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 InspectionBrake Fluid Level Inspection
Check that the brake fluid level in the front brake reservoir
[A] is above the lower level line [B].
NOTE
Hold the reservoir horizontal by turning the handlebar
when checking brake fluid level.
If the fluid level is lower than the lower level line, fill the
reservoir to the upper lev ...
Drive Chain Slack Inspection
NOTE
Check the slack with the motorcycle setting on its sidestand.
Clean the chain if it is dirty, and lubricate it if it appears
dry.
Check the wheel alignment (see Wheel Alignment Inspection).
Rotate the rear wheel to find the position where the chain
is tightest.
Measure the ver ...
Starter Motor Installation
NOTICE
Do not tap the starter motor shaft or body. Tapping
the shaft or body could damage the motor.
Clean the starter motor legs [A] and crankcase where the
starter motor is ground.
Replace the O-ring [A] with a new one.
Apply grease to the new O-ring.
Tighten:
Torque - Starter ...