Owner's Handbook
#1
#2
Many have asked for this before in this forum, but every time they are referred to the workshop manuals instead.
I have yet to see any F2 owners handbook on the net.
If I had the handbook myself I would scan and post it, but alas my handbook is in German, Italian and French only.
As I don't understand a word of any of those languages I too am looking for an English copy.
I have yet to see any F2 owners handbook on the net.
If I had the handbook myself I would scan and post it, but alas my handbook is in German, Italian and French only.
As I don't understand a word of any of those languages I too am looking for an English copy.
#3
German/Italian/French
Uh, I'm not brilliant at any single one of those languages, but I have a smattering of all three.
That, combined with a solid technical background and a good knowledge of bikes might be enough for me to get the things I want from it, if you would consider scanning and uploading your handbook.
Thanks again
That, combined with a solid technical background and a good knowledge of bikes might be enough for me to get the things I want from it, if you would consider scanning and uploading your handbook.
Thanks again
#5
Clymer
Thanks for your reply. I have already downloaded a Workshop/Service Manual, which is good as far as it goes, but often makes reference to the Common Service Manual, which I don't yet have, so I could do with a source for downloading that.
The bike is in beautiful condition and needs no work, so it is not a pressing need at the moment, but it would be nice to have it, just in case.
My most immediate requirement, however, is the Owner's Handbook. I need it not so much for anything specific, but more in case I'm missing anything I really ought to be aware of.
For example, is it o.k. to check the oil level with the bike resting on the kickstand? Somebody told me I need to use only racing-quality oil: is this true? Is regular automobile antifreeze (suitably diluted) o.k. to use? and any other stuff along those lines.
Obviously, I would prefer to read the answers out of the book, rather than just go by hearsay, hence this request.
Appreciate your feedback.
The bike is in beautiful condition and needs no work, so it is not a pressing need at the moment, but it would be nice to have it, just in case.
My most immediate requirement, however, is the Owner's Handbook. I need it not so much for anything specific, but more in case I'm missing anything I really ought to be aware of.
For example, is it o.k. to check the oil level with the bike resting on the kickstand? Somebody told me I need to use only racing-quality oil: is this true? Is regular automobile antifreeze (suitably diluted) o.k. to use? and any other stuff along those lines.
Obviously, I would prefer to read the answers out of the book, rather than just go by hearsay, hence this request.
Appreciate your feedback.
#6
As for this specific question - the owners handbook specifies that
oil should be checked with the bike on its centerstand, making sure
the bike is as level as possible.
#8
...except most F2's (read: every one I've ever seen) don't have center stands. Get a friend to hold it up straight!
As for coolant, yeah regular car coolant works. Be sure to use de-ionized and distilled water to help reduce and avoid corossion and buildup. There is a coolant alternative known as "water wetter" which is required for racing as it doesn't leave slippery sludge on a track. It also is known to run cooler, so it's great for warm weather temperatures. It does not have any resistance to freezing however, which may not work for your climate.
As for coolant, yeah regular car coolant works. Be sure to use de-ionized and distilled water to help reduce and avoid corossion and buildup. There is a coolant alternative known as "water wetter" which is required for racing as it doesn't leave slippery sludge on a track. It also is known to run cooler, so it's great for warm weather temperatures. It does not have any resistance to freezing however, which may not work for your climate.
#9
I would surely miss being without it. Its quite useful at times..
So..now you have seen one
Last edited by Viking; 06-30-2010 at 10:08 AM.