NOTICE
Do not remove the bearings for inspection. Removal may damage them.
The rollers and ball in a bearing normally wear very little, and wear is difficult to measure. Instead of measuring, visually inspect the bearing for abrasion, discoloration, or other damage.
If the needle bearing, and sleeve [B] show any sings of abnormal wear, discoloration, or damage, replace them as a set.
If bearing play, roughness, or binding is found, replace the bearing.
If the seal is torn or is leaking, replace the bearing.
Swingarm Bearing Lubrication
NOTE
Since the bearing are packed with grease and sealed, lubrication is not required.
Swingarm Bearing InstallationGear Position Switch Output Voltage Inspection
NOTE
Be sure the battery is fully charged.
Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Remove the fuel tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel
System (DFI) chapter).
Disconnect the sidestand switch/gear position switch lead
connector [A].
Connect the measuring adapter [A] between the ...
Inquiries to Rider
Each rider reacts to problems in different ways, so it is important to
confirm what kind of condition
the rider is dissatisfied with.
Try to find out exactly what problem occurs under exactly what
conditions by asking the rider; knowing
this information may help you reproduce the prob ...
Cleaning Vehicle before Disassembly
Clean the vehicle thoroughly before disassembly. Dirt or
other foreign materials entering into sealed areas during vehicle
disassembly can cause excessive wear and decrease
performance of the vehicle.
Arrangement and Cleaning of Removed Parts
Disassembled parts are easy to confuse. Arrange ...
