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 RemovalRebound Damping Force Adjustment
To adjust the rebound damping force, turn the rebound
damping adjuster [A].
The standard adjuster setting is the 3 3/4 turns out from
the fully clockwise position.
WARNINGIf both adjusters are not adjusted
equally, handling
may be impaired and a hazardous condition may
res ...
Rear Shock Absorber Inspection
Remove the rear shock absorber (see Rear Shock Absorber
Removal).
Visually inspect the following items.
Smooth Stroke
Oil Leakage
Crack or Dent
If there is any damage to the rear shock absorber, replace
it.
Visually inspect the rubber bushing [A].
If it show any signs o ...
Pressure Testing
Remove:
Upper Fairing Assembly (see Upper Fairing Assembly
Removal in the Frame chapter)
Radiator Cap [A]
Remove the radiator cap in two steps. First turn the cap
counterclockwise to the first stop. Then push and turn it
further in the same direction and remove the cap.
Install the ...