INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
research octane number of 91 or higher.
If knocking (or pinging) occurs, use a
gasoline of a different brand or premium
unleaded fuel. Use of unleaded fuel will
extend spark plug life and reduce
maintenance costs.
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Fuel tank breather hose
1. Breather hose
Before operating the motorcycle:
Check the fuel tank breather hose
connection.
Check the fuel tank breather hose
for cracks or damage, and replace
it if damaged.
Make sure that the fuel tank
breather hose is not blocked, and
clean it if necessary.
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Fuel cock
The fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank
to the carburetor while filtering it also.
The fuel cock has three positions:
OFF
With the lever in this position, fuel will
not flow. Always return the lever to this
position when the engine is not running.
ON
With the lever in this position, fuel flows
to the carburetor. Normal riding is done
with the lever in this position.
RES
This indicates reserve. If you run out of
fuel while riding, move the lever to this
position. Fill the tank at the first
opportunity. Be sure to set the lever
back to "ON" after refueling!
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