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Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of a new ● The following codes in this manual indicate
Honda motorcycle. Your selection of a Honda the country.
makes you part of a worldwide family of ● The illustrations here in are based on the
satisfied customers who appreciate Honda’s AFB110MD PH type.
reputation for building quality into every Country Codes
product. Code Country
AFB110MD
To ensure your safety and riding pleasure: PH Philippines
● Read this owner’s manual carefully. AFB110MS
● Follow all recommendations and PH Philippines
procedures contained in this manual.
● Pay close attention to safety messages
contained in this manual and on the
motorcycle.
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A Few Words About Safety


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

Motorcycle Safety P. 2

Operation Guide P. 14

Maintenance P. 35

Troubleshooting P. 79

Information P. 94

Specifications P. 105

Index P. 108
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Motorcycle Safety

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

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


Image Labels.................................................. P. 6
Safety Precautions ........................................ P. 8
Riding Precautions........................................ P. 9
Accessories & Modifications...................... P. 12
Loading ........................................................ P. 13
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Safety Guidelines

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

Motorcycle Safety
Follow these guidelines to enhance your safety: apparel. Instruct your passenger on holding onto
● Perform all routine and regular inspections the grab rail or your waist, leaning with you in
specified in this manual. turns, and keeping their feet on the footpegs,
● Stop the engine and keep sparks and flame even when the motorcycle is stopped.
away before filling the fuel tank.
● Do not run the engine in enclosed or partly
enclosed areas. Carbon monoxide in exhaust Take Time to Learn & Practice
gases is toxic and can kill you. Even if you have ridden other motorcycles,
practice riding in a safe area to become familiar
with how this motorcycle works and handles, and
Always Wear a Helmet to become accustomed to the motorcycle’s size
It’s a proven fact: helmets and protective apparel and weight.
significantly reduce the number and severity of
head and other injuries. So always wear an
approved motorcycle helmet and protective Ride Defensively
apparel. 2 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, by It’s important to keep your motorcycle properly
Motorcycle Safety

wearing bright reflective clothing, positioning maintained and in safe riding condition.
yourself so other drivers can see you, signaling Inspect your motorcycle before every ride and
before turning or changing lanes, and using your perform all recommended maintenance. Never
horn when necessary. exceed load limits (2 P. 13), and do not modify
your motorcycle or install accessories that would
make your motorcycle unsafe (2 P. 12).
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 assistance
Don’t Drink and Ride if needed. Also follow applicable laws and
Alcohol and riding don’t mix. Even one alcoholic regulations if another person or vehicle is
drink can reduce your ability to respond to involved in the crash.
changing conditions, and your reaction time gets
worse with every additional drink. Don’t drink If you decide to continue riding, first turn the
and ride, and don’t let your friends drink and ride ignition switch to the OFF position, and evaluate
either. the condition of your motorcycle. Inspect for

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Safety Guidelines

fluid leaks, check the tightness of critical nuts and


bolts, and check the handlebar, control levers, 3 WARNING

Motorcycle Safety
brakes, and wheels. Ride slowly and cautiously.
Your motorcycle may have suffered damage that
Running the engine of your motorcycle
is not immediately apparent. Have your while in an enclosed or even partially
motorcycle thoroughly checked at a qualified enclosed area can cause a rapid build-up
service facility as soon as possible. of toxic carbon monoxide gas.

Breathing this colourless, odorless gas


Carbon Monoxide Hazard can quickly cause unconsciousness and
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a lead to death.
colourless, odorless gas. Breathing carbon
monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and
Only run your motorcycle's engine when
may lead to death.
it is located in a well ventilated area
If you run the engine in confined or even partly outdoors.
enclosed area, the air you breathe could contain
a dangerous amount of carbon monoxide.
Never run your motorcycle inside a garage or
other enclosure.

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Image Labels

Image Labels Read instructions contained in Owner's


Manual carefully.
Motorcycle Safety

The following pages describe the label


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

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Image Labels

BATTERY LABEL
DANGER

Motorcycle Safety
• Keep flame and spark away from the battery.
Battery produce explosive gas that can cause
explosion.
• Wear the eye protection and rubber gloves when
handling the battery, or you can get burned or
lose your eyesight by the battery electrolyte.
• Do not allow children and other people to touch a
battery unless they understand proper handling
and hazards of the battery very well.
• Handle the battery electrolyte with extreme care
as it contains dilute sulfuric acid. Contact with your
skin or eyes can burn you or cause loss of your
eyesight.
• Read this manual carefully and understand it
before handling the battery. Neglect of the
instructions can cause personal injury and
damage to the motorcycle.
• Do not use a battery with the electrolyte at or
below the lower level mark. It can explode causing
serious injury.

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Safety Precautions

Safety Precautions ● Face shield with unobstructed field of vision or


other approved eye protection
Motorcycle Safety

● Ride cautiously and keep your hands on the


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

Riding Precautions ● Avoid continuous braking.


u Repeated braking, such as when

Motorcycle Safety
Running-in Period descending long, steep slopes can seriously
overheat the brakes, reducing their
During the first 500 km (300 miles) of running,
effectiveness. Use engine braking with
follow these guidelines to ensure your
intermittent use of the brakes to reduce
motorcycle’s future reliability and performance.
speed.
● Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid
● For full braking effectiveness, operate both the
acceleration.
front and rear brakes together.
● Avoid hard braking and rapid down-shifts.
● Ride conservatively.

Brakes
Observe the following guidelines:
● Avoid excessively hard braking and
downshifting.
u Sudden braking can reduce the
motorcycle’s stability.
u Where possible, reduce speed before
turning; otherwise you risk sliding out.
● Exercise caution on low traction surfaces.
u The tyres slip more easily on such surfaces
and braking distances are longer.
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Riding Precautions

# Engine Braking Parking


Engine braking helps slow your motorcycle down
● Park on a firm, level surface.
Motorcycle Safety

when you release the throttle. For further slowing


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

Using the centre stand 3. Turn the handlebar fully to the left.
To lower the centre stand, stand on the left u Turning the handlebar to the right reduces

Motorcycle Safety
side of the motorcycle. stability and may cause the motorcycle to
Hold the left handle grip and the grab rail. fall.
Press down on the tip of the centre stand with 4. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position
your right foot and, simultaneously, pull up (2 P. 23), remove the key and close the shutter
and back. (2 P. 24).
Left handle grip Grab rail 5. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.

Refuelling and Fuel Guidelines


Follow these guidelines to protect the engine,
fuel system and catalytic converter:
● Use only unleaded petrol.
● Use recommended octane number. Using
Centre lower octane petrol will result in decreased
stand engine performance.
● Do not use fuels containing a high
concentration of alcohol. 2 P. 103
● Do not use stale or contaminated petrol or an
oil/petrol mixture.
● Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.

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Accessories & Modifications

Accessories & 3 WARNING


Modifications
Motorcycle Safety

Improper accessories or modifications


We strongly advise that you do not add any can cause a crash in which you can be
accessories that were not specifically designed
seriously hurt or killed.
for your motorcycle by Honda or make
modifications to your motorcycle from its
original design. Doing so can make it unsafe. Follow all instructions in this owner’s
Modifying your motorcycle may also void your manual regarding accessories and
warranty and make your motorcycle illegal to modifications.
operate on public roads. Before deciding to
install accessories on your motorcycle be certain Do not pull a trailer with, or attach a sidecar to,
the modification is safe and legal. your motorcycle. Your motorcycle was not
designed for these attachments, and their use
can seriously impair your motorcycle’s handling.

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Loading

Loading 3 WARNING

Motorcycle Safety
● Carrying extra weight affects your
motorcycle’s handling, braking and stability.
Overloading or improper loading can
Always ride at a safe speed for the load you cause a crash and you can be seriously
are carrying. hurt or killed.
● Avoid carrying an excessive load and keep
within specified load limits. Follow all load limits and other loading
Maximum weight capacity / Maximum guidelines in this manual.
luggage weight 2 P. 105
● Tie all luggage securely, evenly balanced and
close to the centre of the motorcycle.
● Do not place objects near the lights or the
muffler.

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Operation Guide

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Basic Operation Flow


# Pre-ride Inspection (P40)
Carefully inspect your motorcycle to # Acceleration
make sure that it is safe to ride.
Operation Guide

Apply throttle gradually.


