Honda VFR1200X (2012) manual

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Welcome Congratulations on your purc hase 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 qual ity into every product. To ensure your safety and riding pleasure: ● Read this owner’s manual carefully. ● Follow all recommendations a[...]

A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. Operating this motorcycle safely is an important responsibili ty. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and o ther information on safety labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potentia l hazards tha[...]

Contents Motorcycle Safety P. 2 Operation Guide P. 18 Maintenance P. 48 Troubleshooting P. 90 Information P. 111 Specifications P. 12 5 Index P. 128 12 VFR1200X-32MG H600.book 4 ページ ２０１２年７月５日 　木曜日　午後１ ０時５７分[...]

Motorcycle Safety This sectio n contains impo rtant inform atio n for safe riding of your motorcycle. Please read this section to ensu re rider and passenger safety. Safety Guidelines ......................................... P. 3 Image Labels ................................................. P. 6 Safety Precautions ................................[...]

Safety Guidelines 3 continued Motorcycle Saf ety Safety Guidelines Follow these guid elines to ensure your safety: ● Perform all routine a nd regular inspections specifie d 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 partl y enclosed areas. Carbon monoxi[...]

Safety Guidelines 4 Motorcycle Saf ety Make yourself more visible, especially at night, by wearing bright reflective clo thing, positioning yourself so other drivers can see you, signaling before turning o r changing lanes, and using your horn when necessary. Never ride beyond y our personal abilities or faster than conditions warrant. Fatigue and [...]

Safety Guidelines 5 Motorcycle Saf ety check the tightness of critical nu ts and bolts, and check the h andlebar, control le vers, brakes, and wheels. Ride slowly and c autiously. Your motorcycle may have suffe red damage that is not immediately app arent. Have your motorcycle thoroughl y checked at a qualified service facility as soon as possible.[...]

Image Labels 6 Motorcycle Saf ety Image Labels The following pages descri be the label meanings. Some labels warn you of potential hazards that co uld 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[...]

Image Labels 7 continued Motorcycle Saf ety BATTERY LABEL DANGER • Keep flame and spark away from the battery. Battery produce explosive gas that can cause explosion. • Wear the eye protectio n and rubber glove s when handling the battery, o r you can get burned or lose your eyesight b y the battery electroly te. • Do not allow chi ldren and [...]

Image Labels 8 Motorcycle Saf ety RADIATOR CAP LABEL DANGER NEVER OPEN WHEN HOT. Hot coolant will scald you. Relief pressure valve begins to open at 1.1 kgf/cm 2 . ACCESSORIES AND LOADING WARNI NG LABEL WARNING ACCESSORIES AND LOADING • The safety stability and handling of this mo torcycle may be affected by the addition of accessories and luggag[...]

Image Labels 9 continued Motorcycle Saf ety REAR CUSHION LABEL GAS FILLED Do not open. Do not heat. TYRE INFORMATION LABE L Cold tyre pressure: [Driver only] Front 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm 2 , 36 psi) Rear 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm 2 , 42 psi) [Driver and passenger] Front 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm 2 , 36 psi) Rear 290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm 2 , 42 psi) Tyre size: Fron[...]

Image Labels 10 Motorcycle Saf ety SAFETY REMINDER LABEL For your protection, always w ear helmet, protective apparel. FUEL LABEL Unleaded petrol only Premium Recommended CARGO LIMIT LA BEL Do not exceed 10 kg (22 lb) 12 VFR1200X-32MG H600.book 10 ページ ２０１２年７月５ 日　木曜日　午後 １０時５７分[...]

Safety Precautions 11 Motorcycle Saf ety Safety Precautions ● Ride cautiously and keep your hands on the handlebar and feet on the footpegs. ● Keep passenger’s hands onto the grab rail, passenger’s feet on the footpegs while riding. ● Always consider the safety of your passenger, as well as other drivers and riders. Make sure that you and[...]

Riding Precautions 12 Motorcycle Saf ety Riding Precautions During the first 5 00 km (300 miles) of running, follow these guidelines to ensure your motorcycle’s future reli ability and performance. ● Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. ● Avoid hard braking and rapid down-shifts. ● Ride conservatively. Observe the following gu[...]

Riding Precautions 13 continued Motorcycle Saf ety ❙ Combined ABS Your motorcycle is e quipped with a brake system that distribu tes the braking force between the front and rear brakes. The distribution of th e braking force appli ed to the front and rear brakes is different when operating the lever only and when operating the pedal only. For ful[...]

Riding Precautions 14 Motorcycle Saf ety ● Park on a firm, level paved surface. ● If you must park on a slight incline or loose surface, park so that the motorcycle cannot move or fall over. ● Make sure that high-temperature parts cannot come into contact with flammable materials. ● Do not touch the engine, muffler, brakes and other high-te[...]

Riding Precautions 15 Motorcycle Saf ety Follow these guid elines to protect the en gine and catalytic converter: ● Use only unleaded petrol. ● Use recommended octane number. Using lower octane petrol will re sult in decreased engine performance. ● Do not use fuels containing a high concentration of alcohol. 2 P. 116 ● Do not use stal e or [...]

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Loading 17 Motorcycle Saf ety Loading ● Carrying extra weight affects your motorcycle’s handling, braking and stability. Always ride at a safe speed for the load you are carrying. ● Avoid carrying an excessive load and keep within specified load li mits. 2 Maximum weight capacity / Maximum luggage weight P. 125 ● Tie all luggage securely, e[...]

