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 DisassemblyCamshaft Installation
NOTE
The exhaust camshaft has a 1001 EX mark [A] and the
intake camshaft has a 3154 IN mark [B]. Be careful not
to mix up these shafts.
Install the camshaft sprockets as shown in the figure.
#4 Cam Positions [A]
Intake Camshaft Sprocket [B]
Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket [C]
The int ...
Oxygen Sensor Removal (Equipped Models)
Remove:
Fuel Tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel System
(DFI) chapter)
Right Lower Fairing (see Lower Fairing Removal in the
Frame chapter)
Disconnect the oxygen sensor lead connector [A].
NOTICE
Do not pull strongly, twist, or bend the oxygen sensor
lead. This may cause the wi ...
Spark Plugs
The standard spark plug is shown in
the table. The spark plugs should be
replaced in accordance with the Periodic
Maintenance Chart.
Spark plug removal should be done
only by a competent mechanic following
the instructions in the Service Manual.
Spark Plug
A. Plug Gap ...