It is important to lubricate rotating or sliding parts during assembly to minimize wear during initial operation. Lubrication points are called out throughout this manual, apply the specific oil or grease as specified.
Direction of Engine Rotation
When rotating the crankshaft by hand, the free play amount of rotating direction will affect the adjustment. Rotate the crankshaft to positive direction (clockwise viewed from output side).
Oil Seal, Grease Seal
Electrical LeadsGeneral Lubrication
Lubricate the points shown below,
with either motor oil or regular grease,
in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance
Chart or whenever the vehicle
has been operated under wet or rainy
conditions.
Before lubricating each part, clean off
any rusty spots with rust remover and
wipe off any g ...
Battery Installation
Visually inspect the surface of the battery container.
If any signs of cracking or electrolyte leakage from the
sides of the battery.
Put the battery into the rear fender
Install the band [A].
Connect the positive (+) cable [B] (red cap) to the positive
(+) terminal first, and then ...
Master Cylinder Inspection (Visual Inspection)
Remove the master cylinders (see Front/Rear Master
Cylinder Removal).
Disassemble the front and rear master cylinders (see
Master Cylinder Rubber Parts Replacement in the Periodic
Maintenance chapter).
Check that there are no scratches, rust or pitting on the
inner wall [A] of each ma ...