Special Tools and Sealants
Crankcase SplittingRear Sprocket Warp Inspection
Raise the rear wheel off the ground with the stand so that
it will turn freely.
Set a dial gauge [A] against the rear sprocket [B] near the
teeth as shown in the figure, and rotate [C] the rear wheel
to measure the sprocket runout (warp). The difference
between the highest and lowest di ...
Cooling System Flushing
Over a period of time, the cooling system accumulates
rust, scale, and lime in the water jacket and radiator. When
this accumulation is suspected or observed, flush the cooling
system. If this accumulation is not removed, it will clog
up the water passage and considerable reduce the efficiency
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Clutch Plate, Wear, Damage Inspection
Visually inspect the friction and steel plates for signs of
seizure, overheating (discoloration), or uneven wear.
Measure the thickness of each friction plate [A] at several
points.
If any plates show signs of damage, or if they have worn
past the service limit, replace them with new on ...