If whitish cotton-like wafts are observed, aluminum parts in the cooling system are corroded. If the coolant is brown, iron or steel parts are rusting. In either case, flush the cooling system.
If the coolant gives off an abnormal smell, check for a cooling system leak. It may be caused by exhaust gas leaking into the cooling system.
Coolant Level Inspection
Refer to the Coolant Level Inspection in the PeriodicMaintenance chapter.
Coolant Draining
Refer to the Coolant Change in the Periodic Maintenance chapter.
Coolant Filling
Refer to the Coolant Change in the Periodic Maintenance chapter.
Coolant
Pressure TestingRear Sprocket Warp Inspection
Raise the rear wheel off the ground with the stand so that
it will turn freely.
Set a dial gauge [A] against the rear sprocket [B] near the
teeth as shown in the figure, and rotate [C] the rear wheel
to measure the sprocket runout (warp). The difference
between the highest and lowest di ...
Keys
This motorcycle has a combination
key, which is used for the ignition
switch, steering lock, seat lock, and
fuel tank cap.
Included with the key is a key number,
which may be stamped on a separate
plate. Record the key number in
the space provided and store the number
in a safe place. If y ...
Oil Cooler Removal
Remove:
Coolant (Drain, see Coolant Change in the Periodic
Maintenance chapter)
Engine Oil (Drain, see Engine Oil Change in the Periodic
Maintenance chapter)
Lower Fairings (see Lower Fairing Removal in the Frame
chapter)
Water Hose Ends [A] (Disconnect)
Remove:
Oil Cool ...