Obey the speed limit.

# Shift Change (P29)

# Starting the Engine (P26)


Start and warm the engine.
Avoid revving the engine.
# Starting the
Motorcycle
How to use basic features.
Before pulling away, indicate
• Instruments (P20)
your direction with the turn
• Indicators (P21)
signal switch, and check for
• Switches (P22)
oncoming traffic.
• Steering Lock (P23)
• Shutter (P24)

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# Braking Close the throttle and apply the


# Parking (P10)
front and rear brakes together. Park on a firm level surface.

Operation Guide
u The brakelight will indicate that Use the stand, lock the steering
you have applied the brakes. and close the shutter.

# Stopping
If pulling off the road, signal early
enough to show traffic that you are
pulling over, and pull over smoothly.
# Refuelling (P31)
# Turning Corners
Do your braking
before entering
corners.

Gradually reapply throttle


when exiting turn.

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Parts Location
AFB110MD
Battery (P52)

Fuse box (P93)


Operation Guide

Helmet holder (P33)

Throttle grip (P76)

Front brake lever (P63)

Brakelight switch
(P69)

Spark plug (P56)

Kickstarter (P27) Engine oil drain bolt (P59)


Engine oil fill cap/dipstick (P58)

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Helmet holder (P33)


Document bag (P34)

Operation Guide
Headlight (P78)
Luggage box (P34)
Tool (P34)

Seat (P33)
Fuel fill cap (P31)

Seat lock (P33)

Choke lever (P27)


Fuel valve (P25)
Drive chain (P71)

Side stand (P70)


Centre stand (P10)
Crankcase breather
(P77) Shift lever (P29)
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Parts Location (Continued)


AFB110MS

Battery (P52)
Operation Guide

Fuse box (P93)


Helmet holder (P33)

Throttle grip (P76)

Front brake fluid reservoir


(P61)

Brakelight switch
(P69)

Spark plug (P56)

Kickstarter (P27) Engine oil drain bolt (P59)


Engine oil fill cap/dipstick (P58)

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Helmet holder (P33)


Document bag (P34)

Operation Guide
Headlight (P78)
Luggage box (P34)
Tool (P34)

Seat (P33)
Fuel fill cap (P31)

Seat lock (P33)

Choke lever (P27)


Fuel valve (P25)
Drive chain (P71)

Side stand (P70)


Centre stand (P10)
Crankcase breather
(P77) Shift lever (P29)
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Instruments
Operation Guide

Speedometer Gear range


Shows proper speed range for each gear.

Fuel gauge Odometer


Needle in the red mark, remaining fuel Total distance ridden.
approximately 1.02 litres (0.269 US gal,
0.224 Imp gal)
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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 High beam indicator Right turn signal

Operation Guide
indicator indicator

Neutral indicator Gear position indicators


Comes on when the Indicates 1st to 4th gear position.
transmission is in Neutral.

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Switches
Operation Guide

Start button

Horn button
Turn signal switch
u Pressing the switch turns the turn signal off.

Headlight dimmer switch


• : High beam
• : Low beam

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Ignition Switch ON
Switches the electrical system on/off, locks the Turns electrical system
steering. on for starting/riding.

Operation Guide
OFF
u Key can be removed when in the OFF or LOCK
Turns engine off.
position.
LOCK
Locks steering.
Steering Lock # Locking
Lock the steering when parking to help !a Turn the handlebar all the way to the left or
prevent theft. right.
A U-shaped wheel lock or similar device is also
recommended. !b Push the key down, and turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position.
u Jiggle the handlebar if the lock is difficult
Push
!a to engage.
!b
!c Remove the key.

Turn
# Unlocking
Insert the key, push it in, and turn the ignition
switch to the OFF position.
Ignition key

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Switches (Continued)
Shutter # Close
The ignition switch for this motorcycle is !a Remove the ignition key from the ignition
equipped with a shutter. After parking the switch.
Operation Guide

motorcycle, close the shutter for theft !b Align the projection of the shutter key with
prevention. the slot of the shutter, and turn the shutter
key counterclockwise.
u You can also close the shutter by moving
Knob the knob upward without the shutter key.
!c Remove the key.
Close
Open # Open
Close Align the projection of the shutter key with the
Shutter slot of the shutter, and turn the shutter key
key Ignition clockwise.
key

Slot Projection

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Fuel Valve
The two-way fuel valve is used to control the
flow of fuel from the fuel tank to the
carburetor.

Operation Guide
ON OFF

ON: normal position for riding.


OFF: for parking, storing, or transportation.

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Starting the Engine


Start your engine using the following
procedure.

!c
Operation Guide

!b

!e

To restart a warm engine, follow the


procedure for “High Air Temperature.”
!e !g !i NOTICE
• If the engine does not start within 5 seconds, turn the
ignition switch to the OFF position and wait 10 seconds
!a before trying to start the engine again to recover
!d battery voltage.
• Extended fast idling and revving the engine can
damage the engine, and the exhaust system.
• Do not operate the kickstarter while the engine is
!f running as engine damage could result. Do not apply
excessive force on the kickstarter.
!h
• Fold up the kickstarter after the kickstarter is returned
to the pedal stop.

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Normal Air Temperature 10 - 35ºC With the throttle slightly open, operate the
(50 - 95ºF): kickstarter. Kick from the top of the stroke
!a Make sure the fuel valve is in the ON position. through to the bottom with a rapid,
continuous motion.

Operation Guide
!b Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
f Immediately after the engine starts, push the
!a
!c Shift the transmission to Neutral (
choke lever down to the halfway position.
indicator comes on).
!g Warm up the engine by opening and closing
!a
!d Pull the choke lever up all the way to fully
the throttle slightly.
ON.
!h About a half minute after the engine starts,
!e Using the start button
push the choke lever down all the way to fully
With the throttle slightly open, press the start
OFF.
button.
Using the kickstarter !i If idling is unstable, open the throttle slightly.
Lightly depress the kickstarter until resistance
is felt.
Then let the kickstarter return to the top of its
stroke.

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Starting the Engine (Continued)


High Air Temperature 35°C (95°F) Low Air Temperature 10°C (50°F) or
or above: below:
!? Do not use the choke.
a !? Follow steps 1- 6 under “Normal Air
a
Operation Guide

!b Using the start button Temperature.”


With the throttle slightly open, press the start !b Warm up the engine by opening and closing
!a
button. the throttle slightly.
Using the kickstarter !c Continue warming up the engine until it runs
Lightly depress the kickstarter until resistance smoothly and responds to the throttle when
is felt. the choke lever is at fully OFF.
Then let the kickstarter return to the top of its
stroke. If the engine does not start:
With the throttle slightly open, operate the !a Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
kickstarter. Kick from the top of the stroke !b Push the choke lever down all the way to fully
through to the bottom with a rapid, OFF.
continuous motion. !c Open the throttle fully.
!d Crank the engine several times with the
kickstarter.
!e Follow steps 1-2 under “High Air
Temperature.”

# If Engine Will Not Start (P80)


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Shifting Gears
Your motorcycle transmission has four
forward gears.
The gearshift operation differs when stopping

Operation Guide
and when moving.
When stopping, change can be made from
4th to neutral directly with the 4-step rotary
system.
Stopping
When moving, the forward 4-step return
system is used.
Change cannot be made from 4th to neutral
directly.
u Always return the throttle grip first before
changing gear.
u Operate lightly with the tips of your toes until
the shift lever is pushed down. Moving
u Avoid changing gear needlessly and riding
with your foot on the shift lever since this may
damage the gear change mechanism and
clutch mechanism.

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Shifting Gears (Continued)


Proper shifting can prevent damaging the Downshifting
engine and transmission. Downshifting at speeds higher than those in
the table below may overrev the engine and
Operation Guide

Upshifting can cause damage to the engine and


The upper limit speed of each gear is shown in transmission.
gear range. (P20) Follow the table below when downshifting the
gears.
Upshift to a higher gear before exceeding the Downshifting Acceptable Speed
upper limit speed. From 4th to 3rd 80 km/h or less
Upshifting at speeds higher than the upper From 3rd to 2nd 55 km/h or less
limit speed can cause damage to the engine. From 2nd to 1st 30 km/h or less

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Refuelling
Fuel type: Unleaded petrol only
Lower edge of Fuel fill cap
Fuel octane number: Your motorcycle is
filler neck
designed to use Research Octane Number

Operation Guide
(RON) 91 or higher.
Tank capacity: 3.7 litres (0.98 US gal,
0.81 Imp gal)

# Refuelling and Fuel Guidelines (P11) Arrow marks

Opening the Fuel Fill Cap


!a Open the seat. (P33)
!b Turn the fuel fill cap counterclockwise until it
stops and remove the cap.

