Wiring Inspection
If any wiring is poor, replace the damaged wiring.
If the connector is corroded or dirty, clean it carefully. If it is damaged, replace it.
Use the wiring diagram to find the ends of the lead which is suspected of being a problem.
Connect the hand tester between the ends of the leads.
Special Tool - Hand Tester: 57001-1394
Set the tester to the × 1 Ω range, and read the tester.
If the tester does not read 0 Ω, the lead is defective. Replace the lead or the wiring harness [A] if necessary.
Precautions
BatteryRegulator/Rectifier Inspection
Remove:
Upper Fairing Assembly (see Upper Fairing Assembly
Removal in the Frame chapter)
Right Inner Fairing (see Inner Fairing Removal in the
Frame chapter)
Bolts [A]
Regulator/Rectifier [B]
Set the hand tester to the × 1 kΩ range and make the
measurements show ...
Piston Ring End Gap Inspection
Place the piston ring [A] inside the cylinder (upper
crankcase), using the piston to locate the ring squarely
in place. Set it close to the bottom of the cylinder, where
cylinder wear is low.
Measure the gap [B] between the ends of the ring with a
thickness gauge.
Piston Ring End Gap ...
Separator Operation Test
WARNINGGasoline is extremely flammable and can be
explosive
under certain conditions. Turn the ignition
switch OFF. Do not smoke. Make sure the area is
well-ventilated and free from any source of flame
or sparks; this includes any appliance with a pilot
light.
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