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 InspectionAverage Mileage
This display mode shows the average
mileage by numerical value
counted from the start of measuring to
present time.
A. Average Mileage
B. “AV km/L”
While the average mileage is displayed,
push the lower button and
hold it in until the average mileage
values resets to “– ...
Hub Bearing Removal
Remove the wheels (see Front/Rear Wheel Removal),
and take out the following.
Collars
Coupling (Out of rear hub)
Grease Seals
Use the bearing remover to remove the hub bearings [A].
NOTICE
Do not lay the wheel on the ground with the disc
facing down. This can damage or warp the d ...
Stator Coil Installation
Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the threads of
the stator coil bolts and tighten them.
Torque - Stator Coil Bolts: 12 N·m (1.2 kgf·m, 106 in·lb)
Using a high flash-point solvent, clean off any oil or dirt
that may be on the silicone sealant coating area. Dry
them with a clea ...