

Connecting Rod Big End Bearing Insert Selection

Crankshaft Main Bearing Insert Selection

*: The bearing inserts for Nos. 2 and 4 journals have an oil groove, respectively.
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Special Tools and SealantsSwingarm Bearing, Sleeve Inspection
NOTICE
Do not remove the bearings for inspection. Removal
may damage them.
Inspect the needle bearings [A] and ball bearing installed
in the swingarm.
The rollers and ball in a bearing normally wear very little,
and wear is difficult to measure. Instead of measuring,
visually inspec ...
Brake Light Switch Operation Inspection
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
The brake light (LED) [A] should go on when the brake
lever is applied or after the brake pedal is depressed
about 10 mm (0.39 in.).
If it does not, adjust the brake light switch.
Remove the front footpeg bracket (see Brake Pedal Removal
in the B ...
Drive Chain
The drive chain slack and lubrication
must be checked each day before riding
the motorcycle and must be maintained
in accordance with the Periodic
Maintenance Chart for safety and to
prevent excessive wear. If the chain
becomes badly worn or maladjusted -
either too loose or too tight - the c ...