NOTE
Do not use emery or sand paper on the commutator.

Replace the starter motor with a new one if there is any damage or wear.
Replace the starter motor with a new one if discoloration is noticed.
Brush Inspection
Armature InspectionStick Coil Inspection
Remove the stick coils (see Stick Coil Removal).
Measure the primary winding resistance [A] as follows.
Connect the hand tester between the coil terminals.
Set the tester to the × 1 Ω range, and read the tester.
Measure the secondary winding resistance [B] as follows.
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Front Fork Oil Change
Remove the front fork (see Front Fork Removal (Each
Fork Leg)).
Turn the spring preload adjuster fully counterclockwise for
removing the piston rod assy easily.
Hold the inner tube lower end in a vise.
Using the wrench [A], unscrew the top plug [B] out of the
outer tube.
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Moving Off
Check that the side stand is up.
Pull in the clutch lever.
Shift into 1st gear.
Open the throttle a little, and start to
let out the clutch lever very slowly.
As the clutch starts to engage, open
the throttle a littlemore, giving the engine
just enough fuel to keep it from
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