Do not fill with fuel above the lower edge of


the filler neck.

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Refuelling (Continued)
Closing the Fuel Fill Cap
!a Install and tighten the fuel fill cap firmly by
turning it clockwise.
Operation Guide

u Make sure that the arrow marks on the


cap and fuel tank is aligned.
!b Close the seat.

3 WARNING
Petrol is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.

• Stop the engine, and keep heat,


sparks, and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.

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Storage Equipment
Helmet holders
The helmet holders are located under the
seat.
u Use the helmet holders only when parked.

Operation Guide
Seat lock
Ignition key
3 WARNING
Riding with a helmet attached to the
Opening the seat holder can interfere with your ability to
Insert the ignition key into the seat lock and safely operate the motorcycle and could
turn it clockwise to unlock. lead to a crash in which you can be
Closing the seat seriously hurt or killed.
Close and push down on the rear of the seat
until it locks. Make sure that the seat is locked Use the helmet holder only while parked.
securely to pull it up lightly. Do not ride with a helmet secured by the
holder.

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Storage Equipment (Continued)


Luggage Box Tool
Never exceed the maximum weight limit. The tools are in the luggage box.
Maximum Weight: 5 kg (11 lb)
Operation Guide

u Do not store any items that are flammable or


susceptible to heat damage. Tools
u Do not store valuables or fragile articles.
Document compartment Document
bag

Luggage box

Document Bag
The document bag is in the document
compartment in the reverse side of the seat.
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Please read “Importance of Maintenance” and “Maintenance Fundamentals” carefully


before attempting any maintenance. Refer to “Specifications” for service data.

Importance of Maintenance.......................P. 36 Throttle ........................................................ P. 76


Maintenance Schedule................................P. 37 Crankcase Breather..................................... P. 77
Maintenance Fundamentals .......................P. 40 Other Adjustments ..................................... P. 78
Tool ...............................................................P. 51 Adjusting the Headlight Aim .............................P. 78
Removing & Installing Body Components...P. 52
Battery..................................................................... P. 52
Headlight Case ..................................................... P. 54
Spark Plug ....................................................P. 56
Engine Oil .....................................................P. 58
Brakes ...........................................................P. 61
Side Stand ....................................................P. 70
Drive Chain...................................................P. 71
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Importance of Maintenance

Importance of Maintenance Maintenance Safety


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

Maintenance is the owner’s responsibility. Be that can arise in performing maintenance. Only
sure to inspect your motorcycle before each ride, you can decide whether or not you should
and perform the periodic checks specified in the perform a given task.
Maintenance Schedule. 2 P. 37
Follow these guidelines when performing
3 WARNING maintenance.
● Stop the engine and remove the key.
Improperly maintaining your motorcycle
● Place your motorcycle on a firm, level surface
or failing to correct a problem before using the side stand, centre stand or a
you ride can cause a crash in which you maintenance stand to provide support.
can be seriously hurt or killed. ● Allow the engine, muffler, brakes, and other
high-temperature parts to cool before
Always follow the inspection and servicing as you can get burned.
maintenance recommendations and ● Run the engine only when instructed, and do
schedules in this owner’s manual. 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 normal owner operating cost and will be
ensure safe, dependable performance, and charged to you by your dealer. Retain all
proper emission control. receipts. If you sell the motorcycle, these
receipts should be transferred with the

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

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Pre-ride Frequency *1
Annual Regular Refer to
Items Check × 1,000 km 1 6 12 18 24 30 36
Check Replace page
2 P. 40 × 1,000 mi 0.6 4 8 12 16 20 24
Fuel Line I I I I I I I –
Fuel Level I –
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Fuel Strainer Screen –


Throttle Operation I I I I I I I I 76
Air Cleaner *2 R R 50
Crankcase Breather *3 77
Spark Plug I R I R I R 56
Valve Clearance I I I I I I –
Engine Oil I R R R R R R R R 58
Engine Oil Strainer Screen –
Engine Oil Centrifugal filter –
Engine Idle Speed I I I I I I I I –
Secondary Air Supply System I I –

Maintenance Level Maintenance Legend


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

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Pre-ride Frequency *1
Annual Regular Refer to
Items Check × 1,000 km 1 6 12 18 24 30 36
Check Replace page
2 P. 40 × 1,000 mi 0.6 4 8 12 16 20 24
Secondary Air Supply Pair Filter *4 R 3 years –
Drive Chain I Every 500 km (300 mi) I 71

Maintenance
Brake Fluid (AFB110MS)*4 I I I I I I I I 2 years 61
Brake Shoes Wear (AFB110MD) I I I I I I I I 68
Brake Shoes/Pads Wear (AFB110MS) I I I I I I I I 62, 68
Brake System I I I I I I I I I 61
Brake Light Switch I I I I I I I 69
Headlight Aim I I I I I I I 78
Lights/Horn I –
Clutch System I I I I I I I I –
Side Stand I I I I I I I 70
Suspension I I I I I I I –
Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners I I I I I –
Wheels/Tyres I I I I I I I I 47
Steering Head Bearings I I I I –
Notes:
*1 : At higher odometer reading, 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 ● Brakes - Check operation;


AFB110MD
To ensure safety, it is your responsibility to
Front and Rear: check shoes wear (2 P. 68)
perform a pre-ride inspection and make sure
and freeplay (2 P. 63, 65), adjust if
that any problem you find is corrected. A pre-
necessary (2 P. 64, 66).
ride inspection is a must, not only for safety,
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AFB110MS
but because having a breakdown, or even a
flat tyre, can be a major inconvenience. Front: check brake fluid level and pad wear.
2 P. 61, 62

Check the following items before you get on Rear: check shoes wear (2 P. 68) and freeplay
your motorcycle: (2 P. 65), adjust if necessary (2 P. 66).
● Lights and horn - Check that lights,
● Fuel level - Fill fuel tank when necessary.
2 P. 31
indicators and horn function properly.
● Wheels and tyres - Check condition, air
● Throttle - Check for smooth opening and
pressure and adjust if necessary. 2 P. 47
full closing in all steering positions. 2 P. 76
● Engine oil level - Add engine oil if
necessary. Check for leaks. 2 P. 58
● Drive chain - Check condition and slack,
adjust and lubricate if necessary. 2 P. 71

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Maintenance Fundamentals

Replacing Parts Battery


Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their Your motorcycle 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
3 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 no
your motorcycle unsafe and cause a need to remove the cap when charging.
crash in which you can be seriously hurt
NOTICE
or 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 NOTICE
and approved for your motorcycle. 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
If any of the following occur, immediately see 3 WARNING
your doctor.
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
● Electrolyte splashes into your eyes:
u Wash your eyes repeatedly with cool water gas during normal operation.
for at least 15 minutes. Using water under
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pressure can damage your eyes. A spark or flame can cause the battery to
● Electrolyte splashes onto your skin: explode with enough force to kill or
u Remove affected clothing and wash your seriously hurt you.
skin thoroughly using water.
● Electrolyte splashes into your mouth: Wear protective clothing and a face
u Rinse mouth thoroughly with water, and do shield, or have a skilled mechanic do the
not swallow.
battery servicing.

