after your speed
reaches 3 km/h.
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by your dealer as soon as possible.

z Indicator comes and stays on (solid) while
riding.
z Indicator does not come on when the
ignition switch is turned to the (ON)
position.
z Indicator does not go off at speed above
3km/h.
Even when the Torque Control indicator is
on, your vehicle will have normal riding
ability without Torque Control function.
z When the indicator comes on while the
Torque Control in operation, you will have
to close the throttle grip completely to
regain normal riding ability.
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 Other Warning Indications

Fuel Gauge Failure Indication

If the fuel system has an error, the fuel gauge E F

indicators will be displayed as shown in the

illustration. E F

If this occurs, see your dealer as soon as

possible.

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E F

E F

E F
E F

E F
E F

E F

E F

E F

E F

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 Tyre Puncture
Repairing a puncture or removing a wheel
requires special tools and technical expertise.
WARNING
We recommend you have this type of service Riding your vehicle with a temporary
performed by your dealer. tyre repair can be risky. If the
After an emergency repair, always have the temporary repair fails, you can crash
tyre inspected/replaced by your dealer. and be seriously injured or killed.
Troubleshooting

Emergency Repair Using a If you must ride with a temporary tyre

repair, ride slowly and carefully and do
Tyre Repair Kit not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) until the
If your tyre has a minor puncture, you can tyre is replaced.
make an emergency repair using a tubeless
tyre repair kit. Removing Wheels
Follow the instructions provided with the
emergency tyre repair kit. Follow these procedures if you need to
Riding your vehicle with a temporary tyre remove a wheel in order to repair a
repair is very risky. Do not exceed 50 km/h puncture.
(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

careful not to damage the wheel speed Side collar
sensor and pulser ring.

# Front Wheel
Removal
1. Place your vehicle on a firm, level surface.

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2. Support your vehicle securely and raise
the front wheel off the ground using a
maintenance stand or a hoist. Fork Pinch bolt Front axle shaft
3. Loosen the fork pinch bolt.
4. Loosen the axle shaft.
5. Remove the front axle shaft, front wheel
and side collars.
u Avoid getting grease, oil, or dirt on the
disc or pad surfaces.
u Do not pull the brake lever while the
front wheel is removed.

Side collar

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 Tyre Puncture u Removing Wheels

Installation the brake drags or if the wheel does not

1. Attach the side collars to the front wheel. rotate freely.
2. Position the wheel between the fork legs
and insert the front axle shaft from the If a torque wrench was not used for
left side, through the left fork leg and installation, see your dealer as soon as
wheel hub. possible to verify proper assembly.
Improper assembly may lead to loss of
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NOTICE
When installing a wheel or caliper into original position, braking capacity.
carefully fit the brake disc between the pads to avoid
scratching them.

3. Tighten the front axle shaft.

Torque: 64 N·m (6.5 kgf·m, 47 lbf·ft)

4. Tighten the axle pinch bolt.

Torque: 22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft)

5. After installing the wheel, apply the brake

lever several times and then check if the
wheel rotates freely. Recheck the wheel if

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 Tyre Puncture u Removing Wheels

# Rear Wheel Side collar

Rear axle nut
Removal
1. Support your vehicle securely and raise
the rear wheel off the ground using a
maintenance stand or a hoist.
2. Loosen the rear axle nut, lock nuts and Adjusting nut

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turn the adjusting nuts so the rear wheel
can be moved all the way forward for Lock nut
maximum drive chain slack. Rear axle washer
3. Release the rear axle nut/washer.
4. Remove the drive chain from the driven
Rear axle shaft
sprocket by pushing the rear wheel
forward. Adjusting nut

Rear axle washer

Lock nut
Drive chain
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 Tyre Puncture u Removing Wheels

5. Remove the rear axle shaft, side NOTICE

collars,rear axle washer, brake calliper When installing a wheel or caliper into original position,
bracket and rear wheel. carefully fit the brake disc between the pads to avoid
u Support the brake caliper assembly so scratching them.
that it doesn’t hang from the brake
3. Make sure that the slot on the brake
hose. Do not twist the brake hose.
caliper bracket is positioned in the lug on
u Avoid getting grease, oil, or dirt on the
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the swingarm.
disc or pad surfaces.
u Do not push the brake pedal while the Brake caliper bracket
brake caliper is removed.
Installation
1. Attach the right and left side collars in Lug
their original locations on the wheel.
2. To install the rear wheel, reverse the
removal procedure.
u Take care to prevent the brake caliper
from scratching the wheel during
installation. Swingarm Slot

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 Tyre Puncture u Removing Wheels

4. Adjust the drive chain. 2 P. 76

5. Install and tighten the rear axle nut.

Torque: 88 N·m (9.0 kgf·m, 65 lbf·ft)

6. After installing the wheel, apply the brake

pedal several times, then check if the

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wheel rotates freely. Recheck the wheel if
the brake drags or if the wheel does not
rotate freely.

