Spring Tension Inspection
Rebound Damping Force AdjustmentBreak-in
The first 1 600 km (1 000 mi) that the motorcycle is ridden is designated
as the
break-in period. If the motorcycle is not used carefully during this period, you
may
very well end up with a “broken down” instead of a “broken in” motorcycle after
a
few thousand kilometers.
The fol ...
Air Intake Solenoid Valve (Service Code 2d, Equipped Models)
Air Intake Solenoid Valve Removal/Installation
Refer to the Air Intake Solenoid Valve Removal/Installation
in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter.
Air Intake Solenoid Valve Inspection
Refer to the Air Intake Solenoid Valve Unit Test in the
Electrical System chapter.
If the air intake ...
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 ...