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The automatic compression release is retained but modified. The kick pedal automatically activates it when the pedal is depressed and a hand lever is placed on the left bar. The operator can release the compression to ease bump starting on loose ground or to clean out a flooded engine. | The automatic compression release is retained but modified. The kick pedal automatically activates it when the pedal is depressed and a hand lever is placed on the left bar. The operator can release the compression to ease bump starting on loose ground or to clean out a flooded engine. | ||
Carburetion is handled by a 34mm Keihin, 1Suspension and Front Wheel Travel | Carburetion is handled by a 34mm Keihin, 1Suspension and Front Wheel Travel mm smaller than before. It's still a double cable push-pull job. but the throttle is much better. It's designed like the motocrosser but has two cables. | ||
The new frame and suspension forced Honda to change the airbox and filter. The new one is larger and more effective than the old but still won't win any awards. Servicing requires removal of the right side cover and the side of the airbox, then loosening of a clamp and wingnut. On the plus side, the air inlet is high on the frame under the seat where water can't easily get to it. | The new frame and suspension forced Honda to change the airbox and filter. The new one is larger and more effective than the old but still won't win any awards. Servicing requires removal of the right side cover and the side of the airbox, then loosening of a clamp and wingnut. On the plus side, the air inlet is high on the frame under the seat where water can't easily get to it. | ||