# Cleaning the Battery Terminals


1. Remove the battery. 2 P. 52
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.
motorcycle. If something electrical on your
motorcycle stops working, check for and replace
any blown fuses. 2 P. 93

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. 107
4. After cleaning, reinstall the battery.
Blown fuse
The battery has a limited life span. Consult your
dealer about when you should replace the
battery. Always replace the battery with another
maintenance-free battery of the same type.
NOTICE
NOTICE
Installing non-Honda electrical accessories can overload
Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly
the electrical system, discharging the battery and possibly
increases the chance of damage to the electrical system.
damaging the 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 motorcycle inspected oils for 4-stroke motorcycle engines. There are
by your dealer. two classes: MA and MB. For example, the
following label shows the MA classification.
Engine Oil
Engine oil consumption varies and oil quality Oil code
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deteriorates according to riding conditions and


Oil classification
time elapsed.
Check the engine oil level regularly, and add the
recommended engine oil if necessary. Dirty oil or *2. The SAE standard grades oils by their viscosity.
old oil should be changed as soon as possible. *3. The API classification specifies the quality and
performance rating of engine oils. Use SG or
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. 106

If you use non-Honda engine oil, check the label


to make sure that the oil satisfies all of the
following standards:
● JASO T 903 standard*1: MA
● SAE standard*2: 10W-30 Not recommended Recommended
● API classification*3: SG 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
AFB110MS
pins, or kinks, have the chain inspected by your
Do not add or replace brake fluid, except in an
dealer.
emergency. Use only fresh brake fluid from a
sealed container. If you do add fluid, have the
Also inspect the drive sprocket and driven

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brake system serviced by your dealer as soon as
sprocket. If either has worn or damaged teeth,
possible.
have the sprocket replaced by your dealer.
NOTICE
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 Normal Worn Damaged
equivalent (GOOD) (REPLACE) (REPLACE)

Drive Chain
NOTICE
The drive chain must be inspected and
Use of a new chain with worn sprockets will cause rapid
lubricated regularly. Inspect the chain more chain wear.
frequently if you often ride on bad roads, ride at
high speed, or ride with repeated fast
acceleration. 2 P. 71

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Maintenance Fundamentals

# Cleaning and Lubricating


After inspecting the slack, clean the chain and
sprockets while rotating the rear wheel.
Use a dry cloth with high flash-point solvent.
Use a soft brush if the chain is dirty.
After cleaning, wipe dry and lubricate with the
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recommended lubricant.

Recommended lubricant:
Never use petrol or low flash point solvents for
Drive chain lubricant.
cleaning the drive chain.
If not available, use SAE 80 or 90 gear oil. A fire or explosion could result.
Avoid getting lubricant on the brakes or tyres.
Avoid applying excess chain lubricant to prevent
spray onto your clothes and the motorcycle.

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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 motorcycle is washed that exposes fabric or
or overturned. Service if the deposit level can cords, or nails or other
be seen in the transparent section of the drain foreign objects

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tube. embedded in the side
If the drain tube overflows, the air filter may of the tyre or the
become contaminated with engine oil causing tread. Also inspect for
any unusual bumps or bulges in the side walls of
poor engine performance. 2 P. 77
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


Inspect the tread wear indicators. If they become 3 WARNING
visible, replace the tyres immediately.
Riding on tyres that are excessively worn
or improperly inflated can cause a crash
in which you can be seriously hurt or
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killed.

Follow all instructions in this owner’s


manual regarding tyre inflation and
Wear indicator
location mark maintenance.

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Have your tyres replaced by your dealer.


For recommended tyres and air pressure, see 3 WARNING
“Specifications.” 2 P. 106
Follow these guidelines whenever you replace
Installing improper tyres on your
tyres. motorcycle can adversely affect handling
● Use the recommended tyres or equivalents of and stability, and can cause a crash in

Maintenance
the same size, construction, speed rating, and which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
load range.
● Remember to replace the inner tube Always use the size and type of tyres
whenever you replace a tyre. The old tube will recommended in this owner’s manual.
probably be stretched, and it could fail if
installed in a new tyre.

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Air Cleaner
This motorcycle is equipped with a viscous type
air cleaner element.
Air blow cleaning or any other cleaning can
degrade the viscous element performance and
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cause the intake of dust.


Do not perform the maintenance.
Should be serviced by your dealer.

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Tool
The tools are stored in the luggage box.
2 P. 34

You can perform some roadside repairs,


minor adjustments and parts replacement

Maintenance
with the provided tools.

● 10 × 14 mm Open end wrench


● Standard/Phillips screwdriver
● Screwdriver handle
● Spark plug wrench

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Removing & Installing Body Components

Battery
Negative terminal

Battery cover Positive terminal


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Screw

Battery

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Removing & Installing Body Components u Battery

# Removal # Installation
Make sure the ignition switch is in the OFF Install the parts in the reverse order of
position. removal. Always connect the positive +
1. Open the seat. 2 P. 33 terminal first. Make sure that bolts and nuts
2. Remove the battery cover by removing the are tight.

Maintenance
screw.
3. Disconnect the negative - terminal from For proper handling of the battery, see
the battery. “Maintenance Fundamentals.” 2 P. 41
4. Disconnect the positive + terminal from “Battery Goes Dead.” 2 P. 88
the battery.
5. Remove the battery taking care not to drop
the terminal nuts.

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Removing & Installing Body Components u Headlight Case

Headlight Case # Removal


1. Pull up the rubber dust covers.
Rearview mirrors 2. Loosen the lock nuts by turning clockwise.
3. Loosen the rearview mirrors and remove
Rubber dust covers
them by turning them clockwise until they
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Lock nut will no longer turn.


Lock nut 4. Loosen the mirror adapters by turning
counterclockwise and remove them.

Mirror
Mirror adapter
adapter

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Removing & Installing Body Components u Headlight Case

Headlight case
# Installation
Rear handle Install the parts in the reverse order of
Boss Boss cover
removal.
u To install the rearview mirrors.
Screws A 1. Install the mirror adapters.

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2. Install the rearview mirrors by turning
counterclockwise until they will no longer
Screw B
turn.
Connector 3. Loosen the rearview mirrors approximately
2 turns.
4. Adjust the rearview mirrors.
Screw A 5. Tighten the lock nuts and install the rubber
5. Remove the screws A and screw B. dust covers.
6. Release the bosses by pressing the rear
handle cover.
7. Remove the headlight case and disconnect
the connector.

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Spark Plug

Checking Spark Plug Spark plug wrench

For the recommended spark plug, see


“Specifications.” 2 P. 106
Maintenance

Use only the recommended type of spark plug


in the recommended heat range.
NOTICE
Using a spark plug with an improper heat range can cause
engine damage. Spark plug cap
1. Disconnect the spark plug cap from the
spark plug.
2. Clean any dirt from around the spark plug
base. 4. Inspect the electrodes and centre porcelain
3. Remove the spark plug using provided for deposits, erosion or carbon fouling.
spark plug wrench (2 P. 51). u If the erosion or deposit is heavy,
replace the plug.
u Clean a carbon or wet-fouled plug with
a plug cleaner, otherwise use a wire
brush.

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Spark Plug u Checking Spark Plug

5. Check the spark plug gap using a wire-type 8. Tighten the spark plug:
feeler gauge. ● If the old plug is good:
u If adjustment is necessary, bend the side NGK: 1/6 turn after it seats.
electrode carefully. DENSO: 1/8 turn after it seats.
● If installing a new plug, tighten it twice to
The gap should be:

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0.8 to 0.9 mm (0.03 to 0.04 in) prevent loosening:
a) First, tighten the plug:
NGK: 1/4 turn after it seats.
Side electrode DENSO: 3/4 turn after it seats.
b) Then loosen the plug.
c) Next, tighten the plug again:
NGK: 1/6 turn after it seats.
Spark plug gap
DENSO: 1/8 turn after it seats.
NOTICE
An improperly tightened spark plug can damage the
6. Make sure the plug washer is in good engine. If a plug is too loose, a piston may be damaged. If
condition. a plug is too tight, the threads may be damaged.
7. Install the spark plug. With the plug washer 9. Install the parts in the reverse order of
attached, thread the spark plug in by hand removal.
to prevent cross-threading. u When reinstalling the spark plug cap, take
care to avoid pinching any cables or wires.
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Engine Oil

Checking the Engine Oil


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


3. Place your motorcycle on its centre stand
on a firm, level surface. Lower level
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. Oil fill cap/dipstick
6. Check that the oil level is between the
upper level and lower level marks in the oil
fill cap/dipstick.
7. Securely install the oil fill cap/dipstick.

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Engine Oil u Adding Engine Oil

Adding Engine Oil 2. Securely reinstall the oil fill cap/dipstick.