18 Operatio n Guide Operation Guide Parts Location Rear brake fluid reservoir (P76) Right engine h eat guard (P65) Front brake fluid reservoir (P76 ) Throttle g rip (P82) Engine oil fill cap (P68) Engine oil drain bolt (P69 ) Engine oil fi lter (P69 ) Coolant reserve tank (P74) Battery (P67 ) Main fuse B (P110 ) Front brake lever (P84) Clutch oil f[...]

19 Operatio n Guide Shift lever (VFR1200X ) (P40) Side stand (P80) Clutch lever (VFR1200X) (P84 ) Seat (P63) Fuse box (P109 ) Final gear cover (P64 ) Clutch fluid reservoir (VFR1200X) (P79 ) Parking brake lever ( VFR1200XD) (P78) Front suspen sion spring preload /re bound dampin g adjuster (P85) Rear suspens ion rebound damping ad juster (P86) Fina[...]

20 Operatio n Guide Instruments button & button (E type only) Press and hol d both butto ns to change the sp eed, mileage and fue l mileage units (“km/h” & “km” & “km/L” or “mph” & “mile” & “mile/L ”) for the speedometer, odometer, and tripmeter. Press button to select either ”km/h” & “k m” &a[...]

21 continued Operatio n Guide Fuel gauge Remaining fuel when only 1st (E) segment starts flashing: approximately 4.0 litres (1.06 US gal , 0.88 Imp gal) Speedometer Display Ch eck When the ignition switch is tu rned on, all the mode and digital se gments will show. If any part of these displays does not come on when it should, have your dealer chec[...]

22 Instruments (Continued) Operatio n Guide button FCD button TOTAL/TRIP Clock (12-hour display) To set the clock (P24) Air tempe rature ga uge (AIR) Display range: -10 to 50 ºC • Below -11 ºC: “ ” displays • Above 50 ºC: - Air temperature gauge (flashing digits) u The temperature readout may be incorre ct at low speeds due to reflected [...]

23 continued Operatio n Guide Odometer [TOTAL] & Tripmeter [TRIP A/B] button switches between odometer & tripmeters. • Odometer: Total distance ridden. • Tripmeter: Distance ridden since tripmeter was reset (press and hold button to reset to 0.0 km/mile. At the same time reset the average fuel mileage). TOTAL/TRIP TOTAL/TRIP Coolant tem[...]

24 Instruments (Continued) Operatio n Guide To set th e clock: ! a Turn the ignition switch ON while pressi ng and holding the button. The hour digits start flashing. ! b Press button until the desired hour i s displayed. u Press and hold to advance the hour fast. ! c Press button. The mi nute digits start flashing. ! d Press button until the desir[...]

25 Operatio n Guide Backlight brigh tness adjustment: You can adjust the brightness five l evels. ! a Press and hold b utton when the display in the odometer. The brightness digits start flashing. ! b Press button until the desired brightness is displayed. ! c Press button. The brightness is set. u The brightness can also be set by turni ng the ign[...]

26 Instruments (Continued) Operatio n Guide Fuel mil eage met er The current fuel mileage, average fuel mile age and no indication can be selected to press the button. FCD Current fuel mileage Average fu el mileage No indication 12 VFR1200X-32MG H600.book 26 ページ ２０１２年７月５ 日　木曜日　午後 １０時５７分[...]

27 continued Operatio n Guide When the 1st (E) seg ment of the fuel g auge is f lashed Available driving distance is displ ayed. Then the amount of remaining fuel, current fuel mileage, average fuel mileage, no indication an d available driving distance can be selected to press the button. FCD Available driving distance Amount of remaining fuel No [...]

28 Operatio n Guide ❙ Indication mode chang e of curr ent fuel mileage and average fuel mileage Press and hold button to switch between “km/L” or “L/100 km”. Except E t ype FCD ❙ Current fuel mileage Current fuel mileage shows the current, or instant fuel mileage you are getting. When your motorcycle speed is 5 km/h (3 mph) or belo w, ?[...]

29 Operatio n Guide ❙ Available driving distance When the 1st (E) segment of the fuel ga uge is flashed (less than 4. 0 litres), the estimated available driving distan ce is indicated. When the amount of remaining fuel becomes less than 1.0 litre, “ ” will be indicated. The indicated available driving distance is by calculation depending on t[...]

30 Instruments (Continued) Operatio n Guide Coolant temperatur e gauge ( ) (P23) button FCD button TOTAL/TRIP Clock (12-hour display) Air temperature gauge (AIR) (P22) Odometer [TOTAL] & Tripmeter [TRIP A/B] (P23) To set th e clock (P24 ) (VFR1200XD) Speedometer Fuel gauge (P21) Fuel mileage meter (P26) When the 1st (E) segment of the fuel gaug[...]

31 continued Operatio n Guide D indicator Comes on when the D mode is selected in the AT MODE. (P 44) S indicator Comes on when the S mode is selected in the AT MODE. (P44) Gear position indicato r The gear position is shown in the gear position indicator when the D, S mode or MT MODE are selected. u “-” appears for a few seconds and then goes [...]

32 Operatio n Guide Indicators Low oil pressure indicator Comes on when the ig nition switch is turned on. Goes off when the engine starts. If it comes on whi le engine is running: (P93) PGM-FI (Programme d Fuel Injection) malfunction indicato r lamp (MIL) High coolant temperature indicator If it comes on while ri ding: (P92) Comes on briefly when [...]