If a torque wrench was not used for

installation, see your dealer as soon as
possible to verify proper assembly.
Improper assembly may lead to loss of
braking capacity.

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 Smartphone Pairing Trouble

Symptom Cause/remedy
Some smartphones you use may be incompatible with the vehicle
and/or the operable functions may be limited.
Check that the vehicle and smartphone are both in pairing mode.
2 P. 38
Check your surroundings to make sure no other device being
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paired is present before re-pairing. Presence of a Bluetooth®

device in the vicinity sometimes affects the pairing due to radio
Unable to pair a wave interference, etc.
smartphone When connecting a smartphone, make sure no other Bluetooth®
device readied for pairing is present. Presence of a Bluetooth®
device in the vicinity sometimes affects the pairing due to radio
wave interference, etc.
Check that the vehicle pairing information is deleted from your
smartphone Bluetooth® setting. Depending on the smartphone
used, connecting may not be possible unless the pairing
information is deleted.

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 Smartphone Pairing Trouble

Symptom Cause/remedy
Depending on the smartphone you use, it may take some time
for the vehicle to connect to a smartphone and to start using a
dedicated application.
The connection may be temporarily disconnected when starting
the engine, which is normal and not a malfunction. The

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smartphone will be reconnected after the engine is started.

Unable to connect a Check that Bluetooth® status icon comes on. Refer to the
smartphone instruction manual of your smartphone and check that your
smartphone is in connectable state.
Some smartphones you use may not connect automatically. For
connecting, follow the instructions in the instruction manual of
your smartphone.

You cannot connect two or more smartphones at once.

If the problem continues after the above-described inspection, have your vehicle inspected by
your dealer.

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 Electrical Trouble

Battery Goes Dead Burned-out Light Bulb

Charge the battery using a motorcycle All light bulbs on the motorcycle are LEDs. If
battery charger. there is an LED which is not turned on, see
Remove the battery from the vehicle before your dealer for servicing.
charging.
Do not use an automobile-type battery
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charger, as these can overheat a motorcycle

battery and cause permanent damage.
If the battery does not recover after
recharging, contact your dealer.

NOTICE
Jump starting using an automobile battery can damage
your vehicle’s electrical system and is not recommended.

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 Electrical Trouble u Burned-out Light Bulb

# Headlight/Front Turn Signal # Brakelight/Taillight/License

Light Plate Light/Rear Turn Signal
Front turn signal lights
Lights
Brakelight/Taillight
License plate light

Troubleshooting
Headlight

Rear turn signal lights

The headlight and front turn signal light uses The brakelight/taillight, license plate light and
several LEDs. rear turn signal light uses several LEDs.
If there is an LED which is not turned on, see If there is an LED which is not turned on, see
your dealer for servicing. your dealer for servicing.

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 Electrical Trouble u Blown Fuse

Blown Fuse 1. Remove the rear seat. 2 P. 65

2. Open the fuse box cover.
Before handling fuses, see “Inspecting and
3. Pull out the fuses one by one with the
Replacing Fuses.” 2 P. 55
fuse puller provided in the tool kit ( 2 P. 62)
# Fuse Box Fuses and check for a blown fuse. Always
replace a blown fuse with a spare of the
same rating.
Troubleshooting

Fuse box u Spare fuses are provided in the fuse

cover
box.
4. Reinstall parts in the reverse order of
removal.

NOTICE
If a fuse fails repeatedly, you likely have an electrical
problem. Have your vehicle inspected by your dealer.

Spare fuses

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 Electrical Trouble u Blown Fuse

# Main Fuse 1. Remove the right side cover. 2 P. 66

2. Disconnect the negative (-) terminal from
Wire connector the battery. 2 P. 63
Main fuse 3. Pull out the starter magnetic switch.
4. Disconnect the wire connector of the
starter magnetic switch.
5. Pull the main fuse out and check for a

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blown fuse. Always replace a blown fuse
with a spare fuse of the same rating.
u Spare main fuse (20 A) is provided
Spare
below the starter magnetic switch.
main fuse 6. Reinstall parts in the reverse order of
removal.

NOTICE
Starter magnetic switch
If a fuse fails repeatedly, you likely have an electrical
problem. Have your vehicle inspected by your dealer.

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 Unstable Engine Operation Occurs Intermittently
If the fuel pump filter is clogged, unstable
engine operation will occur intermittently
while riding.
Even if this symptom occurs, you can
continue to ride your vehicle.
If unstable engine operation occurs even if
sufficient fuel is available, have your vehicle
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inspected by your dealer as soon as possible.

