Replace any damaged gears or gears with excessively worn dogs or dog holes.

Shift Fork Guide Pin/Drum Groove Wear InspectionTire Installation
WARNINGSome replacement tires may adversely
affect handling
and cause an accident resulting in serious injury
or death. To ensure proper handling and stability,
use only the recommended standard tires for
replacement, inflated to the standard pressure.
Inspect the rim ...
Drive Chain Slack Inspection
Refer to the Drive Chain Slack Inspection in the Periodic
Maintenance chapter.
Drive Chain Slack Adjustment
Refer to the Drive Chain Slack Adjustment in the Periodic
Maintenance chapter.
Wheel Alignment Inspection/Adjustment
Refer to the Wheel Alignment Inspection in the Periodic
Maintenance ...
Steering Play Inspection
Remove the lower fairings (see Lower Fairing Removal in
the Frame chapter).
Raise the front wheel off the ground with the jack.
Special Tools - Jack: 57001-1238
Jack Attachment: 57001-1608
With the front wheel pointing straight ahead, alternately
tap each end of the handlebar. The f ...