NOTE
The direction of the wheel rotation [A] is shown by an arrow [B] on the wheel spoke.

The collars are identical.
Right Front Axle Clamp Bolts [D] Left Front Axle Clamp Bolts [E] Viewed from Rear [F]

Torque - Front Axle Nut: 127 N·m (13.0 kgf·m, 94 ft·lb)
NOTE
Put a block in front of the front wheel to stop moving.
Next, tighten the left front axle clamp bolts.
Torque - Front Axle Clamp Bolts: 20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 15 ft·lb)
NOTE
Put a block in front of the front wheel to stop moving.
Next, tighten the left front axle clamp bolts.
Torque - Front Axle Clamp Bolts: 20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 15 ft·lb)
NOTE
Tighten the two clamp bolts alternately two times to ensure even tightening torque.
| WARNING After servicing, it takes several applications of the brake lever before the brake pads contact the disc, which could result in increased stopping distance and cause an accident resulting in injury or death. Do not attempt to ride the motorcycle until a firm brake lever is obtained by pumping the lever until the pads are against the disc. |
Front Wheel Removal
Rear Wheel RemovalRear Caliper Removal
Remove:
Bolt [A]
Rear Wheel Rotation Sensor [B]
Loosen the banjo bolt [C] at the brake hose lower end,
and tighten it loosely.
Loosen the caliper holder pin [D].
Remove the rear wheel (see Rear Wheel Removal in the
Wheels/Tires chapter).
Unscrew the banjo bolt and remove t ...
Operating Procedures
Clean the seat area carefully.
Coat the seat with machinist’s dye.
Fit a 45° cutter into the holder and slide it into the valve
guide.
Press down lightly on the handle and turn it right or left.
Grind the seating surface only until it is smooth.
NOTICE
Do not grind the seat too ...
Rebound Damping Force Adjustment
The rebound damping force adjuster
is located at the upper end of the rear
shock absorber.
A. Rebound Damping Force Adjuster
B. To increase damping force
C. To decrease damping force
Using a screwdriver turn the rebound
damping force adjuster clockwise
to increase rebound damping or ...