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 Information

Service Diagnostic Recorders.......................... P. 106

Keys........................................................................................ P. 106
Instruments, Controls, &
Other Features...............................................................P. 107
Caring for Your Vehicle......................................... P. 108
Storing Your Vehicle.................................................P. 111
Transporting Your Vehicle.................................. P. 112
You & the Environment........................................ P. 113
Serial Numbers.............................................................P. 114
Fuels Containing Alcohol.....................................P. 115
Catalytic Converters.................................................P. 116
 Service Diagnostic Recorders

Service Diagnostic Keys

Recorders Ignition key
Your vehicle is equipped with service-related
devices that record information about This vehicle has two ignition keys and a key tag
powertrain performance and riding conditions. with a key number and a bar code. Store the
The data can be used to help technicians spare key and key tag in a safe location.
diagnose, repair and maintain the vehicle. This To make a duplicate, take the spare key or the
data may not be accessed by anyone else key tag to your dealer.
Information

except as legally required or with the If you lose all ignition keys and the key number,
permission of the vehicle owner. the ignition switch assembly will probably have
However this data may be accessed by Honda, to be removed by your dealer to determine the
its authorised dealers and authorised repairers, key number.
employees, representatives and contractors A metal key holder may cause damage to the
only for the purpose of the technical diagnosis, area surrounding the ignition switch.
research and development of the vehicle. Key tag

Ignition key Key number

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 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features

Instruments, Controls, & Document Bag

Other Features The owner’s manual, registration, and insurance
information can be stored in the plastic
Ignition Switch document bag located in the reverse side of
Leaving the ignition switch in the ON position the rear seat.
with the engine stopped will drain the battery.
Do not turn the key while riding. Ignition Cut-off System
Engine Stop Switch A banking (lean angle) sensor automatically stops
Do not use the engine stop switch except in an the engine and fuel pump if the vehicle falls over.

Information
emergency. Doing so when riding will cause the To reset the sensor, you must turn the ignition
engine to suddenly turn off, making riding unsafe. switch to the OFF position and back to the ON
If you stop the engine using the engine stop position before the engine can be restarted.
switch, turn the ignition switch to the OFF
position. Failing to do so will drain the battery. Assist-slipper Clutch System
Odometer The assist-slipper clutch system helps to prevent
The display remains at 999,999 when the the rear tyre from locking up when the
odometer exceeds 999,999. deceleration of your vehicle produces a strong
engine braking effect. It also makes the clutch
Tripmeter lever operation feel lighter. Use only MA
Each tripmeter resets to 0.0 when the trip classification engine oil for your vehicle. Using
mileage exceeds 9,999.9. engine oil other than MA classification oil could
Also average fuel mileage and fuel result in damage to the assist-slipper clutch
consumption are reset at the same time. system.
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 Caring for Your Vehicle

Caring for Your Vehicle 3. Thoroughly rinse your vehicle with plenty of
clean water and dry with a soft, clean cloth.
4. After the vehicle dries, lubricate any moving
Frequent cleaning and polishing is important to parts.
ensure the life of your Honda. A clean vehicle u Make sure that no lubricant spills onto the
makes it easier to spot potential problems. brakes or tyres. Brake discs, pads, drum
In particular, seawater and salts used to prevent or shoes contaminated with oil will suffer
ice on roads promote the formation of greatly reduced braking effectiveness and
corrosion. Always wash your vehicle thoroughly can lead to a crash.
Information

after riding on coastal or treated roads. 5. Lubricate the drive chain immediately after
Washing washing and drying the vehicle.
6. Apply a coat of wax to prevent corrosion.
Allow the engine, muffler, brakes, and other
u Avoid products that contain harsh
high-temperature parts to cool before washing.
detergents or chemical solvents. These
1. Rinse your vehicle thoroughly using a low
can damage the metal, paint, and plastic
pressure garden hose to remove loose dirt.
on your vehicle.
2. If necessary, use a sponge or a soft towel
Keep the wax clear of the tyres and
with mild cleaner to remove road grime.
brakes.
u Clean the headlight lens, panels, and
u If your vehicle has any matte painted
other plastic components with extra care
parts, do not apply a coat of wax to the
to avoid scratching them. Avoid directing
matte painted surface.
water into the air cleaner, muffler, and
electrical parts.