33 Operatio n Guide HISS indicator (P113 ) • Comes on briefly when the ignition switch is turned on. Goes off if the ignition key has the correct coding. • Flashes every 2 seconds for 24 ho urs when the ignition switch is turned off. High beam indicator Left turn signal indicator Right turn si gnal indicator Neutral indicator Comes on when the [...]

34 Operatio n Guide Switches (VFR1200X) Engine stop switch Should normally re main in the RUN position. u In an emergency, switch to the OFF position to stop the engine. Hazard switch Switchable when the ignition switch is on. Can be turned to off regardless of the ignition switch position. u The signals continue flashing with the ignition switch i[...]

35 Operatio n Guide Steering Lock Lock the steering when pa rking to help prevent theft. A U-shaped wheel lock or similar device is also recommended. ❙ Locking ! a Turn the handlebar al l the way to the left. ! b Push the key down, and turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. u Jiggle the handlebar if the lock is difficult to engage. ! c Re[...]

36 Switches (Continued) Operatio n Guide (VFR1200XD) Parking brake lever and Relea se button Be sure the parking brake is applied while parking and warming up the engine. u Make sure the parking brake le ver is released before riding. To apply the parking brake lock Pull the parking brake lever back to lock the rear wheel. u Be sure the release but[...]

37 Operatio n Guide Ignition Switch Switches the electrical system on/off, locks the steering. u Key can be removed when in the OFF or LOCK position. Steering Lock (P35) AT/MT Switch To shift between the AT MODE and MT MODE. (P44) Start button Headlight turns off when operating the starter motor. Horn button N-D Switc h To shift between Neutral and[...]

38 Operatio n Guide Starting the Engine (VFR1200X) Start your engine using th e following procedure, regardless of whether the engine is cold or warm. ! a Make sure the engine stop switch is in the RUN position. ! b Turn the ignition swit ch to the ON positio n. ! c Shift the transmission to Neutral ( indicator comes on). Alte rnative ly, pull in t[...]

39 Operatio n Guide (VFR1200XD) Start your engine using the following procedure, regardless of whether the engine is cold or warm. NOTICE • If the engine does not start within 5 seconds, turn the ignition off and wait 10 seconds before trying to start the engine again for reco very of battery voltage. • Extended fast idling and revving the en g[...]

40 Operatio n Guide Shifting Gears (VFR1200X) Your motorcycle transmission has six forward gears in a one-down, five-up shift pattern. If you put the motorcycle in gear with the side stand down, the engine will shut off. 1 6 5 4 3 2 N 12 VFR1200X-32MG H600.book 40 ページ ２０１２年７月５ 日　木曜日　午後 １０時５７分[...]

41 Operatio n Guide continued (VFR1200XD) VFR1200XD is equipped with an automatically controlled 6-speed transmission. It can be shifted automatically (by AT MODE) or manually (by MT MODE). 12 VFR1200X-32MG H600.book 41 ページ ２０１２年７月５ 日　木曜日　午後 １０時５７分[...]

42 Shifting Gears (Continued) Operatio n Guide (VFR1200XD) Dual Clutch Transmission In order to respond to rider demands in a broad range of situations, the trans mission is equipped with three operating modes, AT MODE (including D mode for regul ar operation and S mode for sporty riding); and MT MODE (MT mode for a 6-speed manual operation), which[...]

43 Operatio n Guide Neutral (N): Neutral is selected automatically when yo u turn the ignition switch to ON. If neutral is not selected when you turn the ignition switch to ON: u Turn the ignition off and on again. u If neu tral is still not se lected af ter turning the engine off then on again. (P97) You may hear (click) noises when the transmissi[...]

44 Operatio n Guide S mode (AT): Select this mode while riding in AT MODE when you need more power, such as when overtaki ng, climbing hills, pulling away. MT MODE: MT MODE (6-speed manual operation) You can choo se between 6 gears in this mode. Changing between Neutral and AT/MT Changing from Neutral (N) to AT MODE Press the D/S side of the N-D sw[...]

45 Operatio n Guide Riding in MT MO DE Shift up and down with the + and - switch. The selected gear is shown on the gear position indicator. u If the MT MODE is selected, the transmission does not shift up auto matically. Do not allow the engine revs to go into the red zone. u The transmission automa tically shifts down when you slow down, even in [...]

46 Operatio n Guide Refuelling Do not fill with fuel above the plate . Fuel type: Unleaded petrol only Fuel octane number: Your motorcycle is designed to use Research Octane Number (RON) 95 or higher. Tank cap acity: 21.5 litres (5.68 US gal, 4.73 Imp gal) ❙ Refuelling and Fuel Guid eline (P15) Opening the Fuel Fill Cap Open the lock cover , inse[...]

47 Operatio n Guide Storage Equipment A helmet holder, a helmet set wir e (in the tool ki t) and a tool kit are l ocated under the seat . There is also space to store a U-shaped lock (Except BR type). The document bag is located on the underside of the seat. u The U-sh aped lock is held in pl ace on the rear fender by a rubber strap. u Use the helm[...]

Maintenance Please read “Importance of Maintenanc e” and “Maintenance Fundamentals” carefully before attempting any maintenanc e. Refer to “Specifica tions” for service data. Importance of Maintenance ...................... P. 49 Maintenance Schedule ............................... P. 50 Maintenance Fundamen tals ...................... [...]

