Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the threads of the handlebar positioning bolts and tighten them.
Torque - Handlebar Positioning Bolts: 9.8 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 87 in·lb)
NOTE
Tighten the steering stem head bolt before tightening the upper front fork clamp bolts and handlebar clamp bolts.
| WARNING If the handlebar does not turn to the steering stop it may cause an accident resulting in injury or death. Be sure the cables, harnesses and hoses are routed properly and do not interfere with handlebar movement (see Cable, Wire, and Hose Routing section in the Appendix chapter). |
Fit the projection [A] into a hole [B] in the handlebar.
Torque - Switch Housing Screws: 3.5 N·m (0.36 kgf·m, 31 in·lb)
Fit the projection [A] into a hole [B] in the handlebar.
Handlebar Removal
FrameFuel Injector Fuel Line Inspection
Remove:
Fuel Tank (see Fuel Tank Removal)
Air Cleaner Housing (see Air Cleaner Housing Removal)
Disconnect:
Primary and Secondary Fuel Hoses (see Fuel Hose Replacement
in the Periodic Maintenance chapter)
Do not remove the nozzle assy from the air cleaner housing.
Be sure to pla ...
Tie-Rod and Rocker Arm Bearing Installation
Replace the needle bearings [A] and oil seals with new
ones.
Apply plenty of grease to the lips of the oil seals.
Install the needle bearings and oil seals position as shown
in the figure.
Screw the needle bearing driver into the driver holder.
Insert the needle bearing driver into th ...
Radiator Cap Inspection
Remove:
Radiator Cap (see Coolant Change in the Periodic Maintenance
chapter)
Check the condition of the bottom [A] and top [B] valve
seals and valve spring [C].
If any one of them shows visible damage, replace the cap
with a new one.
Install the cap [A] on a cooling system pr ...