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 Caring for Your Vehicle

# Washing Precautions z Do not direct water at the air cleaner:

Follow these guidelines when washing: u Water in the air cleaner can prevent the
z Do not use high-pressure washers: engine from starting.
u High-pressure water cleaners can damage z Do not direct water near the headlight:
moving parts and electrical parts, u The headlight’s inside lens may fog
rendering them inoperable. temporarily after washing or while riding
u Water in the air intake can be drawn into in rain. This does not impact the headlight
the throttle body and/or enter the air function.
cleaner. However, if you see a large amount of

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z Do not direct water at the muffler: water or ice accumulated inside the
u Water in the muffler can prevent starting lens(es), have your vehicle inspected by
and causes rust in the muffler. your dealer.
z Dry the brakes: z Do not use wax or polishing compounds on
u Water adversely affects braking matte painted surfaces:
effectiveness. After washing, apply the u Use a soft cloth or sponge, plenty of
brakes intermittently at low speed to help water, and a mild detergent to clean matte
dry them. painted surfaces. Dry with a soft clean
z Do not direct water under the seat: cloth.
u Water under the seat can damage your
documents and other belongings.

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 Caring for Your Vehicle

Aluminium Components Exhaust Pipe and Muffler

Aluminium will corrode from contact with dirt, If the exhaust pipe and muffler are painted, do
mud, or road salt. Clean aluminium parts not use a commercially available abrasive
regularly and follow these guidelines to avoid kitchen cleaning compound. Use a neutral
scratches: detergent to clean the painted surface on the
z Do not use stiff brushes, steel wool, or exhaust pipe and muffler. If you are not sure if
cleaners containing abrasives. your exhaust pipe and muffler are painted,
z Avoid riding over or scraping against curbs. contact your dealer.
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Panels
Follow these guidelines to prevent scratches
and blemishes:
z Wash gently using a soft sponge and plenty
of water.
z To remove stubborn stains, use diluted
detergent and rinse thoroughly with plenty
of water.
z Avoid getting petrol, brake fluid, or
detergents on the instruments, panels, or
headlight.

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 Storing Your Vehicle

Storing Your Vehicle After removing your vehicle from storage,

inspect all maintenance items required by the
If you store your vehicle outdoors, you should Maintenance Schedule.
consider using a full-body vehicle cover.
If you won’t be riding for an extended period,
follow these guidelines:
z Wash your vehicle and wax all painted
surfaces (except matte painted surfaces).
Coat chrome pieces with rust-inhibiting oil.

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z Lubricate the drive chain. 2 P. 58
z Place your vehicle on a maintenance stand
and position a block so that both tyres are
off the ground.
z After rain, remove the body cover and allow
the vehicle to dry.
z Remove the battery ( 2 P. 63) to prevent
discharge. Fully charge the battery and then
place it in a shaded, well-ventilated area.
u If you leave the battery in place,
disconnect the negative terminal to
prevent discharge.

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 Transporting Your Vehicle

Transporting Your Vehicle

If your vehicle 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 vehicle with a
wheel or wheels on the ground.
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NOTICE
Towing your vehicle with a wheel or wheels on the
ground can cause serious damage to the transmission.

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 You & the Environment

You & the Environment down a drain or on the ground. Used oil, petrol,
and cleaning solvents contain poisons that can
Owning and riding a vehicle can be enjoyable, hurt refuse workers and contaminate drinking
but you must do your part to protect the water, lakes, rivers, and oceans.
environment.

Choose Sensible Cleaners

Use a biodegradable detergent when you wash

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your vehicle. 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

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 Serial Numbers

Serial Numbers
The frame and engine serial numbers uniquely
identify your vehicle and are required in order
to register your vehicle. They may also be
required when ordering replacement parts.
You should record these numbers and keep
them in a safe place.
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Frame number

Engine number

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 Fuels Containing Alcohol

Fuels Containing Alcohol

Some conventional fuels blended with alcohol
are available in some locales to help reduce
emissions to meet clean air standards. If you
plan to use blended fuel, check that it is
unleaded and meets the minimum octane This mark means that the vehicle parts are
rating requirement. compliant up to 20% Ethanol blending with
The following fuel blends can be used in your petrol.

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vehicle:
z Ethanol (ethyl alcohol) up to 10% by volume.
NOTICE
Use of blended fuels containing higher than approved
u Petrol containing ethanol may be
percentages can damage metal, rubber, plastic parts of
marketed under the name Gasohol.
your fuel system.

The use of petrol containing more than 10%

ethanol may: If you notice any undesirable operating
z Cause poor drivability and affect mileage. symptoms or performance problems, try a
different brand of petrol.

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 Catalytic Converters

Catalytic Converters Follow these guidelines to protect your vehicle’s

catalytic converters:
This vehicle is equipped with two three-way z Always use unleaded petrol. Leaded petrol
catalytic converters. Each catalytic converter will damage the catalytic converters.
contains precious metals that serve as catalysts z Keep the engine in good running condition.
in high temperature chemical reactions that z Have your vehicle serviced if your engine is
convert hydrocarbons (HC), carbon monoxide misfiring, backfiring, stalling, or otherwise not
(CO), and oxides of nitrogen (NOx) in the running properly, stop riding and turn off the
exhaust gases into safe compounds. engine.
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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.

