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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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General 6
Warranty 6
Symbols 6
Useful information for safe riding 7
Carrying the maximun load allowed 8
Identification data 9
Controls 10
Position of motorcycle controls 10
Instrument panel 11
Keys 12
Key-operated ignition switch and steering lock 12
Left switch 13
Clutch lever 14
Starter lever 15
Right switch 16
Throttle twistgrip 16
Front brake lever 16
Rear brake pedal 17
Gear change pedal 17
Adjustment of gear change and rear brake pedals 18
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Main components and devices 19
Location 19
Tank filler plug 20
Seat catch and helmet hook 21
Side stand 22
Steering damper 24
Front fork adjusters 25
Shock absorber adjusters 27
Changing motorcycle track alignment 28
Directions for use 29
Running-in recommendations 29
Pre-ride checks 30
Starting the engine 31
Moving off 33
Braking 33
Stopping the motorcycle 34
Refueling 34
Parking 35
Tool kit and accessories 36
Main maintenance operations 37
Removing the fairing 37
Cleaning and changing air filters 39
Checking the coolant level 40
Checking brake and clutch fluid level 41
Checking brake pads for wear 42
Lubricating cables and joints 43
Throttle cable adjustment 43
Charging the battery 44
Adjusting headstock angle 45