Insert a thickness gauge [A] between the big end and either crank web to determine clearance.
Connecting Rod Big End Side Clearance
Standard: 0.13 
0.38 mm
(0.0051 
0.0150 in.)
Service Limit: 0.58 mm (0.023 in.)
If the clearance exceeds the service limit, replace the connecting rod with new one and then check clearance again.
If the clearance is too large after connecting rod replacement, the crankshaft also must be replaced.
Connecting Rod Twist Inspection
Connecting Rod Big End
Bearing Insert/Crankpin Wear InspectionCable Removal
Remove:
Air Cleaner Housing (see Air Cleaner Housing Removal
in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter)
Right Lower Fairing (see Lower Fairing Removal in the
Frame chapter)
Loosen the nuts [A], and slide the lower end of the clutch
cable to give the cable plenty of play.
Screw in the ...
Exploded View
EO: Apply engine oil.
G: Apply grease.
L: Apply a non-permanent locking agent.
M: Apply molybdenum disulfide grease.
MO: Apply molybdenum disulfide oil solution.
(mixture of the engine oil and molybdenum disulfide grease in a weight ratio
10:1)
R: Replacement Parts
S: Follow the s ...
Drive Chain Wear Inspection
Remove the chain cover (see Drive Chain Removal/Installation
in the Final Drive chapter).
Rotate the rear wheel to inspect the drive chain for damaged
rollers, and loose pins and links
If there is any irregularity, replace the drive chain.
Lubricate the drive chain if it appears dry.
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