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 Specifications
J Main Components Displacement 293.52 cm3 (17.912 cu-in)
Overall length 2084 mm (82.0 in) Bore x stroke 77.000 x 63.033 mm (3.0315 × 2.4816 in)
Overall width 765 mm (30.1 in) Compression ratio 9.3 : 1
Overall height 1075 mm (42.3 in) Unleaded petrol
Fuel
Wheelbase 1390 mm (54.7 in) Recommended: 91 RON or higher

Minimum ground clearance 177 mm (7.0 in) Fuel containing

ETHANOL up to 10% by volume
alcohol
Caster angle 24.7º
Tank capacity 14.1 litres (3.73 US gal, 3.10 Imp gal)
Trail 94 mm (3.7 in)
YTZ6V
Curb weight 153 kg (337.3 lb) Battery
12 V - 5.0 Ah (10 HR)

Specifications
Maximum weight capacity*1 179 kg (395 lb) 1st 3.272
Passenger capacity Rider and 1 passenger 2nd 2.058
Minimum turning radius 2.30 m (7.5 ft) 3rd 1.500
Gear ratio
4th 1.260
*1 Including rider, passenger, all luggage, and accessories
5th 1.080
6th 0.962
Reduction ratio
2.652 / 2.714
(primary / final)

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 Specifications

J Service Data Honda 4-stroke motorcycle oil

Front 110/70R-17M/C 54H API Service Classification SJ or higher,
Tyre size Recommended excluding oils marked as “Energy Conserving,”
Rear 150/60R-17M/C 66H engine oil or “Resource Conserving”
Tyre type Tubeless, Radial SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W-30, JASO T 903
standard MA
Recommended Front REVZ-FC (MRF)
Tyre 1.5 litres
Rear REVZ-C1 (MRF) After draining
(1.6 US qt, 1.3 Imp qt)
(Driver only) After draining &
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm2, 29 psi) Engine oil 1.6 litres
Front engine oil filter
(Driver and passenger) capacity (1.7 US qt, 1.4 Imp qt)
change
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm2, 29 psi)
Tyre air pressure 2.0 litres
Specifications

(Driver only) After disassembly

(2.1 US qt, 1.8 Imp qt)
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm2, 29 psi)
Rear Recommended
(Driver and passenger) Honda Dot 3 or Dot 4 Brake fluid
225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2, 33 psi) brake fluid
Recommended
Drive chain lubricant
Minimum tread Front 1.5 mm (0.06 in) drive chain
If not available, use SAE 80 or 90 gear oil.
depth lubricant
Rear 2.0 mm (0.08 in)
Drive chain slack 30 to 40 mm (1.2 to 1.6 in)
Spark plug SILMAR7D9DS (NGK)
Standard drive DID520VF4
Spark plug gap 0.8 to 0.9 mm (0.031 to 0.035 in)
chain No. of links 110
Idle speed 1400 ± 100 rpm
standard Drive sprocket 14T
sprocket size Driven sprocket 38T

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 Specifications

J Bulbs J Torque Specifications

Headlight LED Engine oil drain bolt 24 N·m (2.4 kgf·m, 18 lbf·ft)
Brakelight/Taillight LED Front fork Pinch bolt 22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft)
Front turn signal LED Front axle shaft 64 N·m (6.5 kgf·m, 47 lbf·ft)
Rear turn signal LED Rear axle nut 88 N·m (9.0 kgf·m, 65 lbf·ft)
License plate light LED

J Fuses

Main fuse 20 A

Specifications
20 A
Other fuses
7.5 A

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 Warranty Policy (Valid in India only)
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (Pvt.) Ltd. In all such cases the decision of the respective
(HMSI) gives the following warranty in respect of manufacturer will be final and binding.
vehicle “CB300F” manufactured by them. HMSI shall not be liable in any manner to
Proper care and precaution has been taken to replace them though their dealers will give full
ensure the best quality in respect of the assistance in preferring such claims on their
material and workmanship in manufacturing of manufacturers.
every vehicle. HMSI undertake no liability in the matter of
HMSI would repair or replace at its discretion, consequential loss or damage caused due to
those part(s) found to have manufacturing the failure of the parts. Delay, if any, at the
defects during examination. This repair or repairing workshop in carrying out repair to
replacement of part(s) would be done free of vehicle shall not be a ground for extending the
charge at their authorised workshop, within a warranty period nor shall it give any right to the
warranty period of 36 months from the date of customer for claiming any compensation for
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sale or until the vehicle has covered 42000 kms, damages.

