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 DisassemblyWater Pump Impeller Disassembly/Assembly
Remove the water pump impeller (see Oil Pump Removal
in the Engine Lubrication System chapter).
The sealing seat and rubber seal may be removed easily
by hand.
Apply coolant around the surfaces of the rubber seal and
sealing seat.
Install the rubber seal [A] and sealing seat [B] into ...
Fuel Injector Fuel Line Inspection
Remove:
Fuel Tank (see Fuel Tank Removal)
Air Cleaner Housing (see Air Cleaner Housing Removal)
Disconnect:
Primary and Secondary Fuel Hoses (see Fuel Hose Replacement
in the Periodic Maintenance chapter)
Do not remove the nozzle assy from the air cleaner housing.
Be sure to pla ...
Brake Line Bleeding
The brake fluid has a very low compression coefficient so
that almost all the movement of the brake lever or pedal
is transmitted directly to the caliper for braking action. Air,
however, is easily compressed. When air enters the brake
lines, brake lever or pedal movement will be partially used
...