49 Maintenance Importance of Maintenance Keeping your motorcycl e well-maintained is absolutely essential to your safety and to protect yo ur investme nt, obtain m aximum performance, avoid breakdowns, and reduce air pollution. Maintenance is the owner’ s responsibili ty. Be su re to inspect your motorcycle before each ride, perform the periodic [...]

50 Maintenance Maintenance Schedule The maintenance schedule specifies the maintenance requirements necessary to ensure safe, dependable performan ce, and proper emission control. Maintenance work should be performed in accordance with Honda’s standards and specifications by pr operly trained and equipped technicians. Your dealer meets all of the[...]

Maintenance Schedule 51 continued Maintenance Maintenance Level : Intermediate. We recommend service by your dealer, unless you have the necessary tools and are mechanically sk illed. Procedures are provided in an officia l Honda Shop Manual. : Technical. In the interest of safety, have your motorcycle serviced by your dealer. Maintenance Legend : [...]

Maintenance Sche dule 52 Maintenance Notes: *1 : At higher odometer readings, repeat at the frequency interval established here. *2 : Service more frequently when ri ding in unusually wet or dusty areas. *3 : Replacement requires mechanical skill. Items Pre-ride Check 2 P. 53 Frequency *1 Annual Check Regular Replace Refe r to page × 1,000 km 1 12[...]

53 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[...]

Maintenance Fu ndamentals 54 Maintenance Always use Honda Genuin e Parts or their equivalents to ensure rel iability and safety. When orde ring colour ed compone nts, specify the model name, colour, and code mention ed on the colour label. The colour label is attached to the rear fender under the seat. 2 P. 63 Replacing Parts Except BR, II BR type [...]

Maintenance Fundamen tals 55 continued Maintenance Your motorcycle has a maintenance-free type battery. Y ou do not have to check the battery electrolyte level or add distilled water. Clean the battery terminals if th ey become dirty or corroded. Do not remove the battery cap seals. There is n o need to remove the cap when charging. This symbol on [...]

Maintenance Fu ndamentals 56 Maintenance 3. If the terminals are heavily corroded, clean and polish the terminals with a wi re brush or sandpaper. Wear safe ty glasses. 4. After cleaning, reinstall the battery. The battery has a limite d life sp an. Cons ult your dealer about when you should replace the battery. Always replace the battery with anot[...]

Maintenance Fundamen tals 57 Maintenance If a fuse fails rep eatedly, you likely have an electrical fault. Have yo ur motorcycle inspected by your dea ler. Engine oil c onsumption and oil quality deteriorates according to ridin g conditions and time elapsed. Check the engine oil level regularly, and add the recommended engine oil if necessary. Dirt[...]

Maintenance Fu ndamentals 58 Maintenance Do not add or replace brake fluid, except in an emergency. Use only fresh brake fluid from a sealed container. I f you do add flui d, have the brake system serviced by your dealer as soon as possible. Pro Honda HP is a pre-mi xed solution of antifreeze and distil led water. A concentration of antifreeze belo[...]

Maintenance Fundamen tals 59 continued Maintenance ❙ Checking the Air Pressure Visually inspect your tyres and use an air pressure gauge to measure the air pressure at least once a month or any time you think the tyres look low. Always check air pressure when your tyres are cold. ❙ Inspecting for D amage Inspect the tyres for cuts, slits, or cr[...]

Maintenance Fu ndamentals 60 Maintenance German law prohibits u se of tyres whose tread depth is less th an 1.6 mm. Have your tyres replaced by your dealer. For recommended tyre s, air pressure and minimum tread depth, see “Specifications.” 2 P. 126 Follow these guidelines whenever you replace tyres. ● Use the recommended tyre s or equiva len[...]

Maintenance Fundamen tals 61 Maintenance This motorcycle is eq uipped with a viscous type air cleaner element. Air blow cleaning or any other cleanin g can degrade the viscous element performa nce and cause the intake of dust. Do not perform the maintenance. Should be servic ed by your dealer . 3 WARNING Installing improp er tyres on your motorcycl[...]

62 Maintenance Tool kit The tool kit is stored under t he seat. 2 P. 47 You can perform some roadside repairs, minor adjustments and parts replacement with the tools contained in t he kit. ● Spark plug wrench ● 8 × 12 mm Open end wrench ● 10 × 14 mm Open end wrench ● 12 × 17 mm Open end wrench ● 14 × 17 mm Open end wrench ● Standard[...]

63 Maintenance Removing & Installing Body Components Seat ❙ Removal 1. Insert the ignition key into the seat lock, and turn and hold the key clockwise to unlock the seat. 2. Pull the rear of the seat back and up. ❙ Installation 1. Insert the front and rear prongs into the front and rear stays on the frame. 2. Push forward and down on the re[...]

Removing & Installing Body Components u Clip 64 Maintenance Clip The clips must be removed to remove the right rear cowl. ❙ Removal 1. Press down on the centre pin to release the lock. 2. Pull the clip out of the hole. ❙ Installation 1. Push the bottom of the centre pin. 2. Insert the clip into the hole. 3. Press down on the centre pin to l[...]

Removing & Installing Body Components u R ight Engine Heat Guard & Righ t Under Cowl 65 continued Maintenance ❙ Installation Install the parts in the reverse order of removal. Right Engine Heat Guard & Right Under Cowl The right engine heat guard must be opened to service the coolant reserve tank or to check the engine number. (VFR120[...]