whichever comes first. HMSI reserves the right either to repair or
Warranty claims in respect of proprietary parts replace the defective part.
like tyres and battery are warranted by their Where a defective part can replaced by part/s
respective manufacturers and should be of alternative brand/s, which are normally used
claimed on them directly by customer. by HMSI in the course of manufacturing, HMSI
NOTE: Battery Warranty is applicable from 21 reserves the right to carry out the replacement
months from Date Of Charging at manufacturer by a part or parts of any such alternative
or 18 Months from the Date Of Sale or 20000 brands.
Kms whichever is earlier.
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This warranty and any claim arising there from Further this warranty is not applicable to:
is subject to Gurugram jurisdiction only.
No claim for exchange or repair can be 1. Any vehicle on which any free and paid
consider unless the customer: services has not been carried out, as per
a. Ensures that immediately upon discovery of schedule given in Owner’s Manual.
the defect, he approaches any nearest 2. Normal maintenance operations like valve
authorised dealer of HMSI with the adjustment, cleaning of fuel system or such
concerned vehicle and enables him to other adjustments.
remove and dispatch the part/parts 3. HMSI does not warrant normal wear and
attributing to manufacturing defect to the tear items like Clutch Weight, Clutch Disc,
company. Brake shoe, Brake Pads, Brake Disc, Drive
b. Produces Owner’s Manual in original, to belt, Drive Chain, Drive Chain Sprocket,
enable that dealer to verify the details. It Wheel Rim (in case of misalignment and

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must be expressly understood that claims bent), Bushes, Fasteners, Shims, Washers
forwarded directly to us by the owner/ and Electrical items like Bulbs, Fuses,
customer will not be entertained at all and Rubber and Plastic Components like
such defective part/parts thus forwarded Grommets, O-Rings, Bellows, Packings,
by them will lie at our factory at their own Gaskets, Oil Seals and Consumables like
risk, and this warranty shall not be Fuel Filter, Air Cleaner Element, Engine Oil,
enforceable. Grease, Suspension Oil, and other items as
specified by HMSI.
4. Fasteners and clips which needs
replacement during maintenance/service
will not be covered under warranty.
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5. If there is any damage to the painted not manufactured or recommended for use
surface due to industrial pollution or other by HMSI if in the sole judgment of HMSI,
extraneous factors. such use prematurely affects the
6. Any damage resulting from unavoidable performance and reliability of the vehicle.
natural disaster i.e fire, collision, earthquake, 13. Parts of the vehicle that have been altered
flood etc. or modified or replaced in unauthorised
7. Any damage caused by exposure of the manner, and which in the sole judgment of
product to soot and smoke, chemical HMSI affect its performance and reliability.
agents, bird-droppings, sea water, sea 14. The vehicle that has not been serviced by
breeze, or other environmental HMSI authorised dealer as per the service
phenomenon. schedule or which have not been operated
8. If there is any damage caused due to usage or maintained in accordance with instructions
of improper oil/grease, non genuine parts. mentioned in the Owner’s Manual.
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9. For two-wheelers, which have been used 15. The vehicles used for any competition or
for any commercial purposes as taxi etc. race and/or for attempting to set up any
10. For maintenance repairs required due to kind of record HMSI reserves the right to
misuse while driving or due to adulteration make any changes in design or to add any
of oil, petrol or due to bad road conditions. improvement on the vehicle at any time
without incurring any obligations to install
11. Recommended fuel quality not used.
the same on a vehicle previously supplied
12. Parts of the vehicle that have been
and sold. Also the conditions of this
subjected to misuse, accident, negligent
warranty are subject to alteration without
treatment or which have been used in
any notice.
conjunction with parts and an equipment
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This warranty is entirely written warranty the authorized service center shall take such
given by HMSI and no other person, corrective measures as may be necessary and
including the dealer or its or his agent or shall at its sole discretion replace free of charge
employee is authorised to extend or such components of emission control system as
enlarge this warranty. are specified in schedule.
This warranty is given in lieu of and excludes
every condition or warranty whether A. Conditions
statutory or otherwise not herein expressly 1. This warranty will be in addition to and run
set out. parallel to the product warranty given by
the manufacturer and will apply to
components as mentioned later. This
EMISSION WARRANTY warranty is applicable in Delhi, Mumbai,
Subject to other terms of the warranty policy Kolkata and Chennai with effective from 1st
and other conditions and obligations laid down July 2001. Other places when included will

