Refer to the Drive Chain Slack Inspection in the Periodic Maintenance chapter.
Drive Chain Slack Adjustment
Refer to the Drive Chain Slack Adjustment in the Periodic Maintenance chapter.
Wheel Alignment Inspection/Adjustment
Refer to the Wheel Alignment Inspection in the Periodic Maintenance chapter.
Drive Chain Wear Inspection
Refer to the Drive Chain Wear Inspection in the Periodic Maintenance chapter.
Drive Chain Lubrication
Refer to the Drive Chain Lubrication Condition Inspection in the Periodic Maintenance chapter.
Drive Chain Guide Wear Inspection
Refer to the Chain Guide Wear Inspection in the Periodic Maintenance chapter.
Drive Chain
Drive Chain Removal/InstallationOil 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, ...
KIBS Hydraulic Unit Removal
NOTICE
The KIBS hydraulic unit [A] has been adjusted
and set with precision at the factory. Therefore, it
should be handled carefully, never struck sharply,
as with a hammer, or allowed to fall on a hard
surface.
Be careful not to get water or mud on the KIBS hydraulic
unit.
Drain the b ...
Jump starting
If your motorcycle battery is “run
down”, it should be removed and
charged. If this is not practical, a 12
volt booster battery and jumper cables
may be used to start the engine.
DANGER
Battery acid generates hydrogen
gas which is flammable and
explosive under certain conditions.
It i ...