If the brake operation is insufficiency, inspect the brake system.
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Brake Pad Wear Inspection
Brake Light Switch Operation InspectionGear Position Indicator
The gear position indicator shows the
corresponding gear positions where
the transmission is shifted.
For example, when the transmission
is in 6th gear, “6” is displayed.
A. Gear Position Indicator (Normal mode)
NOTE
If the gear position is in the neutral
position, the gear positio ...
Front Forks/Rear Shock Absorber Operation Inspection
Pump the forks down and up [A] 4 or 5 times, and inspect
the smooth stroke.
If the forks do not smoothly or noise is found, inspect the
fork oil level or fork clamps (see Front Fork Oil Change in
the Suspension chapter).
Pump the rear seat down and up [A] 4 or 5 times, and
inspec ...
Drive Chain
The drive chain slack and lubrication
must be checked each day before riding
the motorcycle and must be maintained
in accordance with the Periodic
Maintenance Chart for safety and to
prevent excessive wear. If the chain
becomes badly worn or maladjusted -
either too loose or too tight - the c ...