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hereunder, the manufacturer certifies that the be covered under warranty accordingly.
components liable to affect the emission of the 2. The period of the vehicle’s emission warranty
gaseous pollutants in the vehicle in normal use will be determined starting from the date of
despite the use to which it may be subjected, the vehicle sale. The period of time and
kilometers that are covered under the
comply with provisions of rule 115(2) of the
provisions of warranty may vary but should
Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989 and further not be less than the minimum warranty
warrants that if on examination by a service period based on the vehicle category.
center duly authorized by the manufacturer, the
For a two-wheeler the emission warranty
vehicle is discovered to be failing to meet the
period is 30,000 kms or 3 years whichever
emission standard as specified in the said rule,
is earlier.
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3. Warranty claim for the components under of such examination will be final and binding.
Emission warranty will be admitted, for a If, on examination, a warrantable condition is
prima facie examination, in the event of not established, the manufacturers will have
failure of the vehicle to meet the emission to charge all, or part, of the cost of such
standard as specified in sub-rule (2) of Rule examination.
No 115 of the Central Motor vehicle Rules. 6. In case of a vehicle in which the
4. The warranty claim will be accepted only components covered under Emission
after the examinations carried out by warranty, the manufacturer will replace, at
Authorized Service Centers leads to a firm Authorized centers free of charge, the
conclusion that none of the original settings components which are covered, but the
have been tampered with and that the consumables as mentioned in Owner’s
components has/have a manufacturing Manual shall be charged as per actuals.
defect, and/or, that the vehicle is unable to 7. In case of a vehicle in which the
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meet the in-use emission standard, in spite components covered under Emission
of the vehicle being maintained and used in warranty or the associated parts are not
accordance with the instructions in the independently replaceable on account of
owner’s manual. their being integral parts of a complete
5. The methods of examination to determine assembly, the manufacturer will have the
the warrantable condition of the sole discretion to replace either the entire
components will be at the sole discretion of assembly or by using some of the parts of
manufacturers and or their Authorized the system through suitable repairs or
service centers and results modifications.

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8. Any consequential repairs or replacement statutory authorities on account of failure

of parts which may be found necessary to to comply with the in use emission
establish compliance to in-use emission standards.
standards, in addition to replacement of the 12. Emission warranty will be applicable
parts covered under emission warranty, will irrespective of the change of ownership of the
not be made free of cost unless such parts vehicle provided all the conditions as laid
are also found to be in a warrantable down in this document are met from the date
condition within the scope and limit of the of original sale of the vehicle.
product warranty. The consumables shall 13. The emission warranty will be applicable
be charged as per actual during such only if:
repairs or replacement of parts.
a. Observes all the important instructions
9. All the parts removed for replacement and any other precautions listed in the
under warranty will be the property of the Owner’s Manual for use of the vehicle.

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manufacturer.
b. Under all circumstances uses lubricants
10 The manufacturer will not be responsible and fuel as recommended by
for the cost of transportation of the vehicle manufacturer.
to the nearest Authorized Service center or
c. Regularly obtains and carries out
any loss due to non-availability of the
maintenance in accordance with the
vehicle during the period of lodging of a
manufacturers guidelines and enters
warranty claim and examination by the
the details in the Logbook.
manufacturer and repairs.
d. Immediately approaches the nearest
11. The manufacturer will not be responsible
authorized service center upon
for any penalties that may be charged by discovery of failure to comply with the

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in use emission standards in spite of h. Produces valid certificate of insurance

having maintained and used the vehicle and RTO registration.
in accordance with the instructions in 14. Conditions under which warranty is not
the Owner’s Manual and having carried applicable:
out such repairs and adjustments as A valid ‘Pollution Under Control’ certificate
may be required with a view to establish as described in customer obligation D(6)
such compliance. above is not produced.
e. Produces the ‘Pollution Under Control’ A vehicle which is not serviced by
certificate valid for the period Authorized service center as per the service
immediately preceding the test during schedule described in the maintenance
which the failure is discovered, the test chart given in the Owner’s Manual.
having been carried out either for
A vehicle, which has been subjected to
obtaining a new certificate, or pursuant
abnormal use, abuse, neglect and improper
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upon being directed by an officer as

maintenance or has met with an accident.
referred to in sub-rule(2) of Rule 116 of
Use of replacement parts not specified and
the Central Motor Vehicle Rules.
approved by the manufacturer.
f. Produces the Owner’s Manual and Log
A vehicle, or parts thereof, which has been
book for verification details.
altered, tampered with or modified or
g. Produces receipts covering maintenance replaced in an unauthorized manner.
of the vehicle as specified in the
A vehicle on which the odometer is not
Owner’s Manual from the date of
functioning or the odometer has been
original purchase of the vehicle.
changed/tampered with so that the actual
mileage cannot be readily determined.

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A vehicle which has been used for 2. The emission warranty covers only
competitions, races, rallies or for the compliance with the emission standard as
purpose of establishing records. specified in the sub rule (2) of rule 115 of
Examination by the manufacturers or his CMVR. It does not cover any other
Authorized Service Centers of the vehicle performance of these parts or routine test
shows that any of the conditions stipulated and consequent maintenance or
in the Owner’s Manual with regard to use adjustments to establish compliance to the
and maintenance have been violated. in use emission standard as applicable to
A vehicle, which has been run on, the state, in which the vehicle is registered
adulterated fuel, leaded fuel or lubricant or and is in use.
fuel/lubricants other than those specified The parts, which are covered under emission
by the manufacturer in the Owner’s Manual warranty, are throttle body, fuel injector,
with regard to use and maintenance have ignition coil, muffler etc.

