honda nc700 x xa xd owners 2012 User Manual

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Storage Equipment (Continued)
Operation Guide
Helmet holder
The helmet holder is located under the rear 
seat.
A helmet set wire is in the tool kit.
uUse the helmet holder only when parked.
❙Opening the rear seat. (P43)
Helmet set wire
Helmet set wireHelmet D-ring
Helmet holder3WARNING
Riding with a helmet attached to the 
holder can interfere with the rear 
wheel or suspension and could cause a 
crash in which you can be seriously 
hurt or killed.
Use the helmet holder only while 
parked. Do not ride with a helmet 
secured by the holder.
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							Maintenance
Please read “Importance of Maintenance” and “Maintenance Fundamentals”
carefully before attempting any maintenanc e. Refer to “Specifications” for service
data.
Importance of Maintenance ..................... P. 50
Maintenance Schedule .............................. P. 51
Maintenance Fundamentals ..................... P. 54
Tool kit ....................................................... P. 65
Removing & Installing Body
Components ...............................................P. 66
Maintenance Lid ....................................... P. 66
Lower Cowl .............................................. P. 67
Clip........................................................... P. 69
Battery ...................................................... P. 70
Engine Oil ................................................... P. 71Coolant .......................................................
P. 77
Brakes ......................................................... P. 79
Side Stand................................................... P. 82
Drive Chain ................................................. P. 83
Clutch .......................................................... P. 87
Throttle ....................................................... P. 90
Crankcase Breather .................................... P. 91
Other Adjustments .................................... P. 92
Headlight Aim ........................................... P. 92
Brakelight Switch ...................................... P. 92
Windscreen Height .................................... P. 93
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Maintenance
Importance of Maintenance
Keeping your motorcycle well-maintained is 
absolutely essential to  your safety and to 
protect your investment, obtain maximum 
performance, avoid breakdowns, and reduce air 
pollution. Maintenance is the owner’s 
responsibility. Be sure to inspect your 
motorcycle before each ride, perform the 
periodic checks specified in the Maintenance 
Schedule. 
2P. 51
Always read the maintenance instructions 
before you begin each task, and make sure that 
you have the tools, parts, and skills required. 
We cannot warn you of every conceivable 
hazard that can arise in performing 
maintenance. Only you can decide whether or 
not you should perform a given task.
Follow these guidelines when performing 
maintenance.
●Stop the engine and remove the key.
●Park your motorcycle on a firm, level surface 
using the side stand or a maintenance stand 
to provide support.
●Allow the engine, muffler, brakes, and other 
high-temperature parts  to cool before 
servicing as you can get burned.
●Run the engine only when instructed, and do 
so in a well-ventilated area.
Importance of Maintenance
3WARNING
Improperly maintaining your 
motorcycle or failing to correct a 
problem before you ride can cause a 
crash in which you can be seriously 
hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection and 
maintenance recommendations and 
schedules in this owner’s manual.
Maintenance Safety
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Maintenance
Maintenance Schedule
The maintenance schedule specifies the 
maintenance requirements necessary to 
ensure safe, dependable performance, and 
proper emission control.
Maintenance work should be performed in 
accordance with Honda’s standards and 
specifications by properly trained and 
equipped technicians.  Your dealer meets all 
of these requirements. Keep an accurate 
record of maintenance to help ensure that 
your motorcycle is properly maintained.
Make sure that whomever performs the 
maintenance completes this record. All scheduled maintenance is considered a 
normal owner operating cost and will be 
charged for by your dealer. Retain all 
receipts. If you sell the motorcycle, these 
receipts should be transferred with the 
motorcycle to the new owner.
Honda recommends that your dealer should 
road test your motorcycle after each periodic 
maintenance is carried out.
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Maintenance
Maintenance Level : Intermediate. We recommend service by your dealer, unless 
you have the necessary tools and are mechanically skilled. 
Procedures are provided in an official Honda Shop Manual.
 : Technical. In the interest of safety, have your motorcycle  serviced by your dealer.Maintenance Legend : Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace if necessary)
 : Lubricate
 : Replace  : Clean
Items Pre-ride 
Check2P. 54
Frequency *1Annual Check Regular 
Replace Refer to 
page
× 1,000 km 1 12 24 36 48
× 1,000 mi 0.6 8 16 24 32
Fuel Line –
Fuel Level44
Throttle Operation 90
Air Cleaner *2–
Crankcase Breather *391
Spark Plug–
Valve Clearance –
Engine Oil71
Engine Oil Filter 73
Clutch Oil FilterNC700XD75
Engine Idle Speed –
Radiator Coolant *43 Years77
Cooling System –
IIIII
I
IIIIII
RR
IR
IIII
IRRRRRR
RRRRRR
RRR
IIIIII
IIIIII
IIIII
I
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Maintenance
Notes:*1 : At higher odometer readings, repeat at the frequency interval 
established here.
