Before completing any service on the motorcycle, disconnect the battery cables from the battery to prevent the engine from accidentally turning over. Disconnect the ground cable (–) first and then the positive (+). When completed with the service, first connect the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the battery then the negative (–) cable to the negative terminal.

Edges of Parts
Lift large or heavy parts wearing gloves to prevent injury from possible sharp edges on the parts.

Solvent
Use a high flash-point solvent when cleaning parts. High flash-point solvent should be used according to directions of the solvent manufacturer.

Before Servicing
Cleaning Vehicle before DisassemblySpark Plug Replacement
Remove the stick coils (see Stick Coil Removal in the
Electrical System chapter).
Remove the spark plugs using the 16 mm (0.63 in.) plug
wrench [A] vertically.
Replace the spark plug with new ones.
Standard Spark Plug
Type: NGK CR9EIA-9
Insert the spark plug vertically into the sp ...
Rear Wheel Installation
Apply high-temperature grease to the grease seal lips.
Fit the collars on the both sides of the hub.
Left Side Collar [A]
Right Side Collar [B] (with Flange)
Engage the drive chain with the rear sprocket.
Install the caliper bracket [A] onto the stopper [B] of the
swingarm.
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Rear Sprocket Removal
Remove the rear wheel (see Rear Wheel Removal in the
Wheels/Tires chapter).
NOTICE
Do not lay the wheel on the ground with the disc
facing down. This can damage or warp the disc.
Place blocks under the wheel so that the disc does
not touch the ground.
Remove:
Rear Sprocket Nu ...