It is important to lubricate rotating or sliding parts during assembly to minimize wear during initial operation. Lubrication points are called out throughout this manual, apply the specific oil or grease as specified.
Direction of Engine Rotation
When rotating the crankshaft by hand, the free play amount of rotating direction will affect the adjustment. Rotate the crankshaft to positive direction (clockwise viewed from output side).
Oil Seal, Grease Seal
Electrical LeadsRear 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 ...
ECU Removal
NOTICE
Never drop the ECU especially on a hard surface.
Such a shock to the ECU can damage it.
Remove the upper air cleaner housing (see Air Cleaner
Element Replacement in the Periodic Maintenance chapter).
Lift up the ECU [A] with rubber protector [B] to disconnect
the connectors [C]. ...
Connecting Rod Bend Inspection
Remove the connecting rod big end bearing inserts, and
reinstall the connecting rod big end cap.
Select an arbor [A] of the same diameter as the connecting
rod big end, and insert the arbor through the connecting
rod big end.
Select an arbor of the same diameter as the piston pin
and ...