Removing & Installing Body Components u Right Engine Heat Guard & Right Under Cowl 66 Maintenance 4. Remove the bolts. 5. Remove the prong from the grommet. 6. Remove the right under cowl. (VFR1200X) (VFR1200XD) ❙ Installation Install the parts in the reverse order of removal. Bolt Bolts Prong Grommet Right under cowl Bolts Prong Grommet [...]

Removing & Installing Body C omponents u Battery 67 Maintenance Batte ry ❙ Removal 1. Remove the se at. 2 P. 63 2. Unhook the rubber strap. 3. Disconnect the negative - terminal from the battery. 4. Disconnect the positive + terminal from the battery. 5. Remove the battery taking care not to drop the terminal nuts. ❙ Installation Install th[...]

68 Maintenance Engine Oil Checking the Engine Oil 1. If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 to 5 minutes. 2. Turn the ignition sw itch off, stop the engine and wait 2 to 3 minutes. 3. Place your motorcycle in an upright position on a firm, level surface. 4. Check that the oil level is between the upper and lower level marks in the oil inspect[...]

Engine Oil u Chang ing Engine Oil & Filter 69 continued Maintenance For the recommended oil and oil selection guidelines, see “Maintenance Fundamentals.” 2 P. 57 Changing Engine Oil & Filter Changing the oil and filter requires special tools. We recommend that you have your motorcycle serviced by your dealer. Use a new Honda Genuine oil[...]

Engine Oil u Chang ing Engine Oil & Filter 70 Maintenance 6. Remove the right engine heat guard and right under cowl. 2 P. 65 7. Remove the oil filter with a filter wrench and let the remaining oil drain out. Make sure the prior seal is not stuck to the engine. u Discard the oil and oil filter at an approved recycling centre. 8. Apply a thin co[...]

Engine Oil u Chang ing Engine Oil & Filter 71 Maintenance 11 . Fill the crankcase with the r ecommended oil ( 2 P. 57) and install the oil fill cap. 12 . Check the oil level. 2 P. 68 13 . Check that there are no oil lea ks. 14 . Install the right engine heat guard and right under cowl. Required oil VFR1200X When changing oil & engine oil fi[...]

Engine Oil u Chang ing Clutch Oil Filter (VFR1200XD only) 72 Maintenance Changing Clutch Oil Filter (VFR1200XD only) Use a new Honda Genuine clutch oil filter or equivalent specified fo r your model. 1. Follow the steps 1-7 of Changing Engine Oil & Filter. 2 P. 69 2. Remove the clutch oil filter cover, clutch oil filter and spring by removing t[...]

Engine Oil u Changing Clutch Oil Filter (VFR120 0XD only) 73 Maintenance 3. Install the new clutch oil filter w ith the rubber seal facing in, toward the engine. You will see “IN-SI DE” mark on the clutch oil filter body, near the seal. 4. Replace the O-ring and apply a thin coat of engine oil to the new O-ring when before installing it. 5. Ins[...]

74 Maintenance Coolant Checking the Coolant 1. Place your motorcycle on a firm, level surface. 2. Hold your motorcycle in an upright position. 3. Check that the coolant level is between the UPPER and LOWER level marks in the reserve tank. If the coolant l evel is droppin g noticeably or the reserve tank is empty, you likely have a serious leak. Hav[...]

Coolant u Changin g Coolant 75 Maintenance 3. Remove the reserve tank cap and add fluid while monitoring the coolant level. u Do not overfill above the UPPER level mark. u Make sure no forei gn objects ent er the reserve tank opening. 4. Securely reinstall the cap. 5. Reinstall the right engin e heat guard. Changing Coolant Have your dealer change [...]

76 Maintenance Brakes/Clutch Checking Brake Fluid 1. Place your motorcycle in an upright position on a firm, level surface. 2. Check that the bra ke fluid reservoir is horizontal and that the fluid level is above the LOWER level mark. 3. Check that the brake fluid reservoir is horizontal and that the fluid level is between the LOWER le vel and UPPE[...]

Brakes/Clutch u Inspecting the Brake Pad s 77 Maintenance Inspecting the Brake Pads Check the condition of the brake pad wear indicator wear indicato rs. The pads need to be replaced if a brake pad is worn to the wear indicator. 1. Inspect the brake pads from below the brake caliper. u Always inspect both left and right calipers. 2. Inspect the bra[...]

Brakes/Clutch u Inspecting the Parking Brake (VFR1200XD only) 78 Maintenance Inspecting the Parking Bra ke (VFR1200XD only) Place your motorcycle on a firm, level surface. Stop the engine and push your motorcycle while applying the parking brake lever to check the efficacy of the parking brake. If the efficacy of the parking brake become weak, have[...]

Brakes/Clutch u Checking Clutch Fluid (VFR1200X only) 79 Maintenance Checking Clutch Fluid (VFR1200X only) 1. Place your motorcycle in an upright position on a firm, level surface. 2. Check that the clutch fluid reserv oir cap is horizontal and that the fluid level i s above the lower level mark. If the fluid level is low or if you find fluid leaks[...]

80 Maintenance Side Stand 1. Check that the side stand operat es smoothly. If the side stand is stiff or squeaky, clean the pivot area and lubricate the pivot bolt with clean grease. 2. Check the spring for damage or loss of tension. 3. (VFR1200X) Sit on the motorcycle, put the transmission in Neutral, and raise the side stand. (VFR1200XD) Sit on t[...]

