If the shaft is bent, straighten or replace it.
If the serration [B] are damaged, replace the shaft.
If the spring [C] is damaged in any way, replace it.
If the shift mechanism arm [D] is damaged in any way, replace the shaft.
If the ratchet [A], pawls [B], pins [C] or springs [D] are damaged in any way, replace them.
If it is loose, unscrew it, apply a non-permanent locking agent to the threads, and tighten it.
Torque - Shift Shaft Return Spring Pin: 29 N·m (3.0 kgf·m, 21 ft·lb)
If the lever or spring are damaged in any way, replace them.
If they are badly worn or if they show any damage, replace it.
External Shift Mechanism Installation
Wheels/TiresDrive Chain Wear Inspection
Remove the chain cover (see Drive Chain Removal/Installation
in the Final Drive chapter).
Rotate the rear wheel to inspect the drive chain for damaged
rollers, and loose pins and links
If there is any irregularity, replace the drive chain.
Lubricate the drive chain if it appears dry.
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Coolant Deterioration Inspection
Remove the right lower fairing (see Lower Fairing Removal
in the Frame chapter).
Visually inspect the coolant in the reserve tank [A].
If whitish cotton-like wafts are observed, aluminum parts
in the cooling system are corroded. If the coolant is
brown, iron or steel parts are rusting. I ...
Tire Repair
Currently two types of repair for tubeless tires have come
into wide use. One type is called a temporary (external) repair
which can be carried out without removing the tire from
the rim, and the other type is called permanent (internal)
repair which requires tire removal. It is generally unders ...