
NOTICE
Do not loosen the caliper assembly bolts [F]. Take out only the caliper mounting bolts for caliper removal.
Loosening the caliper assembly bolts will cause brake fluid leakage.

NOTICE
Immediately wash away any brake fluid that spills.
NOTE
If the caliper is to be disassembled after removal and if compressed air is not available, disassemble the caliper before the brake hose is removed (see Caliper Rubber Parts Replacement in the Periodic Maintenance chapter).

Calipers
Rear Caliper RemovalSeat Cover Installation
Installation is the reverse of removal. Note the following.
When installing the pad [A], install it along the corner [B]
as shown in the figure.
When installing the pad [C], align the ends [D], along the
corner [E], and wrap [F] the upper edge of the seat cover.
Install the damper [A] ...
Special Tools
Fork Oil Level Gauge:
57001-1290
Vacuum Gauge:
57001-1369
Hand Tester:
57001-1394
Throttle Sensor Setting Adapter #1:
57001-1400
Peak Voltage Adapter:
57001-1415
Needle Adapter Set:
57001-1457
Throttle Sensor Setting Adapter:
57001-1538
Measuring Adapter:
57001-1700
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Shifting Gears
Close the throttle while pulling in the
clutch lever.
Shift into the next higher or lower
gear.
Open the throttle part way, while releasing
the clutch lever.
For smooth riding, each gear position
should cover the proper rate of speed
shown in the table.
WARNINGDownshifti ...