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To allow quick and easy consultation, this manual uses graphic symbols to highlight situations in which maximum care is required, as well as practical advice or information. Pay attention to the meaning of the symbols since they serve to avoid repeating tech­nical concepts or safety warnings throughout the text. The symbols should therefore be seen as an aid to memory. Please refer to this page whenever in doubt as to their meaning.
 
The terms right-hand and left-hand refer to the motorcycle viewed from the riding position.
Warning
Failure to comply with these instructions may put you at risk, and could lead to severe injury or even death.
Important
Failure to follow the instructions in text marked with this symbol can lead to serious damage to the motorcycle and its compo­nents.
Note
This symbol indicates additional useful information for the current operation.
Text references
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References in bold type indicate a part that is not illustrated in the figures next to the text, but which can be found in the exploded views at the beginning of each chapter.
 
(X)
References in non-bold type indicate a part that is illustrated in the figures alongside the text.
Product specifications
Symbols in the diagram show the type of thread locker, sealant or lubricant to be used at the points indicated. The table below shows the symbols used and the specifications of the various products.
 
Bearing/joint grease for parts subject to prolonged mechani­cal stress. Temperature range: -10 to 110 °C.
Flange sealant resistant to high mechanical stress and sol­vents. Resists high temperatures (up to 200 °C) and pres­sures up to 350 bar; fills gaps up to 0.4 mm.
Permanent adhesive for smooth or threaded cylindrical fas­teners on mechanical parts. High resistance to mechanical stress and solvents. Temperature range: ‑55 to 175 °C.
Pipe sealant for pipes and medium to large fasteners. For water and gases (except oxygen). Maximum filling capacity: 0.40 mm diameter clearance.
High-strength retaining compound for threaded parts, bear­ings, bushes, splines and keys. Temperature range: ‑55 to 150 °C.
Product for metal parts to seal and lock cylindrical freely slid­ing or threaded couplings. Resistant to high mechanical stress and high temperature, excellent resistance to solvents and chemical attack.
Exhaust pipe paste. Self-sealing paste, hardens when heated; resists temperatures exceeding 1000 °C.
Spray used to protect electrical systems. Eliminates moisture and condensation and provides excellent corrosion resist­ance. Water repellent.