NOTICE
If the engine oil is below or near the lower Overfilling with oil or operating with insufficient oil can
level mark, add the recommended engine oil. cause damage to your engine. Do not mix different brands
2 P. 44, 106 and grades of oil. They may affect lubrication and clutch

Maintenance
1. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick. Add the operation.
recommended oil until it reaches the upper For the recommended oil and oil selection
level mark. guidelines, see “Maintenance Fundamentals.”
u Place your motorcycle on its centre 2 P. 44
stand on a firm, level surface when
checking the oil level.
u Do not overfill above the upper level Changing Engine Oil
mark.
u Make sure no foreign objects enter the Changing the oil requires special tools. We
oil filler opening. recommend that you have your motorcycle
u Wipe up any spills immediately. serviced by your dealer.
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 for 2 to 3 minutes.

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Engine Oil u Changing Engine Oil

3. Place your motorcycle on its centre stand 6. Install a new sealing washer onto the drain
on a firm, level surface. bolt. Tighten the drain bolt.
4. Place a drain pan under the drain bolt. Torque: 24 N·m (2.4 kgf·m, 18 lbf·ft)
5. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick, drain bolt,
and sealing washer to drain the oil. 7. Fill the crankcase with the recommended
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u Discard the oil at an approved oil (2 P. 44, 106) and install the oil fill cap/
recycling centre. dipstick.
Required oil
When changing oil:
0.8 litres (0.8 US qt, 0.7 Imp qt)

8. Check the oil level. 2 P. 58


9. Check that there are no oil leaks.

Drain bolt Sealing washer

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Brakes

Checking the Front Brake Fluid Front brake fluid reservoir


AFB110MS
1. Place your motorcycle in an upright
position on a firm, level surface.

Maintenance
2. Check that the brake fluid reservoir is
horizontal and that the fluid level is above
the LOWER level mark.
If the brake fluid level in the reservoir is below
the LOWER level mark or the brake lever
LOWER
freeplay becomes excessive, inspect the brake level mark
pads for wear. If the brake pads are not worn,
you most likely have a leak. Have your
motorcycle inspected by your dealer.

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Brakes u Inspecting the Front Brake Pads

Inspecting the Front Brake Pads


AFB110MS Brake pads
Check the condition of the brake pad wear
indicators.
Maintenance

The pads need to be replaced if a brake pad is


worn to the indicator.
Wear
Inspect the brake pads from below the brake indicators
Disc
caliper.

If necessary have the pads replaced by your


dealer.
Always replace both left and right brake pads
at the same time.

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Brakes u Inspecting the Front Brake Lever Freeplay

Inspecting the Front Brake Check the brake cable for kinks or signs of
wear. If necessary have it replaced by your
Lever Freeplay dealer.
AFB110MD Lubricate the brake cable with a commercially
1. Place your motorcycle on its centre stand available cable lubricant to prevent premature

Maintenance
on a firm, level surface. wear and corrosion.
2. Measure the distance the front brake lever Make sure the brake arm, spring and fastener
moves before the brake takes hold. are in good condition.
Freeplay at the tip of the brake
lever: 10 to 20 mm (0.4 to 0.8 in)

Freeplay

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Brakes u Adjusting the Front Brake Lever Freeplay

Adjusting the Front Brake Lever


Freeplay
AFB110MD
Adjust the freeplay of the brake lever with the Adjusting
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nut
front wheel pointed straight ahead.
Make sure the cut-out on the adjusting nut is Decrease
seated on the brake arm pin when adjusting Freeplay
the freeplay.
Brake arm pin
Adjusting nut Brake arm pin Increase
Freeplay
1. Adjust by turning the front brake adjusting
nut a half-turn at a time.
2. Apply the brake several times and check
for free wheel rotation after the brake lever
is released.
If proper adjustment cannot be obtained by 3. Push the brake arm to confirm that there is
this method, see your dealer. a gap between the front brake adjusting
nut and brake arm pin.

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Brakes u Inspecting the Rear Brake Pedal Freeplay

Inspecting the Rear Brake Pedal


Brake arm
Freeplay
1. Place your motorcycle on its centre stand
Push on a firm, level surface.

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2. Measure the distance the rear brake pedal
Brake arm pin moves before the brake takes hold.
Freeplay at the tip of the brake
Adjusting nut Gap pedal: 20 to 30 mm (0.8 to 1.2 in)

After adjustment, confirm the freeplay of the Rear brake pedal


brake lever.
Make sure the brake arm, spring and fastener
are in good condition.
NOTICE
Do not turn the adjuster beyond its natural limits.
Freeplay

Make sure the brake rod, brake arm, spring


and fastener are in good condition.
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Brakes u Adjusting the Rear Brake Pedal Freeplay

Adjusting the Rear Brake Pedal 1. Adjust by turning the rear brake adjusting
nut a half-turn at a time.
Freeplay
Make sure the cut-out on the adjusting nut is
seated on the brake arm pin when adjusting
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the freeplay.
Adjusting nut Brake arm pin

Decrease
freeplay
Brake arm pin
If proper adjustment cannot be obtained by
Increase
this method, see your dealer. Adjusting nut freeplay
2. Apply the brake several times and check
for free wheel rotation after the brake
pedal is released.

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Brakes u Adjusting the Rear Brake Pedal Freeplay

3. Push the brake arm to confirm that there is After adjustment, confirm the freeplay of the
a gap between the rear brake adjusting nut rear brake pedal.
and brake arm pin. Make sure the brake rod, brake arm, spring
and fastener are in good condition.
Brake arm
NOTICE

Maintenance
Do not turn the adjuster beyond its natural limits.

Push

Brake arm pin

Adjusting nut Gap

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Brakes u Inspecting the Brake Shoe Wear

Inspecting the Brake Shoe Rear Brake panel


Wear Arrow

AFB110MS
The rear brake is equipped with a brake wear
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indicator.
AFB110MD
Reference
The front and rear brake are equipped with a mark
brake wear indicator.
Brake arm
Front Brake panel
Arrow When the brake is applied, an arrow attached
to the brake arm moves toward a reference
mark on the brake panel. If the arrow aligns
with the reference mark on full application of
the brake, the brake shoes must be replaced.
Reference See your dealer for this service.
mark
When the brake service is necessary, see your
Brake arm
dealer. Use only Honda Genuine Parts or its
equivalent.
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Brakes u Adjusting the Brakelight Switch

Adjusting the Brakelight Switch


Check the operation of the brakelight switch.
Hold the brakelight switch and turn the
adjusting nut in the direction A if the switch

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

B A

Adjusting nut

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Side Stand

Checking the Side Stand 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
Maintenance

tension.

Side stand spring

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Drive Chain

Inspecting the Drive Chain


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

Maintenance
all points, some links may be kinked and
binding.
Have the chain inspected by your dealer.

1. Shift the transmission to Neutral.


Stop the engine. Inspection hole cap
2. Place your motorcycle on its centre stand
on a firm, level surface. 3. Remove the inspection hole cap.

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Drive Chain u Inspecting the Drive Chain Slack

4. Move the drive chain up and down with 6. Remove the chain covers by removing the
your finger. bolts.
Drive chain slack:
25 to 35 mm (1.0 to 1.4 in)
Maintenance

u Do not ride your motorcycle if the slack


exceeds 50 mm (2.0 in).

Bolts Chain covers


7. Inspect the sprockets. 2 P. 45
8. Clean and lubricate the drive chain.
2 P. 46
9. Install the parts in the reverse order of
removal.
5. Rotate the rear wheel and check that the 10. Tighten the bolts.
chain moves smoothly. Torque: 7 N·m (0.7 kgf·m, 5.2 lbf·ft)

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Drive Chain u Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack

Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack Scale graduations

Adjusting the chain requires special tools.


Have the drive chain slack adjusted by your Adjusting nut
dealer.
1. Shift the transmission to Neutral. Stop the

Maintenance
engine.
2. Place your motorcycle on its centre stand
on a firm, level surface.
3. Remove the inspection hole cap. 2 P. 71 Lock nut
4. Loosen the rear axle nut. Drive chain adjuster
5. Loosen the lock nuts on both sides of the
drive chain adjusters. 6. Turn both adjusting nuts an equal number
of turns until the correct drive chain slack
Rear axle nut Scale graduations
is obtained. Turn the adjusting nuts
Adjusting nut clockwise to tighten the chain. Turn the
adjusting nuts counterclockwise and push
the rear wheel toward the front to provide
more slack.

