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 DisassemblyTie-Rod and Rocker Arm Bearing Removal
Remove:
Tie-Rod (see Tie-Rod Removal)
Rocker Arms (see Rocker Arm Removal)
Swingarm (see Swingarm Removal)
Sleeves [A]
Oil Seals [B]
Remove the needle bearings [C], using the bearing remover
head and bearing remover shaft.
Special Tools - Bearing Remover Head,
15 ×
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Hub Bearing Installation
Before installing the hub bearings, blow any dirt or foreign
particles out of the hub with compressed air to prevent
contamination of the bearings.
Replace the bearings with new ones.
Install the bearings by using the bearing driver set which
does not contact the bearing inner race.
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Lights and Switches Operation Inspection
First Step
Set the gear position in the neutral position.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
The following lights should go on according to below table.
If the following light does not go on, inspect the meter
unit (see Meter Unit Inspection in the Electrical System
chapter).
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