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 DisassemblyCompression Damping Force Adjustment
To adjust the compression damping force, turn the compression
damping adjuster [A].
The standard adjuster setting is the 4 1/2 turns out from
the fully clockwise position.
WARNINGIf both adjusters are not adjusted
equally, handling
may be impaired and a hazardous condition ma ...
Coolant Level Inspection
Situate the motorcycle so that it is
perpendicular to the ground.
Check the coolant level through the
coolant level gauge on the reserve
tank located to the left of the engine.
The coolant level should be between
the “F” (Full) and “L” (Low) level lines.
A. Reserve Ta ...
Passenger’s Seat Removal
Remove the passenger’s seat by inserting
the ignition key into the seat
lock, and turning it clockwise.
A. Seat Lock
B. Ignition Key
C. Passenger’s seat
D. Pull up
NOTE
When removing the passenger’s
seat, pull it up while turning the key. ...