Special Tools
Rebound Damping Force AdjustmentValve Clearance Inspection
NOTE
Valve clearance must be checked and adjusted when
the engine is cold (at room temperature).
Remove:
Crankshaft Sensor Cover (see Crankshaft Sensor Removal
in the Electrical System chapter)
Cylinder Head Cover (see Cylinder Head Cover Removal
in the Engine Top End chapter)
Turn t ...
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 ...
Brake Lever Adjuster
There is an adjuster on the brake
lever. The adjuster has 6 positions so
that the released lever position can be
adjusted to suit the operator’s hands.
Push the lever forward and turn the adjuster
to align the number with the mark
on the lever holder. The distance from
the grip to the rel ...