81 Maintenance Final Drive Oil Changing Final Drive Oil 1. Place your motorcycle on the side stand on a level surface . 2. Open the final gear cover. 2 P. 64 3. Place a drain pan under the drain bolt. 4. Remove the oil fill hole cap, drain bolt, and sealing washer to drain the oil. 5. Install a new sealing washer onto the drain bolt. Tighten the dr[...]

82 Maintenance Throttle Checking the Throttle With the engine off, ch eck that the thr ottle rotates smoothly from fully closed to fully open in all steering positions and throttle freeplay is correct. If the throttle does not move smoothly, close automatically, or if the cable is damaged, have the motorcycle inspected by your dealer. Freeplay at t[...]

Throttle u Adjusting the Throttle Freeplay 83 Maintenance Adjusting th e Throttle Freeplay 1. Slide the cable boot. 2. Loosen the lock nut. 3. Turn the adjuster until the freepla y is 2 to 4 mm (0.08 to 0.1 6 in). 4. Tighten the lock nut, return the cable boot, and inspect the throttle action again. (VFR1200X) (VFR1200XD) Throttle grip Adjuster Loc[...]

84 Maintenance Other Adjustments Adjusting the Clutch and Brake Levers You can adjust the distances between the tip of the clutch lever and ha ndle grip, and between the tip of the brake lever and handle grip. ❙ Adjustment method Turn the adjuster until the numbers align with the index mark wh ile pushing the lever forward in the desired position[...]

Other Adjustments u Adjusting the Front Suspension 85 continued Maintenance Adjusting the Fron t Suspension ❙ Spring Preload You can adjust the spring preload by the adjuster to suit the load or the road surf ace. Turn clockwise to increase spring prel oad (hard), or t urn counterclockwise to decrease spring preload ( soft). The st andard positi [...]

Other Adjustments u Adjusting the Rear Suspension 86 Maintenance Adjusting the Rear Suspension ❙ Spring Preload You can adjust the spring preload by the adjuster knob to suit the load or t he road surface. Turn clockwis e to increase spring preload (hard), or turn counterclockwise to decrease spring preload (sof t). The standard position is 7 cli[...]

Other Adjustments u Adjusting the Rear Suspension 87 Maintenance ❙ Rebound Damping You can adjust the rebound damp ing by the adjuster to suit the lo ad or the road surface. Turn clockwise to increase rebound damping (hard), or tu rn counterclo ckwise to d ecrease rebound damping (soft). The standard position is 1 3/8 tu rns (VFR1200X) /7/8 turns[...]

Other Adjustments u Adjusting th e Headlight Aim 88 Maintenance Adjusting the He adlight Aim You can adjust vertical aim of the headlight for proper alignment. Turn the knob in or out as necessary. Obey local laws and regulations. Adjusting the B rakelight Switch Check the operation of the brakelight switch. Turn the adjusting nut in the direction [...]

Other Adjustments u Adjusting the Windscreen Height 89 Maintenance Adjusting th e Windscr een Heig ht You can adjust the windscreen height 2 positions. 1. Remove the windscreen by removing the screws and the washers. 2. Remove the nuts. 3. Set the all nuts to the low position holes or high position holes. 4. Install the windscreen. 5. Install and t[...]

Troubleshooting Engine Will Not Start (HISS indicator stays on) ... .............. .......... ........... ............. ...... P. 91 Overheating (High coolant temperature indicator is on) .......................................... P. 92 Warning Indicators On or Fla shing ........... P. 93 Low Oil Pressure Indicator....................... ... P. 93 [...]

91 Troubleshooting Engine Will Not Start (H ISS indicator stays on) ❙ Starter Motor Operates But Engine Does Not Start Check the following items: ● Check the correct engine starting sequence 2 P. 38 ● Check that there is petrol in the fuel tank ● Check if the PGM-FI malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is on u If the indicator li ght is on, con[...]

92 Troubleshooting Overheating (High coolant temp erature indicator is on) The engine is overheating when the following occurs: ● High coolant temperature indi cator comes on ● Acceleration becomes sluggish ● If this occurs, pull safely to the side of the road and perform the following procedure. Extended fast idling may cause the high coolan[...]

93 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. 2 P. 68 2. Start the engine. u Only continue riding if the low oil pressure indicator goes off. Rapid accelerati[...]

Warning In dicators On or F lashing u ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator 94 Troubleshooting ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys tem) Indicator If the indicator operates in one of the following way s, you may have a serious problem with the brake system. Reduce your speed and hav e your motorcycle inspected by your dealer as soon as possible. ● Indicator[...]

Warning Indi cators On or Fl ashing u TCS (Traction Control System) Indicator 95 Troubleshooting TCS (Traction Control System) Indicator If the indicator operates in one of the following ways, you may have a serious problem with the TCS (Traction Control System). Reduce your speed and have your motorcycle insp ected by your dealer as soon as possib[...]

96 Troubleshooting Other Warning Indications Fuel Gauge Failure Indication If the fuel system has an error, all segments will blink as shown in the illustration. If this occurs, see your dealer as soon as possible. 12 VFR1200X-32MG H600.book 96 ページ ２０１２年７月５ 日　木曜日　午後 １０時５７分[...]

97 Troubleshooting If the “-” Indicator is Blinking in the Gear Position Window While Riding (VFR1200XD only) If the “-” indicator is blinking while ridi ng, 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 possibi[...]

