Due to friction plate wear and clutch cable stretch over a long period of use, the clutch operation should be checked each day before riding the motorcycle, and must be adjusted in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart.
Inspection
A. Adjuster
B. Clutch Lever Play
Clutch Lever Play
If the play is incorrect, adjust the lever play as follows.
Adjustment
WARNING Excess clutch cable play could prevent clutch disengagement and cause a crash resulting in serious injury or death. When adjusting the clutch cable, be sure the upper end of the outer cable is fully seated in its fitting so that it doesn’t slip into place later and create excessive cable play. |
WARNING The engine and exhaust system get extremely hot during normal operation and can cause serious burns. Never touch a hot engine or an exhaust pipe during clutch adjustment. |
NOTE
DANGER
Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless poisonous gas. Inhaling carbon monoxide can cause serious brain injury or death.
DO NOT run the engine in enclosed areas. Operate only in a well-ventilated area.
Fuel Hose Inspection (fuel leak, damage, installation condition)
If the motorcycle is not properly handled, the high pressure
inside the fuel line can cause fuel to leak [A] or the
hose to burst. Remove the fuel tank (see Fuel Tank Removal
in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter) and check the
fuel hoses.
Replace the fuel hose if any fraying, cracks [B] or ...
Nozzle Assy Assembly
Before assembling, blow away dirt or dust from the delivery
pipes [A] by applying compressed air [B].
Replace the O-rings [A] of the joint pipe [B] with new ones.
Apply engine oil to the new O-rings, and insert it to the
delivery pipes [C]
Insert the joint pipe so that the step ...
Check 3-4: Turn Signal Indicator Light (LED) Inspection
Connect the leads in the same circuit as Check 3-2.
Connect the terminal [5] to the battery (+) terminal.
Connect the terminal [6] to the battery (+) terminal.
Check that the turn signal indicator light (LED) [A] goes
on.
If the indicator light does not go on, replace the meter ...