honda nc700 s sa sd owners 2012 User Manual

							This manual should be considered a permanent part of the motorcycle 
and should remain with the motorcycle when it is resold.
This publication includes the latest production information available 
before printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make 
changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
No part of this publication may be reproduced without written 
permission.
The vehicle pictured in this owner’s manual may not match your actual 
vehicle.© 2011 Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
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							Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of a new 
Honda motorcycle. Your selection of a 
Honda makes you part of a worldwide family 
of satisfied customers who appreciate 
Honda’s reputation for building quality into 
every product.
To ensure your safety and riding pleasure:
●Read this owner’s manual carefully.
●Follow all recommendations and 
procedures contained in this manual.
●Pay close attention to safety messages 
contained in this manual and on the 
motorcycle.
●The following codes in this manual indicate 
each country.
●The illustrations here in are based on the 
NC700SA ED type.Country Codes
*The specifications may 
vary with each locale.
CodeCountry
NC700S
III EUK
II F France
II EDEuropean direct sales
U Australia, New Zealand
NC700SA
III EUK
II FFrance
ED, II EDEuropean direct sales
UAustralia, New Zealand
NC700SD
III EUK
II FFrance
II EDEuropean direct sales
UAustralia, New Zealand
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							A Few Words About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very 
important. Operating this motorcycle safely is 
an important responsibility.
To help you make informed decisions about 
safety, we have provided operating 
procedures and other information on safety 
labels and in this manual. This information 
alerts you to potentia l hazards that could 
hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to 
warn you about all haza rds associated with 
operating or maintaining a motorcycle. You 
must use your own good judgement.
You will find important  safety information in 
a variety of forms, including:
●Safety labels on the motorcycle
●Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert 
symbol and one of three signal words: 
DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. 
These signal words mean:
3DANGER
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY 
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
3WARNING
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY 
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
3CAUTION
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow 
instructions.
Other important information is 
provided under the following titles:
NOTICEInformation to help you avoid 
damage to your motorcycle, other 
property, or the environment.
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							Contents
Motorcycle SafetyP. 2
Operation Guide P. 18
Maintenance P. 48
Troubleshooting P. 92
Information P. 114
Specifications P. 126
Index P.129
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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. 11
Riding Precautions ..................................... P. 12
Accessories & Modifications ...................... P. 16
Loading ....................................................... P. 17
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							Safety Guidelines
3continued
Motorcycle SafetySafety Guidelines
Follow these guidelines to enhance your safety:
●Perform all routine and regular inspections 
specified in this manual.
●Stop the engine and keep sparks and flame 
away before filling the fuel tank.
●Do not run the engine in enclosed or partly 
enclosed areas. Carbon monoxide in exhaust 
gases is toxic and can kill you.
It’s a proven fact: helmets and protective 
apparel significantly reduce the number and 
severity of head and other injuries. So always 
wear an approved motorcycle helmet and 
protective apparel. 
2P. 11
Make sure that you are physically fit, mentally 
focused and free of alcohol and drugs. Check  that you and your passenger are both wearing 
an approved motorcycle 
helmet and protective 
apparel. Instruct your passenger on holding 
onto the grab rails, leaning with you in turns, 
and keeping their feet on the footpegs, even 
when the motorcycle is stopped.
Even if you have ridden other motorcycles, 
practice riding in a safe area to become familiar 
with how this motorcycle works and handles, 
and to become accustomed to the motorcycle’s 
size and weight.
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 
evasive maneuver.
Always Wear a Helmet
Before Riding
Take Time to Learn & Practice
Ride Defensively
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							Safety Guidelines
4
Motorcycle SafetyMake yourself more visible, especially at night, 
by wearing bright reflective clothing, 
positioning yourself so other drivers can see 
you, signaling before turning or changing lanes, 
and using your horn when necessary.
Never ride beyond your personal abilities or 
faster than conditions warrant. Fatigue and 
inattention can impair your ability to use good 
judgement and ride safely.
Alcohol and riding don’t mix. Even one 
alcoholic drink can reduce your ability to 
respond to changing conditions, and your 
reaction time gets worse with every additional 
drink. Don’t drink and ride, and don’t let your 
friends drink and ride either.It’s important to keep your motorcycle properly 
maintained and in safe riding condition.
Inspect your motorcycle before every ride and 
perform all recommended maintenance. Never 
exceed load limits (
2P. 17), and do not modify 
your motorcycle or in stall accessories that 
would make your motorcycle unsafe (
2P. 16).
Personal safety is your first priority. If you or 
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 if needed. Al so follow applicable 
laws and regulations if another person or 
vehicle is involved in the crash.
If you decide to continue  riding, first evaluate 
the condition of your mo torcycle. If the engine 
is still running, turn it off. Inspect for fluid leaks, 
Make Yourself Easy to See
Ride within Your Limits
Don’t Drink and Ride
Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition
If You are Involved in a Crash
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							Safety Guidelines
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Motorcycle Safetycheck the tightness of critical nuts and bolts, 
and check the handlebar, control levers, brakes, 
and wheels. Ride slowly and cautiously.
Your motorcycle may have suffered damage 
that is not immediately apparent. Have your 
motorcycle thoroughly checked at a qualified 
service facility as soon as possible.
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, 
a colourless, odorless gas. Breathing carbon 
monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and 
may lead to death.
If you run the engine in confined or even partly 
enclosed area, the air you breathe could contain 
a dangerous amount of carbon monoxide. 
Never run your motorcycle inside a garage or 
other enclosure.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
3WARNING
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause 
unconsciousness and even kill you.
Avoid any areas or activities that 
expose you to carbon monoxide.
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							Image Labels
6
Motorcycle SafetyImage Labels
The following pages describe the label 
meanings. Some labels warn you of 
potential hazards that could cause serious 
injury. Others provide important safety 
information. Read this information carefully 
and don’t remove the labels.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, 
contact your dealer for a replacement.
There is a specific symbol on each label.
The meanings of each symbol and label are 
as follows.
Read instructions contained in Owner’s 
Manual carefully.
Read instructions contained in Shop Manual 
carefully. In the intere st of safety, take the 
motorcycle to be serviced only by your dealer.
DANGER (with RED background)
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if 
you don’t follow instructions.
WARNING (with ORANGE background)
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if 
you don’t follow instructions.
CAUTION (with YELLOW background)
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow 
instructions.
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							Image Labels
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Motorcycle SafetyBATTERY LABEL
DANGER• 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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