*2 : Service more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas. *3 : Service more frequently when ri
ding in rain or at full throttle.
*4 : Replacement requires mechanical skill.
Items Pre-ride 
Check2P. 54
Frequency *1Annual Check Regular 
Replace Refer to 
page
× 1,000 km 1 12 24 36 48
× 1,000 mi 0.6 8 16 24 32
Drive Chain Every 1,000 km (600 mi):    83
Drive Chain Slider86
Brake Fluid *42 Years 79
Brake Pads Wear80
Brake System 54
Brakelight Switch92
Brake Lock Operation NC700XD 81
Headlight Aim92
Lights/Horn –
Engine Stop Switch–
Clutch System NC700X/XA 87
Side Stand82
Suspension –
Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners–
Wheels/Tyres 61
Steering Head Bearings–
II
IIII
IIIIII
IIIIII
IIIIII
IIIII
IIIII
IIIII
I
I
IIIIIII
IIIIII
IIIII
IIIIII
IIIIII
IIIIII
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Maintenance
Maintenance Fundamentals
To ensure safety, it is your responsibility to 
perform a pre-ride inspection and make sure 
that any problem you find is corrected. A pre-
ride inspection is a must, not only for safety, 
but because having a breakdown, or even a 
flat tyre, can be a major inconvenience.
Check the following items before you ride 
motorcycle:
●Fuel level − Fill fuel tank when necessary. 
2P. 44
●Throttle − Check for smooth opening and 
full closing in all steering positions. 
2P. 90
●Engine oil level − Add engine oil if 
necessary. Check for leaks. 
2P. 71
●Coolant level − Add coolant if required. 
Check for leaks. 
2P. 77
●Drive chain − Check condition and slack, 
adjust and lubricate if necessary. 
2P. 83
●Brakes − Check operation;
Front and Rear: check brake fluid level and 
pads wear. 
2P. 79, 80
●Lights and horn − Check that lights, 
indicators and horn function properly.
●Engine stop switch − Check for proper 
function.
●Side stand ignition cut-off system − Check 
for proper function. 
2P. 82
●Wheels and tyres − Check condition, air 
pressure and adjust if necessary. 
2P. 61
(NC700X/XA only)
●Clutch − Check operation;
Adjust freeplay if necessary. 
2P. 87
Pre-ride Inspection
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Maintenance
Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their 
equivalents to ensure reliability and safety.
When ordering coloured components, specify 
the model name, colour, and code mentioned 
on the colour label. The colour label is attached 
to the frame under the rear seat. 
2P. 43
Replacing Parts
3WARNING
Installing non-Honda parts may make 
your motorcycle unsafe and cause a 
crash in which you can be seriously 
hurt or killed.
Always use Honda Genuine Parts or 
equivalents that have been designed 
and approved for your motorcycle.
Colour label
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Maintenance
Your motorcycle has a maintenance-free type 
battery. You do not have to check the battery 
electrolyte level or add distilled water. Clean the 
battery terminals if they become dirty or 
corroded.
Do not remove the battery cap seals. There is no 
need to remove the cap when charging.This symbol on the battery means that 
this product must not be treated as 
household waste.
❙Cleaning the Battery Terminals
1.Remove the battery. 2P. 70
2.If the terminals are starting to corrode and 
are coated with a white substance, wash with 
warm water and wipe clean.
Battery
NOTICE
Your battery is a maintenance-free type and can be 
permanently damaged if the cap strip is removed.
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of ba ttery can be harmful to the 
environment and human health.
Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.
3WARNING
The battery gives off explosive 
hydrogen gas during normal 
operation.
 A spark or flame can cause the battery 
to explode with enough force to kill or 
seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a face 
shield, or have a  skilled mechanic do 
the battery servicing.
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Maintenance
3.If the terminals are heavily corroded, clean 
and polish the terminals with a wire brush or 
sandpaper. Wear safety glasses.
4.After cleaning, reinstall the battery.
The battery has a limited life span. Consult your 
dealer about when you should replace the 
battery. Always replace the battery with 
another maintenance-free battery of the same 
type. Fuses protect the electrical circuits on your 
motorcycle. If something electrical on your 
motorcycle stops working, check for and 
replace any blown fuses. 
2P. 115
❙Inspecting and Replacing Fuses
Turn off the ignition 
switch to remove and 
inspect fuses. If a fuse  is blown, replace with a 
fuse of the same rating . For fuse ratings, see 
“Specifications.” 
2P. 132
NOTICE
Installing non-Honda electrical accessories can overload 
the electrical system, discharging the battery and possibly 
damaging the system.
Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with one that  has a higher rating greatly 
increases the chance of damage to the electrical system.
Blown fuse
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