98 Troubleshooting Tyre Puncture Repairing a puncture or removing a wheel requires special tools and techni cal expertise. We recommend you have this type of service performed by your dealer. After an emergency repair, always have the tyre inspe cted/repl ac ed by your dealer. Emergency Repair Using a Tyre Repair Kit If your tyre has a minor punctu[...]

Tyre Puncture u Removing Wh eels 99 continued Troubleshooting When removing and installing the wheel, be careful not to damage the wheel speed sensor and pul ser 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 left side, remove the moun[...]

Tyre Puncture u Removing Whe els 100 Troubleshooting 5. Remove the front axle bolt. 6. Loosen the right axle p inch bolts. 7. Support your motorcycle securely and raise the front wheel off the ground using a maintenanc e stand or a hoist. 8. Loosen the left axle pinch bolts. 9. On the left side, withdraw the front axle shaft, and remove the side co[...]

Tyre Puncture u Removing Wh eels 101 continued Troubleshooting Installation 1. Attach the side collars to the wheel. 2. On the left side, place the wheel between the fork legs and insert the lightly greased front axle shaft to the end, through the left fork leg and wheel hub. 3. Align the end of the front axle shaft with the surface of the fork leg[...]

Tyre Puncture u Removing Whe els 102 Troubleshooting 9. Install the left 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. 10 . Lower the front wheel on the ground. 11 . Apply the brake lever and brake peda[...]

Tyre Puncture u Removing Wh eels 103 continued 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. Loosen the m uffler band bolt. 3. Remove the muffler stay bolt, nut and washers. 4. Move the mu ffler outw ard. 5. Remove the rear wheel nuts, and [...]

Tyre Puncture u Removing Whe els 104 Troubleshooting Installation 1. To install the rear wheel, reverse the removal procedure. 2. Install the rear wheel and tighten the rear wheel nuts equally. 3. Tighten the muffler band bolt. 4. Check that the wheel rotates freely. If a torque wrench was not used for installation, see your dealer as soon as possi[...]

105 continued Troubleshooting Electrical Trouble Battery G oes Dea d Charge the battery using a motorcycle battery charger. Remove the battery fr om the motorcycle while charging. Do not use an automobile-type battery charger, as these can overheat a motorcycle battery and cause permanent damage. If the battery does not recover after recharging, co[...]

Electrical Trouble u Burned- out Light Bulb 106 Troubleshooting ❙ Headlight Bulb 1. Remove the socket cover by turning it counterclockwis e. 2. Pull the socket off the bulb without turning it. 3. Press the pin down and pull out the bulb without turning it. 4. Install a new bulb and parts in the reve rse order of removal. Do not touch the glass su[...]

Electrical Trouble u Burned-out Light B ulb 107 continued Troubleshooting ❙ Position Light Bulb 1. Pull the socket and remove it. 2. Pull out the bulb without turning. 3. Install a new bulb and p arts in the reverse order of removal. ❙ Brake/Tail Light The brake and tail light uses several LEDs. If there is a LED which is not turned on, see you[...]

Electrical Trouble u Burned- out Light Bulb 108 Troubleshooting ❙ Front/Rear Turn Signal Light Front and rear turn signal light uses several LEDs. If there is a LED which is not turned on, see your dealer for this service. ❙ License Plate Light License plate light uses sev eral LEDs. If there is a LED which is not turned on, see your dealer fo [...]

Electrical Trouble u Blown Fuse 109 continued Troubleshooting Blown Fu se Before handling fuses, see “Inspecting and Replacing Fuses.” 2 P. 56 ❙ Fuse Box Fuses 1. Remove the se at. 2 P. 63 2. Remove the fuse box cover. 3. Pull the main fuse A and other fuses out one by one with the fu se puller in the fuse box cover and check for a blown fuse[...]

Electrical Trouble u Blown Fuse 110 Troubleshooting ❙ Fuse Holder Fuses 1. Remove the seat. 2 P. 63 2. Remove the starter magnetic switch cover. 3. Pull the main fuse B and other fuse out one by one with the fuse puller and check for a blown fuse. Alway s replace a blown fuse with a spare of the same rat ing. u Spare fuses are provided in the fus[...]

Information Keys ................................... ........................ P. 112 Instruments, Controls, & Other Features ... P. 113 Fuels Containing Alc ohol (Except Brazil) .... P. 116 Catalytic Converter .......... ........................ P. 117 Caring for Your Motorcycle ..................... P. 11 8 Storing Your Motorcycle ............[...]

Keys 112 Information Keys The ignition key contains a speci al coded chip that is recognized by the immobili zer system (HISS) in order to sta rt the engine. Handle the key carefully to preven t damaging the HISS components. ● Do not bend keys or subject them to undue stress. ● Avoid prolong ed exposure to sunlight or hig h temperatures. ● Do[...]

Instruments, Controls, & Other Features 113 continued Information Instruments, Controls, & Other Features The headlight is always on when the ignition switch is on. Leaving the ignition switch on with the engine stopped will drain th e battery. Do not turn the key while ridin g. Do not use the engine stop switch except in an emergency. Doin[...]

Instruments, Controls, & Other F eatures 114 Information 1. Turn the ignition switch on while pressing and holdin g the button ( 2 P. 20, 30). u The HISS indicator flashes once. 2. Turn the ignition switch off. EC Directive This immobilizer system complies with R & TTE (Radio and Telecommunications Termi nal Equipment and the mutual recogni[...]