Lock nut Drive chain adjuster

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Drive Chain u Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack

Adjust the slack at a point midway 8. Tighten the rear axle nut.
between the drive sprocket and the driven Torque: 59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 44 lbf·ft)
sprocket.
Check the drive chain slack. 2 P. 72 9. Hold the adjusting nuts and tighten the
7. Check rear axle alignment by making sure lock nuts.
Maintenance

the end of the drive chain adjuster aligns 10. Recheck drive chain slack.
with the scale graduations on both sides 11. Rear brake pedal freeplay is affected
of the swingarm. when repositioning the rear wheel to
Both marks should correspond. If the axle adjust drive chain slack. Check rear brake
is misaligned, turn the right or left pedal freeplay and adjust as necessary.
adjusting nut until the marks are aligned 2 P. 65
and recheck chain slack. 12. Reinstall the inspection hole cap.

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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Drive Chain u Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack

# Checking the Drive Chain Wear


If the drive chain slack is excessive when the
rear axle is moved to the furthest limit of
adjustment, the drive chain is worn and must
be replaced.

Maintenance
Chain:
KMC420JB
DID420AD2
RK420EL
If necessary have the drive chain replaced by
your dealer.

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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
Maintenance

freeplay is correct. If the throttle does not


move smoothly, close automatically, or if the
cable is damaged, have the motorcycle
inspected by your dealer.
Freeplay at the throttle grip flange:
2 to 6 mm (0.1 to 0.2 in)

Freeplay

Flange

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Crankcase Breather

Cleaning the Crankcase


Breather
1. Place a suitable container under the
crankcase breather tube.

Maintenance
2. Remove the crankcase breather tube and
drain deposits.
3. Reinstall the crankcase breather tube.

Crankcase breather tube

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Other Adjustments

Adjusting the Headlight Aim


You can adjust vertical aim of the headlight for
proper alignment. To move the headlight,
loosen the adjusting bolt.
Maintenance

Tighten the adjusting bolt after adjustment.


Obey local laws and regulations.

Headlight

Up

Down

Adjusting bolt

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Troubleshooting

Engine Will Not Start ................................. P. 80


Tyre Puncture.............................................. P. 81
Tube Repair and Replacement .........................P. 81
Electrical Trouble ........................................ P. 88
Battery Goes Dead ...............................................P. 88
Burned-out Light Bulb.........................................P. 88
Blown Fuse .............................................................P. 93
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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:
● Check the correct engine starting sequence. ● Check the correct engine starting sequence.
2 P. 26 2 P. 26
● Check that there is petrol in the fuel tank. ● Check for a blown fuse. 2 P. 93
Troubleshooting

● Check for a loose battery connection


(2 P. 53) or battery terminal corrosion
(2 P. 41).
● Check the condition of the battery. 2 P. 88
If the problem continues, have your
motorcycle inspected by your dealer.

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Tyre Puncture
Repairing a puncture or removing a wheel
requires special tools and technical expertise. 3 WARNING
We recommend you have this type of service Riding your motorcycle with a temporary
performed by your dealer. tyre or tube repair can be risky. If the
After an emergency repair, always have the temporary repair fails, you can crash and
tyre inspected/replaced by your dealer. be seriously injured or killed.

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Tube Repair and Replacement If you must ride with a temporary tyre or
tube repair, ride slowly and carefully and
If a tube is punctured or damaged, you should do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) until
replace it as soon as possible. A tube that is the tyre or tube is replaced.
repaired may not have the same reliability as a
new one, and it may fail while you are riding.
If you need to make a temporary repair by
Removing Wheels
patching a tube or using an aerosol sealant, Follow these procedures if you need to
ride cautiously at reduced speed and have the remove a wheel in order to repair a puncture.
tube replaced before you ride again. Anytime
a tube is replaced, the tyre should be carefully
inspected as described.

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Tyre Puncture u Removing Wheels

# Front Wheel Speedometer gear box


AFB110MS
Removal Front axle nut
1. Place your motorcycle on its centre stand
on a firm, level surface.
2. Support your motorcycle securely and raise
the front wheel off the ground using a
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maintenance stand or a hoist.


3. Remove the speedometer cable by
pushing the tab. Speedometer
4. Remove the front axle nut. Tab cable
5. Remove the front axle shaft, front wheel,
speedometer gearbox and side collar.
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.

Front axle shaft

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Tyre Puncture u Removing Wheels

Installation 5. After installing the wheel, apply the brake


1. Attach the side collar and speedometer lever several times, then check if the wheel
gearbox to the wheel. rotates freely. Recheck the wheel if the
2. Position the wheel between the fork legs brake drags or if the wheel does not
and insert the front axle shaft from the rotate freely.
right side, through the right fork leg and 6. Install the speedometer cable securely.
wheel hub.

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NOTICE Speedometer
When installing a wheel or caliper into original position, gearbox
Lug
carefully fit the brake disc between the pads to avoid
scratching them.
Slot
3. Make sure that the lug on the left fork leg
is located in the slot of the speedometer
gearbox.
4. Tighten the front axle nut.
Torque: 59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 44 lbf·ft) 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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Tyre Puncture u Removing Wheels

# Front Wheel Front axle nut Speedometer


AFB110MD Brake arm cable
Removal Front brake
adjusting nut
1. Place your motorcycle on its centre stand
on a firm, level surface.
2. Support your motorcycle securely and raise
the front wheel off the ground using a
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Tab
maintenance stand or a hoist.
3. Remove the speedometer cable by
pushing the tab. Front brake cable
4. Remove the front brake adjusting nut and
disconnect the front brake cable from the
brake arm.
5. Remove the front axle nut.
Front axle shaft
6. Remove the front axle shaft, front wheel,
and side collar.

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Tyre Puncture u Removing Wheels

Installation Brake panel


1. Attach the side collar to the wheel.
2. Position the wheel between the fork legs
and insert the front axle shaft from the right
Lug
side, through the right fork leg and wheel
hub. Slot
3. Make sure that the lug on the left fork leg is

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located in the slot of the brake panel.
4. Tighten the front axle nut.
Torque: 59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 44 lbf·ft)

5. Install the speedometer cable securely.


6. Install the front brake cable and front brake
adjusting nut. If a torque wrench was not used for
7. Adjust the front brake lever freeplay. installation, see your dealer as soon as
2 P. 64 possible to verify proper assembly.
8. After installing the wheel, apply the brake
lever several times and then check if the Improper assembly may lead to loss of
wheel rotates freely. Recheck the wheel if braking capacity.
the brake drags or if the wheel does not
rotate freely.
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Tyre Puncture u Removing Wheels

# Rear Wheel Drive chain


Removal adjusting nut
1. Support your motorcycle securely and raise Drive chain
Drive chain adjuster
the rear wheel off the ground using a lock nut
centre stand or a hoist. Rear axle nut
2. Remove the chain covers. 2 P. 72 Brake rod
3. Remove the rear brake adjusting nut. Brake
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arm
4. Disconnect the brake rod from the brake
arm. Brake
5. Disconnect the brake stopper arm from the stopper
arm
brake panel by removing the cotter pin, Rear brake Cotter pin
brake stopper arm nut, washer and rubber adjusting nut Brake stopper arm nut
grommet.
7. Remove the rear axle nut while holding the
6. Loosen the drive chain lock nuts and drive
rear axle shaft at the other end with a
chain adjusting nuts on both sides of the
wrench.
swingarm.
8. Remove the drive chain from the driven
sprocket by pushing the rear wheel
forward.

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9. Remove the rear axle shaft, drive chain 3. Connect the brake rod to the brake arm.
adjusters, side collars and rear wheel from 4. Adjust the drive chain slack. 2 P. 73
the swingarm. 5. Adjust the rear brake pedal freeplay. 2 P. 66
Drive chain adjuster
6. Tighten the rear axle nut.
Torque: 59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 44 lbf·ft)
Drive chain
Rear axle lock nut 7. After installing the wheel, apply the brake

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shaft pedal several times, then check if the wheel
rotates freely. Recheck the wheel if the
brake drags or if the wheel does not rotate
freely.
8. Install the chain covers. 2 P. 72
Drive chain
If a torque wrench was not used for
Drive chain adjusting nut installation, see your dealer as soon as
Installation possible to verify proper assembly.
1. To install the rear wheel, reverse the Improper assembly may lead to loss of
removal procedure. braking capacity.
2. Reassemble the brake stopper arm and
A used cotter pin may not effectively secure a
tighten the brake stopper arm nut.
fastener. Always replace a used cotter pin with
Torque: 22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft) a new one.