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been violated. NOTE: The emission warranty is applicable only
when a customer enters into emission warranty
SCOPE AND LIMITS contract.
1. This emission warranty is in addition to product
warranty and shall run parallel to the product
warranty for the vehicle as per the scope and
limit described in the Owner’s Manual and all
conditions described there in will apply in
addition to those exclusively stipulated in this
warranty.

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 Index
A C
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) on Front Caring for Your Vehicle...................................108
Wheel........................................................................ 9 Catalytic Converter..........................................116
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Clock................................................................... 19, 23
Indicator.......................................................... 32, 89 Clutch ....................................................................... 79
Accessories.............................................................13 Crankcase Breather............................................83
Air Cleaner............................................................. 61 D
B Drive Chain...................................................... 57, 75
Battery............................................................... 53, 63 E
Brakes Electrical Trouble................................................100
Brake Light Switch...............................................73 Engine
Fluid........................................................................ 71 Number...............................................................114
Pad Wear...............................................................72 Oil............................................................ 56, 67, 118
Braking........................................................................ 9 Starting..................................................................40
Bulb Engine Stop Switch....................................34, 107
Brake/Tail Light..................................................101 Environment.........................................................113
Index

Front Turn Signal...............................................101 Equipment

Headlight.............................................................101 Document Bag............................................45, 107
License Plate Light............................................101 First Aid Kit............................................................ 45
Rear Turn Signal.................................................101 Owner’s Manual................................................107
Tool Kit................................................................... 45

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F Image Labels............................................................ 6
Frame Number....................................................114 Indicators................................................................. 32
Fuel Instruments............................................................ 18
Gauge..................................................................... 19 Instruments, Controls,
Recommended.................................................... 43 & Other Features................................................107
Remaining............................................................. 19
Tank Capacity....................................................... 43
K
Keys..........................................................................106
Fuels Containing Alcohol...............................115
Fuses.................................................................55, 119 L
G Load Limits............................................................. 14
Gasohol..................................................................115 Loading Guidelines............................................. 14

H M
Hazard Switch.......................................................34 Maintenance
Headlight Aim.......................................................84 Fundamentals....................................................... 52
Headlight Dimmer Switch...............................34 Importance...........................................................48
Helmet Holder......................................................46 Safety......................................................................48

Index
High Beam Indicator.......................................... 32 Schedule................................................................ 49
Horn Button...........................................................34 Maximum Weight Limit........................... 14, 117
Modifications.........................................................13
I N
Ignition Cut-off System..................................107
Neutral Indicator.................................................. 33
Ignition Key............................................................ 35
Ignition Switch.............................................35, 107
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 O Side Cover.............................................................66
Odometer......................................................19, 107 Riding Precautions................................................ 9
Oil
Engine....................................................56, 68, 118
S
Safety Guidelines................................................... 3
P Safety Precautions................................................ 8
Parking...................................................................... 10 SEL button.............................................................. 18
Parts Location....................................................... 16 Serial Numbers...................................................114
Passing Light Control Switch..........................34 Service Diagnostic Recorders.....................106
Petrol................................................................ 43, 117 SET button.............................................................. 18
PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) Shifting Gears........................................................ 42
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL).......... 32, 88 Side Cover...............................................................66
Protective Apparel................................................ 8 Side Stand............................................................... 74
Specifications......................................................117
R Speedometer........................................................ 19
Rear Seat................................................................. 65 Start Button...........................................................34
Recommended Starting the Engine.............................................40
Index

Engine Oil.............................................................. 56 Steering Lock......................................................... 35

Fuel......................................................................... 43 Storage Equipment............................................. 45
Refuelling................................................................. 43 Storing Your Vehicle.........................................111
Removal Switches...................................................................34
Battery....................................................................63
Clip..........................................................................64
Rear Seat............................................................... 65

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Throttle....................................................................82
Tools..........................................................................62
Transporting Your Vehicle.............................112
Tripmeter........................................................19, 107
Troubleshooting...................................................86
Turn signal indicators......................................... 32
Turn signal Switch................................................34
Tyres
Air Pressure..................................................59, 118
Puncture................................................................ 92
Replacing........................................................ 59, 92
W
Warning Indicator On or Flashing...............88
Warranty Policy..................................................120
Washing Your Vehicle......................................108

Index
Weight Limit.......................................................... 14
Wheels
Front Removal...................................................... 93
Rear Removal....................................................... 95

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