HERO HF-DAWN User manual

Let us make this world a safer, healthier and more environment friendly place.

We at are committed to demonstrate excellence in our environment Hero MotoCorp,

performance on a continual basis, as an intrinsic element of our corporate philosophy. To

achieve this we commit ourselves to continue product innovations to improve environment

compatibility, comply with all applicable legislation including environment legislation and

strengthen the green supply chain.

This booklet is your guide to the basic operation and maintenance of your new

. Please take time to read it carefully. As with any fine machine, Hero MotoCorp HF-DAWN

proper care and maintenance are essential for trouble-free operation and optimum

performance.

Your motorcycle is conforming to latest (Bharat stage-III norms) regulation for emission,

safety & noise levels. We are also using non asbestos brake shoes pads and engine gaskets /

which are environment friendly in nature.

Thank you for selecting a . We wish you many miles of Hero MotoCorp HF-DAWN

continued riding pleasure in the years ahead.

Your Authorised dealer will be glad to provide further information or Hero MotoCorp

assistance and is equipped to handle your future service needs.

PREFACE

ALL INFORMATION, ILLUSTRATION, PHOTOGRAPH, DIRECTIONS,

SPECIFICATIONS AND OTHER CONTENTS COVERED IN THIS OWNER'S

MANUAL ARE BASED ON THE LATEST PRODUCT INFORMATION

AVAILABLE AT THE TIME OF ITS PRINTING APPROVAL, AND THE

ACCURACY OR CORRECTNESS OF THE SAME IS NOT UNDERTAKEN OR

GUARANTEED. Hero MotoCorp Ltd RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE

CHANGES IN ITS CONTENTS AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE AND/OR

INCURRING ANY OBLIGATION, WHATSOEVER. NO ONE IS ALLOWED TO

REPRODUCE ANY PART OF THIS PUBLICATION WITHOUT OBTAINING

PRIOR WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM Hero MotoCorp Ltd.

NOTE

Pg. No. Pg. No.

CONTENTS

MAINTENANCE 23

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 23

MOTORCYCLE IDENTIFICATION 1

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 2

ACCESSORIES & MODIFICATIONS 5

TIPS FOR HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT 6

MOTORCYCLE VIEWS 7

• Ignition switch 11

• Side stand switch 13

SAFE RIDING TIPS 4

• Instruments & Indicators 10

PARTS FUNCTION 10

• Left handlebar controls/Steering lock 12

• Side stand indicator 12

• Fuel tank 14

ANTI THEFT TIPS 20

TYRES 16

ENGINE OIL 15

STARTING THE ENGINE 22

BRAKING 19

ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT PROCESS 15

PARKING 20

UTILITY BOX 20

ENGINE OIL TOP UP PROCESS 15

PRE-RIDE INSPECTION 18

RIDING 19

TOOL KIT/FIRST AID KIT 21

• Fuel valve 13

• Clutch 31

• Oil screen filter & Centrifugal filter 26

• Air cleaner 27

HERO GENUINE PARTS

• Maintenance Schedule 24

• Throttle operation 29

• Spark plug 26

• Drive chain 32

• Front brake 34

• Rear brake 35

• Brake wear indicators 36

• Battery 36

• Fuse replacement 37

• Valve clearance 29

• Stop lamp switch 37

• Carburetor 31

• Side Stand 38

• Headlamp adjustment 38

• Suspension 39

• Front wheel removal 39

• Rear wheel removal 40

WASHING THE MOTORCYCLE 41

CATALYTIC CONVERTER 41

BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING 42

ROAD SIGNS 44

WARRANTY DETAILS

ZONAL/REGIONAL/AREA OFFICES

2. For dealing with Legal & Insurance Departments.

VIN and Engine No. may be required:

1. During registration of the motorcycle.

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

Location : Stamped on the right side of the

steering head tube.

VIN: MBLXXXXAGYZXYYYYY

Engine No.

Location : Stamped on the lower side of the

left Crankcase.

Engine No.: XXXXEHYZXYYYYY

Model: HF-Dawn VIN

Engine

Kick start/Drum/Spoke wheel

Variants

XXXXEH Y Z X YYYYY

Engine

Description Year of

Manufacturing Assembly Plant Month of

Manufacturing Serial Number

MBL XXXXAG Y Z X YYYYY

Manufacturer

code Vehicle

Description Year of

Manufacturing Assembly Plant Month of

Manufacturing Serial Number

MOTORCYCLE IDENTIFICATION

MBLXXXXAGYZXYYYYY

XXXXEHY

ZXYYYYY

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATIONSITEM

Dimensions

Overall length

Overall width

Overall height

Wheelbase

Saddle height

Ground clearance

Kerb weight

Engine oil

Fuel tank

Fuel reserve capacity

Front fork oil

Maximum power

Maximum torque

Bore and stroke

Compression ratio

Displacement

Spark plug gap

Valve clearance

Idle speed

Front Suspension

Rear Suspension

Caster angle

1965 mm

720 mm

1045 mm

1235 mm

805 mm

165 mm

109 kg

1.05 litres at disassembly and 0.85 litre at draining

10.5 litres (Minimum)

1.8 litres (Usable reserve)

163 ml

6.15 kW (8.36 BHP) @ 8000 r/min

0.82 kgf-m (8.05 N-m) @ 5000 r/min

50.0x49.5 mm

9.9:1

97.2 cc

NGK-CR 7 HSA, BOSCH-UR4AC,

Champion-P-RZ9HC (Federal Mogul)

0.6-0.7 mm

0.10 mm

1400±100 r/min

Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers

Swingarm with 2 step adjustable Hydraulic

Shock Absorbers

26°

Weight

Capacities

Engine

Intake (cold)

Exhaust (cold)