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Electrical Trouble

Battery Goes Dead Burned-out Light Bulb


Charge the battery using a motorcycle battery Follow the procedure below to replace a
charger. burned-out light bulb.
Remove the battery from the motorcycle Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK
before charging. position.
Do not use an automobile-type battery Allow the bulb to cool before replacing it.
Troubleshooting

charger, as these can overheat a motorcycle Do not use bulbs other than those specified.
battery and cause permanent damage. Check the replacement bulb for correct
If the battery does not recover after operation before riding.
recharging, contact your dealer.
NOTICE For the light bulb wattage, see
Jump starting using an automobile battery can damage “Specifications.” 2 P. 107
your motorcycle's electrical system and is not
recommended.

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Electrical Trouble u Burned-out Light Bulb

# Headlight Bulb 1. Remove the headlight case. 2 P. 54


2. Disconnect the connector.
Pin 3. Remove the rubber dust cover.
TOP mark
4. Slightly press down on the pin and turn it
clockwise until it releases from the
headlight bulb housing.
5. Remove the bulb.

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6. Install a new bulb in the reverse order of
removal.
u Install the rubber dust cover with its TOP
Bulb mark facing up.
Connector Rubber dust 7. Install the remaining parts in the reverse
cover order of removal.
Do not touch the glass surface with your
fingers. If you touch the bulb with your bare
hands, clean it with a cloth moistened with
alcohol.

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Electrical Trouble u Burned-out Light Bulb

# Brakelight/Taillight Bulb 2. Remove the bulb by slightly pressing the


1. Remove the brakelight/taillight lens by bulb and turn it counterclockwise.
removing the screws and releasing the 3. Install a new bulb in the reverse order of
tabs. removal.
4. Install the remaining parts in the reverse
order of removal.
Tabs
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Bulb

Screws

Brakelight/Taillight lens

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Electrical Trouble u Burned-out Light Bulb

# Front Turn Signal Bulb 3. Pull out the bulb without turning it.
4. Install a new bulb in the reverse order of
Bulb removal.
u Install the socket by turning it clockwise.
Make sure that the “5” marks on the
socket and front turn signal housing are
aligned.

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u Use only the amber bulb.
5. Install the remaining parts in the reverse
order of removal.

Socket “5” marks


1. Remove the headlight case. 2 P. 54
2. Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull
it out.

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Electrical Trouble u Burned-out Light Bulb

# Rear Turn Signal Bulb 3. Install a new bulb in the reverse order of
removal.
u Use only the amber bulb.
4. Install the remaining parts in the reverse
order of removal.
Troubleshooting

Bulb

1. Remove the brakelight/taillight lens.


2 P. 90
2. Pull out the bulb without turning it.

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Electrical Trouble u Blown Fuse

Blown Fuse Fuse box covers


Spare fuses
Before handling fuses, see “Inspecting and Sub
Replacing Fuses.” 2 P. 43 fuse

# Fuse Box Fuses


1. Open the seat. 2 P. 33

Troubleshooting
2. Remove the battery cover. 2 P. 52
3. Open the fuse box covers. Battery cover Main
fuse
4. Pull out the fuses one by one to check for a
blown fuse. Always replace a blown fuse
Fuse boxes
with a spare fuse of the same rating.
u Spare fuses are located on reverse side NOTICE
of the battery cover. If a fuse fails repeatedly, you likely have an electrical
5. Close the fuse box covers. problem. Have your motorcycle inspected by your dealer.
6. Install the battery cover.
7. Close the seat.

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Information

Keys...............................................................P. 95
Instruments, Controls, & Other Features ...P. 96
Caring for Your Motorcycle........................P. 97
Storing Your Motorcycle ............................P. 99
Transporting Your Motorcycle.................P. 100
You & the Environment ............................P. 101
Serial Numbers ..........................................P. 102
Fuels Containing Alcohol..........................P. 103
Catalytic Converter....................................P. 104
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Keys

Keys
Ignition Key
Be sure to record the key number provided with
the original keys.
Store the spare key in a safe location.
To make a duplicate, take the spare key or the
key number to your dealer.
If you lose all ignition keys and the key number,

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the ignition switch assembly will probably have
to be removed by your dealer to determine the
key number.

A metal key holder may cause damage to the


area surrounding the ignition switch.

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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 on reverse side of the
Leaving the ignition switch in the ON position seat.
with the engine stopped will drain the battery.

Do not turn the key while riding.


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Odometer
The odometer returns to 0 when the read-out
exceeds 99999.9.

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Caring for Your Motorcycle

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

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

# Washing Precautions u The headlight's inside lens may fog temporarily


Follow these guidelines when washing: after washing or while riding in the rain. This
● Do not use high-pressure washers: does not impact the headlight function.
u High-pressure water cleaners can damage u Any condensation inside the headlight
moving parts and electrical parts, rendering should dissipate after a few minutes of
them inoperable. running the engine with the headlight(s) on.
u Water in the air intake can be drawn into However, if you see a large amount of water
the carburetor and/or enter the air cleaner. or ice accumulated inside the lens(es), have
● Do not direct water at the muffler: your vehicle inspected by your dealer.
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u Water in the muffler can prevent starting ● Do not use wax or polishing compounds on
and causes rust in the muffler. mat painted surface:
● Dry the brakes: u Use a soft cloth or sponge, plenty of water,
u Water adversely affects braking effectiveness. and a mild detergent to clean mat painted
After washing, apply the brakes intermittently surfaces. Dry with a soft clean cloth.
at low speed to help dry them.
● Do not direct water under the seat:
u Water in the under seat compartment can Aluminium Components
damage your documents and other Aluminium will corrode from contact with dirt,
belongings. mud, or road salt. Clean aluminium parts regularly
● Do not direct water at the air cleaner: and follow these guidelines to avoid scratches:
u Water in the air cleaner can prevent the ● Do not use stiff brushes, steel wool, or cleaners
engine from starting. containing abrasives.
● Do not direct water near the headlight: ● Avoid riding over or scraping against curbs.
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Storing Your Motorcycle

Panels Storing Your Motorcycle


Follow these guidelines to prevent scratches and
If you store your motorcycle outdoors, you
blemishes:
should consider using a full-body motorcycle
● Wash gently using a soft sponge and plenty of
cover.
water.
If you won’t be riding for an extended period,
● To remove stubborn stains, use diluted
follow these guidelines:
detergent and rinse thoroughly with plenty of
● Wash your motorcycle and wax all painted
water.
surfaces (except mat painted surfaces).
● Avoid getting petrol, brake fluid, or detergents

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Coat chrome pieces with rust-inhibiting oil.
on the instruments, panels, or headlight.
● Lubricate the drive chain. 2 P. 46
● Place your motorcycle on its centre stand and
Exhaust Pipe and Muffler position a block so that both tyres are off the
ground.
When the exhaust pipe and muffler are painted,
● After rain, remove the body cover and allow
do not use a commercially available abrasive
the motorcycle to dry.
kitchen cleaning compound. Use a neutral
detergent to clean the painted surface on the
exhaust pipe and muffler. If you are not sure if
your exhaust pipe and muffler are painted,
contact your dealer.

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Transporting Your Motorcycle

● Remove the battery (2 P. 52) to prevent Transporting Your


discharge.
Fully charge the battery and then place it in a Motorcycle
shaded, well-ventilated area. If your motorcycle needs to be transported, it
u If you leave the battery in place, disconnect should be carried on a motorcycle trailer or a
the negative - terminal to prevent flatbed truck or trailer that has a loading ramp or
discharge. lifting platform, and motorcycle tie-down straps.
After removing your motorcycle from storage, Never try to tow your motorcycle with a wheel or
inspect all maintenance items required by the wheels on the ground.
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Maintenance Schedule.
NOTICE
Towing your motorcycle can cause serious damage to the
transmission.

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You & the Environment

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

Choose Sensible Cleaners


Use a biodegradable detergent when you wash

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your motorcycle. Avoid aerosol spray cleaners
that contain chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) which
damage the atmosphere’s protective ozone
layer.

