User manual HUSQVARNA GM103KSF

[. . . ] Your new Husqvarna motorcycle is designed and manufactured to be the finest in its field. The instructions in this book have been prepared to provide a simple and understandable guide for your motorcycle's operation and care. Follow the instructions carefully to obtain maximum performance and your personal motorcycling pleasure. Your owner's manual contains instructions for owner care and maintenance. [. . . ] CAUTION*: Do not spill brake fluid on to any painted surface or lenses. CAUTION*:Do not mix two brands of fluid. Change the brake fluid in the brake line if you wish to switch to another fluid brand. In case of contact, flush thoroughly with water and call a doctor if your eyes were exposed. REAR BRAKE PEDAL POSITION ADJUSTMENT The position of the rear foot brake pedal as to the footrest may be adjusted according to the individual needs. For the adjusting proceed as follows: - loosen the screw (1); - turn the cam (2) for lowering or rising the pedal; - the operation done, tighten the screw (1). REAR BRAKE IDLE STROKE ADJUSTMENT The rear brake foot pedal should have a (A) 5 mm idle stroke before starting the true braking action. Should this not happen as follows: - loosen nut (3); - operate the pump rod (4) to increase or decrease the idle stroke; - tighten nut (3) at the end of the operation. WARNING When the idle stroke figures are not met, the brake pads will be subjected to a fast wear that may bring to the TOTAL CHECKING THE FLUID LEVEL The level (1) must be set between the pump tank notches of MIN and MAX. ADJUSTING THE SUSPENSIONS ACCORDING TO PARTICULAR TRACK CONDITIONS The following information is a useful guide for setting up the suspensions according to the road conditions. Always start from the standard calibration before making any change on the suspensions. To effect these operations, remove the upper screw (3), upper clamp (1), lower screw (4) then lower clamp (2). A) Handlebar position change Turn the lower clamp (2) 180° to move forward or backward (10mm- 0. B) Handlebar height change Remove the lower spacer (A) then replace the screw (4) with a new one of L=65 mm (2. Once these operations are completed, tighten the screws (3) to 2, 75-3, 05 kgm (27-30 Nm; 19. ADJUSTING THE SHOCK ABSORBER The rear shock absorber must be adjusted according to the rider weight and track conditions. With motorcycle on the stand, measure distance (A). Take the normal riding position on the motorcycle with all your riding apparel. With somebody's help, take the new distance (A). The difference between these two measurements constitutes the "SAG" of the motorcycle's rear end. To get the right SAG according to your weight, adjust the shock absorber spring preload. When the adjusting operation is over (according to your weight and riding style), tighten the ringnut. [. . . ] CLEANING 1) Preparation for washing Before washing, precautions must be taken to keep water out of the following places: G Rear opening of the muffler : - Cover with a plastic bag secured with rubber bands. G Clutch and brake levers, hand grips, engine stop button: - Cover with plastic bags. G Air cleaner intake: - Close up the opening with tape, or stuff in rags. 2) Where to be careful Avoid spraying water with any great force near the following places: G Air cleaner G Under the fuel tank: If water gets into the ignition coil or into the spark plug cap, the spark will jump through the water and be grounded out. [. . . ]