Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the vehicle or other property.
TIP
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
IntroductionProtective apparel
The majority of fatalities from motorcycle
accidents are the result of head injuries.
The use of a safety helmet is the
single most critical factor in the prevention
or reduction of head injuries.
Always wear an approved helmet.
Wear a face shield or goggles.
Wind in your unprotecte ...
Checking the thermostat
1. Check:
Thermostat
Does not open at 80.5-83.5 C (176.9-182.3
F) Replace.
a. Suspend the thermostat "1" in a container "2"
filled with water.
b. Slowly heat the water "3".
c. Place a thermometer "4" in the water.
d. While stirring the water, observe the thermostat
and th ...
Checking the ignition coil
1. Check:
Primary coil resistance
Out of specification Replace.
a. Disconnect the ignition coil connectors from
the ignition coil terminals.
b. Connect the pocket tester ( × 1)
to the ignition
coil as shown.
Positive tester probe
red/white "1"
Negative tester probe
orange ...