Recycle Wastes
Put oil and other toxic wastes in approved
containers and take them to a recycling centre.
Call your local or state office of public works or
environmental services to find a recycling centre
in your area, and to get instructions on how to
dispose of non-recyclable wastes. Do not place
used engine oil in the trash, or pour it down a
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Serial Numbers

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

Engine number

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Fuels Containing Alcohol

Fuels Containing Alcohol The use of petrol containing more than 10%
ethanol may:
Some conventional fuels blended with alcohol ● Damage the painting of the fuel tank.
are available in some locales to help reduce ● Damage the rubber tubes of the fuel line.
emissions to meet clean air standards. If you plan ● Cause corrosion of the fuel tank.
to use blended fuel, check that it is unleaded and ● Cause poor drivability.
meets the minimum octane rating requirement. NOTICE
Use of blended fuels containing higher than approved
The following fuel blends can be used in your percentages can damage metal, rubber, plastic parts of

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motorcycle: your fuel system.
● Ethanol (ethyl alcohol) up to 10% by volume.
u Petrol containing ethanol may be marketed If you notice any undesirable operating
under the name Gasohol. symptoms or performance problems, try a
different brand of petrol.

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Catalytic Converter

Catalytic Converter Follow these guidelines to protect your


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

compounds.

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

■ Main Components Displacement 109 cm3 (6.6 cu-in)


Overall length 1,914 mm (75.4 in) Bore × stroke 50.000 × 55.597 mm (1.9685 × 2.1889 in)
Overall width 688 mm (27.1 in) Compression ratio 9.0:1
Overall height 1,075 mm (42.3 in) Unleaded petrol
Fuel
Wheelbase 1,224 mm (48.2 in) Recommended: 91 RON or higher
Minimum ground Fuel containing
142 mm (5.6 in) ETHANOL up to 10% by volume
clearance alcohol
Caster angle 26º 30´ Tank capacity 3.7 litres (0.98 US gal, 0.81 Imp gal)
Trail 68 mm (2.7 in) PTZ4V or YTZ4V or GTZ4V
Battery
Curb weight 97 kg (214 lb) 12 V-3 Ah (10 HR)
Maximum weight 1st 2.615
115 kg (254 lb)
capacity *1 2nd 1.555
Gear ratio

Specifications
Maximum luggage 3rd 1.136
Luggage box 5 kg (11 lb)
weight *2 4th 0.916
Passenger capacity Rider and 1 passenger Reduction ratio
4.059 / 2.500
Minimum turning radius 1.90 m (6.23 ft) (primary / final)
*1 Including rider, passenger, all luggage, and accessories.
*2 Includes the weight of the luggage and added accessories.

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■ Service Data 0.8 litres (0.8 US qt,


After draining
Front 70/90-17M/C 38P Engine oil 0.7 Imp qt)
Tyre size
Rear 80/90-17M/C 50P capacity 1.0 litres (1.1 US qt,
After disassembly
Tyre type Bias-ply, tube 0.9 Imp qt)
MBP MP-220 Recommended Honda DOT 3 or DOT 4
Front AFB110MS
Recommended CHENG SHIN C-6016 brake fluid Brake Fluid
Tyres MBP MP-221 Recommended
Rear Drive chain lubricant.
CHENG SHIN C-6016R drive chain
If not available, use SAE 80 or 90 gear oil.
(Driver only) lubricant
200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm2, 29 psi) Drive chain
Front 25 to 35 mm (1.0 to 1.4 in)
(Driver and passenger) slack
Tyre air 200 kPa (2.00 kgf/cm2, 29 psi) KMC420JB
Specifications

pressure (Driver only) Standard drive DID420AD2


225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm2, 33 psi) chain RK420EL
Rear
(Driver and passenger) No. of links 102
280 kPa (2.80 kgf/cm2, 41 psi) Drive sprocket 14T
Standard
CPR6EA-9S (NGK) sprocket size Driven sprocket 35T
Spark plugs (standard)
U20EPR9S (DENSO)
Spark plug gap 0.8 to 0.9 mm (0.03 to 0.04 in)
Idle speed 1,400 ± 100 rpm
Honda 4-stroke motorcycle oil API Service
Recommended Classification SG or higher, excluding oils marked
engine oil as “Energy Conserving” or “Resource Conserving,”
SAE 10W-30, JASO T 903 standard MA

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■ Bulbs ■ Torque Specifications


Headlight 12 V-35/35 W Chain cover bolt 7 N·m (0.7 kgf·m, 5.2 lbf·ft)
Brakelight/Taillight 12 V-18/5 W Engine oil drain bolt 24 N·m (2.4 kgf·m, 18 lbf·ft)
Front turn signal 12 V-10 W × 2 Front wheel axle nut 59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 44 lbf·ft)
Rear turn signal 12 V-10 W × 2 Rear wheel axle nut 59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 44 lbf·ft)
Brake stopper arm nut 22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft)
■ Fuses
Main fuse 10 A
Other fuse 7.5 A

Specifications
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Index

A Tool ................................................................ 34, 51


Accessories .............................................................12
D
B Drive Chain ...................................................... 45, 71
Basic Operation Flow ...........................................14
Battery ...............................................................41, 52 E
Brakelight Switch ..................................................69 Electrical Trouble .................................................. 88
Brakes Engine
Fluid .......................................................................61 Number ..............................................................102
Pad Wear ..............................................................62 Oil ................................................................... 44, 58
Shoe Wear ...........................................................68 Starting ................................................................. 26
Braking ....................................................................... 9 Environment .........................................................101
Bulb
Index

Brakelight/Taillight .............................................90 F
Front Turn Signal ................................................91 Flooded Engine ..................................................... 28
Headlight ..............................................................89 Frame Number ....................................................102
Rear Turn Signal .................................................92 Fuel
Gauge ................................................................... 20
C Recommended ................................................... 31
Caring for Your Motorcycle ...............................97 Remaining ............................................................ 20
Catalytic Converter ............................................ 104 Tank Capacity ..................................................... 31
Choke Lever ............................................................27 Valve ..................................................................... 25
Compartment Fuels Containing Alcohol .................................103
Document Bag .............................................34, 96 Fuses .................................................................. 43, 93
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Gasohol ................................................................. 103 Maintenance
Gear Position Indicators .....................................21 Fundamentals ..................................................... 40
Gear Range .............................................................20 Importance .......................................................... 36
Safety .................................................................... 36
H Schedule ............................................................... 37
Headlight Aim ........................................................78 Maximum Weight Limit ..................................... 13
Headlight Dimmer Switch ..................................22 Modifications ......................................................... 12
Helmet Holder .......................................................33
High Beam Indicator ............................................21 N
Horn Button ............................................................22 Neutral Indicator .................................................. 21

I O

Index
Ignition Key .............................................................95 Odometer ............................................................... 20
Ignition Switch ................................................23, 26 Oil
Image Labels ............................................................ 6 Engine ............................................................ 44, 58
Indicators .................................................................21
Instruments .............................................................20 P
Parking ..................................................................... 10
L Parts Location ........................................................ 16
Load Limits ..............................................................13 Petrol ............................................................... 31, 103
Loading Guidelines ..............................................13 Protective Apparel ..................................................8
Luggage Box ..........................................................34
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Recommended Throttle .................................................................... 76
Fuel ........................................................................31 Tool .................................................................... 34, 51
Oil ...........................................................................44 Transporting Your Motorcycle .......................100
Refuelling ................................................................31 Troubleshooting ................................................... 79
Riding Precautions ................................................. 9 Turn Signal Indicators ......................................... 21
Tyres
S Air Pressure ................................................ 47, 106
Safety Precautions .................................................. 8 Puncture ............................................................... 81
Serial Numbers ................................................... 102 Replacing ...................................................... 47, 81
Shifting Gears .........................................................29
Side Stand ...............................................................70 W
Specifications ...................................................... 105 Washing Your Motorcycle ................................. 97
Index

Speedometer ..........................................................20 Weight Limit ........................................................... 13


Start Button .....................................................22, 26 Wheels
Starting the Engine ..............................................26 Front Removal ............................................. 82, 84
Steering Lock .........................................................23 Rear Removal ...................................................... 86
Storage
Document Bag .............................................34, 96
Equipment ............................................................33
Luggage Box .......................................................34
Storing Your Motorcycle ....................................99
Switches ...................................................................22
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