honda nc700 x xa xd owners 2012 User Manual

98
Troubleshooting
Warning Indicators On or Flashing
Low Oil Pressure Indicator
If the low oil pressure indicator comes on, 
pull safely to the side of the road and stop 
the engine.
1.Check the engine oil level, and add oil as 
necessary. 
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2.Start the engine.
uOnly continue riding if the low oil 
pressure indicator goes off.
Rapid acceleration may momentarily cause 
the low oil pressure indicator to come on, 
especially if the oil is  at or near the low level.
If the low oil pressure indicator...

Warning Indicators On or Flashing u  ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator (NC700XA/XD only)
99
Troubleshooting
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) 
Indicator (NC700XA/XD only)
If the indicator operates in one of the 
following ways, you may have a serious 
problem with the brake  system. Reduce your 
speed and have your motorcycle inspected by 
your dealer as soon as possible.
●Indicator comes on or starts flashing while 
riding.
●Indicator does not come on when the 
ignition switch is in the ON position....

100
Troubleshooting
If the “-” Indicator is Blinking in the Gear Position Window While Riding
(NC700XD only)
If the “-” indicator is blinking while riding, 
you may have a serious problem with the 
Dual Clutch Transmission system.
Park your motorcycle in a safe place and have 
your motorcycle inspected by dealer 
immediately.
There is possibility for you to ride yourself to 
go to dealer if yo u try to follow the 
procedure below.
1.Turn the ignition  switch to OFF.
2.Turn the ignition swit ch to ON and...

101
Troubleshooting
Other Warning Indication
Fuel Gauge Failure Indication
If the fuel system has an error, the fuel gauge 
indicators will be displayed as shown in the 
illustration.
If this occurs, see your dealer as soon as 
possible.
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102
Troubleshooting
Tyre Puncture
Repairing a puncture or removing a wheel 
requires special tools and technical expertise. 
We recommend you have this type of service 
performed by your dealer.
After an emergency repair, always have the 
tyre inspected/replac ed by your dealer.
Emergency Repair Using a Tyre 
Repair Kit
If your tyre has a minor puncture, you can 
make an emergency repair using a tubeless 
tyre repair kit.
Follow the instructions provided with the 
emergency tyre repair kit.
Riding your...

Tyre Puncture u Removing Wheels
103continued
Troubleshooting
(NC700XA/XD only)
When removing and installing the wheel, be 
careful not to damage the wheel speed 
sensor and pulser ring.
❙Front Wheel
Removal
1.Park on a firm, level surface.
2.Cover both sides of  the front wheel and 
brake caliper with protective tape or 
cloth.
3.On the right side, remove the mounting 
bolts and remove the brake caliper. u Support the brake caliper assembly so 
that it doesn’t hang from the brake 
hose. Do not twist the...

Tyre Puncture u Removing Wheels
104
Troubleshooting
4.Loosen the axle pinch bolt.
5.Support your motorcycle securely and 
raise the front wheel off the ground 
using a maintenance stand or a hoist.
6.On the left side, loosen and withdraw 
the front axle shaft, and remove the side 
collars and wheel. Installation
1.Attach the side collars to the wheel.
2.On the left side, place the wheel 
between the fork legs and insert the 
front axle shaft to the end, through the 
left fork leg and wheel hub.
3.Tighten...

Tyre Puncture u Removing Wheels
105continued
Troubleshooting
4.Install the brake caliper and tighten the 
mounting bolts.
u Take care to prevent the brake caliper 
from scratching the wheel during 
installation.
u Use new mounting bolts when 
installing the brake caliper.
5.Lower the front wheel on the ground.
6.Apply the brake lever and brake pedal 
several times. Then, pump the fork 
several times.
7.Tighten the axle pinch bolt.
8.Raise the front wheel off the ground 
again, and check that  the wheel...

Tyre Puncture u Removing Wheels
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Troubleshooting
❙Rear Wheel
Removal
1.Support your motorcycle securely and 
raise the rear wheel off the ground using 
a maintenance stand or a hoist.
2.(NC700XD only)
Release the parking brake.
3.(NC700XD only)
Remove the mounting bolts and remove 
the parking brake caliper.
4.Loosen the rear axle  nut, lock nuts and 
turn the adjusting nut s so the rear wheel 
can be moved all the way forward for 
maximum drive chain slack.
5.Remove the rear axle nut.
Mounting bolts...

Tyre Puncture u Removing Wheels
107continued
Troubleshooting
6.Remove the drive chain from the rear 
wheel sprocket by pushing the rear wheel 
forward.7.Remove the rear axle shaft, washers, 
brake caliper bracket, rear wheel and side 
collars.
uSupport the brake caliper assembly so 
that it doesn’t hang from the brake 
hose. Do not twist the brake hose.
u Avoid getting grease, oil, or dirt on the 
disc to pad surfaces.
u Do not push the brake pedal while the 
wheel is removed.
u (NC700XD only)
Do not...