The compression damping force adjuster and the rebound damping force adjuster are located on top of each front fork leg.
NOTICE
Do not force to turn the rebound and compression damping force adjuster from the fully seated position, or the adjusting mechanism may be damaged.
A. Compression Damping Force Adjuster (COM)
B. Rebound Damping Force Adjuster (TEN)
C. Screwdriver
Compression Damping Force Setting and Rebound Damping Force Setting
*: This position is the fully seated position (turned fully clockwise).
**: Out from the fully seated position (turned fully clockwise). This adjustment range may not exactly match the number shown in the table due to small tolerance of production.
The standard front fork setting positions are as follows:
Standard Setting Position (Front Fork)
*: In from the fully seated position (turned fully counterclockwise) **: Out from the fully seated position (turned fully clockwise)
Oil Level Inspection
Check that the engine oil level is between the upper [A]
and lower [B] levels in the gauge.
NOTE
Situate the motorcycle so that it is perpendicular to the
ground.
If the motorcycle has just been used, wait several minutes
for all the oil to drain down.
If the oil has just been changed, ...
Tire Removal
Remove:
Wheels (see Front/Rear Wheel Removal)
Valve Core (Let out the air)
To maintain wheel balance, mark the valve stem position
on the tire with chalk so that the tire can be reinstalled in
the same position.
Chalk Mark or Yellow Mark [A]
Valve Stem [B]
Align [C]
Lu ...
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
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