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 DisassemblySidestand Removal
Raise the rear wheel off the ground with the stand [A].
Remove:
Sidestand Switch Bolt [A]
Sidestand Switch [B]
Remove:
Spring [A]
Sidestand Nut [B]
Sidestand Bolt [C]
Sidestand [D]
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Front Forks/Rear Shock Absorber Operation Inspection
Pump the forks down and up [A] 4 or 5 times, and inspect
the smooth stroke.
If the forks do not smoothly or noise is found, inspect the
fork oil level or fork clamps (see Front Fork Oil Change in
the Suspension chapter).
Pump the rear seat down and up [A] 4 or 5 times, and
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DFI Power Source
ECU Fuse Removal
Refer to the 30 A Main/15 A ECU Fuse Removal in the
Electrical System chapter.
ECU Fuse Installation
If a fuse fails during operation, inspect the DFI system to
determine the cause, and then replace it with a new fuse
of proper amperage.
Refer to the Fuse Installation in ...