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 InstallationS-KTRC Warning Indicator Light
The yellow warning indicator light in
the meter unit functions as the S-KTRC
warning indicator light. The yellow
warning indicator light and all S-KTRC
mode indicators blink whenever there
is a malfunction in the S-KTRC system.
At this time, the S-KTRC system does
not function.
If the ye ...
Engine Oil
In order for the engine, transmission,
and clutch to function properly, maintain
the engine oil at the proper level,
and change the oil and replace the oil
filter in accordance with the Periodic
Maintenance Chart. Not only do dirt
and metal particles collect in the oil, but
the oil itself los ...
Wheel Bearing Damage Inspection
Raise the front wheel off the ground with the jack (see
Front Wheel Removal in the Wheels/Tires chapter).
Special Tools - Jack: 57001-1238
Jack Attachment: 57001-1608
Turn the handlebar all the way to the right or left.
Inspect the roughness of the front wheel bearing by moving
[A] ...