Instruments, Controls, & Other Features 115 Information The owner’s manual, registration, an d insurance information can be stored in the plastic document bag on the underside of the seat. 2 P. 47 A banking (lean angle) sensor automatically stops the engine and fuel pump if the motorcycle falls over. To reset the sensor, you must turn the ign[...]

Fuels Containing Alcoh ol (Except Brazil) 116 Information Fuels Containing Alcohol (Except Brazil) Some conventional fuels blended with al cohol are available in some locales to help reduce emissions to meet clean air standards. If you plan to use blended fuel, check that it is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement. The follow in[...]

Catalytic Converter 117 Information Catalytic Converter This motorcycle is equi pped with a three-way catalytic converter. Th e catalytic converter contain precious metals that serve as catalysts in high temper ature c hemical rea ctions that convert hydrocarbons (HC) , carbon monoxide (CO), and oxides of ni trogen (NOx) in the exhaust gasses into [...]

Caring for Your Moto rcycle 118 Information Caring for Your Motorcycle Frequent cleaning and pol ishing is important to ensure the long life of your Honda. A clean motorcycle makes it easier to spot potential problems. In particular, seawater and salts used to preve nt ice on roads promote the formati on of corrosion. Always wa sh your motorcycle t[...]

Caring for Your Motorcycle 119 continued Information ❙ Washing Precautions Follow these guid elines when washing: ● Do not use high-pressure washers: u High-pressure water cl eaners can damage moving parts and electrical parts, rendering them inope rable. ● Do not direct water at the muffler: u Water in the muffler c an prevent starti ng and [...]

Caring for Your Moto rcycle 120 Information Follow these guidelines to prevent scratches and blemishes: ● Wash gently using a soft sponge and plenty of water. ● To remove stubborn stains, use diluted detergent and rinse thoroughly with plenty of water. ● Avoid getting petrol, brak e fluid, or detergents on the in struments, windscreen, panels[...]

Storing Your Motorcycle 121 Information Storing Your Motorcycle If you store your motorcycle outdoors, you should consider using a full-body moto rcycle cover. If you won’t be riding for an extended period, follow these guidelines: ● Wash your motorcycle and wax all painted surfaces (except matte painted surfaces). Coat chrome pieces wi th rust[...]

Transporting Your Motorcycle 122 Information Transporting Your Motorcycle If your motorcycle needs to be transported, it should be carried on a motorcycle trailer or a flatbed truck or trailer that has a loading ramp or lifting platform, and motorcycle tie-do wn straps. Never try to tow your motorcycle with a wheel or wheels on the ground. NOTICE T[...]

You & the Environment 123 Information You & the Environment Owning and riding a motorcycle can be enjoyable, but you must do your part to protect the environment. Use a biodegradable detergent when you wash your motorcycle. Avoid aerosol spray clea ners that contain chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) which damage the atmosphere’s protective ozone[...]

Serial Numbers 124 Information Serial Numbers The frame and engine serial numbers uniquely identify your motorcycle and are required in order to register your motorcycle. They may also be required when ordering replacement parts. The frame number is stamped on the ri ght side of the steering head. The engine number is stamped on the side of the cra[...]

125 Specifications Specifications Specifica tions ■ Main Components *1 Including rider, passenger, all luggage, and accessories *2 Includes the weight of the luggage and added accessories Type SC70 Overall length 2,285 mm (90.0 in) Overall width 915 mm (36.0 in) Overall height 1,335 mm (52.6 in) Wheelbase 1 ,595 mm (62.8 in) Minimum ground cleara[...]

Specifications 126 Specifications ■ Service Data Tyre size Front 110/80R19M/C 59V Rear 150/70R17M/C 69V Tyre type Radial, tubeless Recomm ended Tyres Front PIRELLI SCO RPION T RAIL E BRIDGESTONE BW-501 RAD IAL F Rear PIRELLI SCO RPION T RAIL E BRIDGESTONE BW-502 RAD IAL F Tyre air pressure Front 250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm 2 , 36 psi) Rear 290 kPa (2.90[...]

Specifications 127 Specifications ■ Bulbs ■ Fuses ■ Torque Speci fications Recommended brake (clutch) f luid Honda DOT 4 Brake Fluid Cooling system capac ity VFR1200X 3.56 litres (3.76 US qt, 3.13 Imp qt) VFR1200XD 3.70 litres (3.91 US qt, 3.26 Imp qt) Recommended coolant Pro Honda HP Coolant Headlight 12V-5 5W × 2 Brake/Tail li ght LED Fron[...]

128 Index Index Index A ABS (Anti-lock Br ake System) Indicator ............. .......... ............. ......... 32, 94 Accessories ...... .......... ............. ........... ......... 16 AT Mode ........... ........... ............ 31, 42, 43, 44 AT/MT Swit ch......... ........... ............. ........... . 37 B Battery . ........... ...........[...]

129 Index Equipment Owner’s Man ual ...... .......... ............. ....... 115 Tool Kit .... .......... .............. .......... ........... ... 62 F Final Drive Oil......... ........... ............. .......... . 81 Flooded En gine ......... .......... ........... ........... 38 Frame Numb er ............... .......... ........... .... 124 Fue[...]

130 Index M Maintenance Fundamentals ................. ............... ........... 53 Importance ...... ............. ........... .......... ....... 4 9 Safety ............ ............. .......... ............. ....... 49 Schedule .................... .......... ............. ....... 50 Maximum Wei ght Limit ... ............. ........... . 17 Modi[...]