Chassis and suspension

Spark plug

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION SPECIFICATIONSITEM

Trail length

Primary reduction

Final reduction

Gear ratio, 1

3th

Battery

Alternator

Starting System

Headlamp (High/Low)

Tail/Stop lamp

Turn Signal Lamp

Meter Illumination

Neutral Indicator

Turn Signal Indicator

Hi Beam Indicator

Side Stand Indicator

Fuse

89 mm

3.722 (67/18)

3.143 (44/14)

3.182 (35/11)

1.706 (29/17)

1.238 (26/21)

0.958 (23/24)

12V-3Ah

115 W

Kick Start

12V-35/35W (Halogen Bulb), Round MFR*

12V-5/21W-MFR*

12V-10Wx4 MFR*

12V-1.7W

12V-3.0Wx2

12V-1.7W

7A, 10A

Transmission

Tyre size 2.75 x 18-42P/4 PR

2.75 x 18-48P/6 PR

Front

Rear

Electricals

Spoke Wheel

Front Wheel

Rear Wheel

*MFR stands for Multi-Focal Reflector

Brakes Dia. 130 mm

Dia. 110 mm

Front (Drum type)

Rear (Drum type)

8. Give way to others on the road and signal

before you make a turn.

Do's:

1. Always conduct simple pre-ride

inspection (page 18).

2. Always wear a helmet (ISI marked) with

chin strap securely fastened and insist on

a helmet for your pillion rider.

4. Ride defensively and at a steady speed

(between 40-50 km/hr).

5. For stopping motorcycle, use both brakes

simultaneously, keeping throttle in the

close position.

6. Respect road signs and obey traffic rules

for your own safety and that of others on

the road (page 44 & 45).

7. During night time, dip headlamps of your

motorcycle for oncoming traffic, or when

following another vehicle.

11.Get your motorcycle serviced regularly by

the Authorised Hero MotoCorp workshop.

10.Take care of loose/hanging clothes while

solo/pillion riding.

3. While riding, sit in a comfortable position

with your legs close to fuel tank.

9. To make yourself more visible, wear

bright reflective clothing that fits well.

1. Never use cell phone while riding the

motorcycle.

Don't

6. Concentrate on the road and avoid

talking to the pillion rider or others on the

road.

3. Never shift gears without disengaging the

clutch and closing the throttle.

7. Do not litter the road.

9. Do not attach large or heavy items to the

handlebars, front forks, or fenders.

10. Never take your hands off the steering

handle while riding.

4. Never touch any part of the hot exhaust

system like muffler.

2. Avoid sudden acceleration, braking and

turning of your motorcycle.

5. Never ride under the influence of alcohol or

drugs.

8. Do not cross the continuous white/

yellow line in the center of the road, while

overtaking.

SAFE RIDING TIPS

• Make sure that the accessory does not

obscure any lamps, reduce ground

clearance, limit suspension travel or

steering travel, affect your riding position

or interfere with operating any controls.

• Do not pull a trailer or sidecar with your

motorcycle. This motorcycle was not

designed for these attachments, and their

use can seriously impair your motorcycle's

handling.

• Be sure electrical equipment does not

exceed the motorcycle's electrical system

capacity (page 3). A blown fuse can cause

a loss of lights.

Accessories

Modifying your motorcycle or using non-

Hero MotoCorp accessories can make your

motorcycle unsafe. Before you consider

making any modifications or adding an

accessory, be sure to read the following

information.

ACCESSORIES & MODIFICATIONS

We strongly advise you not to remove any

original equipment or modify your motorcycle

in any way that would change its design or

operation. Such changes could seriously

impair your motorcycle's handling, stability

and braking, making it unsafe to ride.

Removing or modifying your lamps, mufflers,

emission control system or other equipment

can also make your motorcycle illegal.

Modifications

• Improper accessories or modifications can

cause a crash in which you can be seriously

hurt or killed.

• Follow all instructions in this owner's manual

regarding accessories and modifications.

WARNING

7. Fuel Saving & Reduce Pollution : Switch "OFF" the engine while waiting at traffic

signal points to save fuel and reduce pollution, if the waiting period is long.

2. Regular Servicing: Get your motorcycle serviced at an Authorised Hero MotoCorp

workshop, as per the service schedule, for an optimum performance and keep the

emission level under check.

3. Genuine Spares: Always insist on Hero MotoCorp genuine parts as spurious or

incompatible spares and accessories can upset or deteriorate your motorcycle’s running

condition.

4. Genuine engine oil: Hero 4T Plus SAE 10W 30 SL grade (JASO MA2) engine oil

recommended by Hero MotoCorp and make sure you change it every 6000 kms.

(with top up every 3000 kilometres) to keep the engine fit and environment healthy.

6. Emission Pollution : Get emission of your motorcycle checked by Authorised agencies

atleast once every 3 months or as notified by the government from time to time.

The following tips shall ensure a healthy motorcycle, healthy environment, and a healthy you.

5. Noise pollution : Noise beyond a certain decibel is pollution. Whether it is from horns or

defective mufflers, excessive noise will cause headaches and discomfort.

1. Healthy engine: The engine is the lifeline of every vehicle. To keep it healthy, it should be

tuned regularly, which will also help reduce pollution and improve vehicle performance &

fuel efficiency.

TIPS FOR HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT

(6) Headlamp dimmer switch

(8) Speedometer

(1) Horn switch

(2) Turn signal lamp switch

(3) Clutch lever

(4) Headlamp switch

(5) Rear view mirror

(7) Odometer

(11) High beam indicator

(9) Turn signal indicator

(10) Neutral indicator

(12) Side stand indicator

(13) Front brake lever

(16) Fuel tank cap

(15) Ignition switch

(14) Throttle grip

*Accessories and features shown may not be part of standard fitment.

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