Before completing any service on the motorcycle, disconnect the battery cables from the battery to prevent the engine from accidentally turning over. Disconnect the ground cable (–) first and then the positive (+). When completed with the service, first connect the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the battery then the negative (–) cable to the negative terminal.

Edges of Parts
Lift large or heavy parts wearing gloves to prevent injury from possible sharp edges on the parts.

Solvent
Use a high flash-point solvent when cleaning parts. High flash-point solvent should be used according to directions of the solvent manufacturer.

Before Servicing
Cleaning Vehicle before DisassemblyStorage
Preparation for Storage
Clean the entire vehicle thoroughly
Run the engine for about five minutes to warm the oil, shut it off, and
drain the
engine oil.
WARNINGEngine oil is a toxic substance. Dispose
of used oil properly. Contact
your local authorities for approved disp ...
Caliper Rubber Parts Replacement
Front Caliper Disassembly
Remove:
Front Caliper (see Front Caliper Removal in the Brakes
chapter)
Brake Pads (see Front Brake Pad Removal in the Brakes
chapter)
Remove:
Front Caliper Assembly Bolts [A]
Split the front caliper.
Remove:
Pad Spring
O-ring [A]
U ...
Rebound Damping Force Adjustment
To adjust the rebound damping force, turn the rebound
damping adjuster [A] to the desired position.
The standard adjuster setting is the 1 3/4 turns out from
the fully clockwise position.
Rebound Damping Force Adjustment
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