Insert a thickness gauge [A] between the big end and either crank web to determine clearance.
Connecting Rod Big End Side Clearance
Standard: 0.13 
0.38 mm
(0.0051 
0.0150 in.)
Service Limit: 0.58 mm (0.023 in.)
If the clearance exceeds the service limit, replace the connecting rod with new one and then check clearance again.
If the clearance is too large after connecting rod replacement, the crankshaft also must be replaced.
Connecting Rod Twist Inspection
Connecting Rod Big End
Bearing Insert/Crankpin Wear InspectionEngine Oil
In order for the engine, transmission,
and clutch to function properly, maintain
the engine oil at the proper level,
and change the oil and replace the oil
filter in accordance with the Periodic
Maintenance Chart. Not only do dirt
and metal particles collect in the oil, but
the oil itself los ...
Vehicle-down Sensor Input Voltage Inspection
NOTE
Be sure the battery is fully charged.
Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Disconnect the vehicle-down sensor connector and connect
the measuring adapter [A] between these connectors
as shown in the figure.
Main Harness [B]
Vehicle-down Sensor [C]
Special Tool - Measuring Adapte ...
Stop Watch
The stop watch can be used in closed
course competition.
The stop watch is operated as follows:
Push the upper button to display the
stop watch.
To start the stop watch, push the
“START/STOP” switch on the right
handlebar switch to the left.
A. “START/STOP” Switch
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