The scheduled maintenance must be done in accordance with this chart to keep the motorcycle in good running condition. The initial maintenance is vitally important and must not be neglected.
Periodic Inspection



#: Service more frequently when operating in severe conditions; dusty, wet, muddy, high speed or frequent starting/stopping.
*: For higher odometer readings, repeat at the frequency interval established here.
Periodic Replacement Parts

#: Service more frequently when operating in severe conditions; dusty, wet, muddy, high speed or frequent starting/stopping.
*: For higher odometer readings, repeat at the frequency interval established here.
Torque and Locking AgentShifting Gears
Close the throttle while pulling in the
clutch lever.
Shift into the next higher or lower
gear.
Open the throttle part way, while releasing
the clutch lever.
For smooth riding, each gear position
should cover the proper rate of speed
shown in the table.
WARNINGDownshifti ...
Steering Stem Bearing Lubrication
Remove the steering stem (see Stem, Stem Bearing Removal
in the Steering chapter).
Using a high flash-point solvent, wash the upper and
lower ball bearings [A] in the cages.
Wipe the upper and lower outer races which are press
-fitted into the head pipe to clean off grease and dirt.
V ...
Air Intake Duct Assembly (Other than US, CA and CAL Models)
Install the seals [A] as shown in the figure.
Fit the projections [A] of the air intake valve to the hole [B]
of the air intake ducts.
Tighten:
Torque - Air Intake Duct Assembly Screws: 1.5 N·m (0.15
kgf·m, 13 in·lb)
Hang the shaft [A] to the air intake valve securely ...