Piston Ring End Gap Standard:
Top 0.20 
0.30 mm (0.0079
0.0118 in.)
Second 0.35 
0.50 mm (0.0138
0.0197 in.)
Service Limit: Top 0.6 mm (0.024 in.)
Second 0.8 mm (0.031 in.)
If the end gap of either ring is greater than the service limit, replace all the rings.
Piston Ring Thickness Inspection
BalancerPayload and Tire Pressure
Failure to maintain proper inflation
pressures or observe payload limits for
your tires may adversely affect handling
and performance of yourmotorcycle
and can result in loss of control. The
maximum recommended load in addition
to vehicle weight is 180 kg (397 lb),
including rider, passenger, ...
Air Switching Valve
Air Switching Valve Operation Test
Refer to the Air Suction System Damage Inspection in the
Periodic Maintenance chapter.
Air Switching Valve Unit Test
Remove the air switching valve (see Air Switching Valve
Removal in the Engine Top End chapter).
Set the hand tester [A] to the × 1 ...
Tightening Sequence
Generally, when installing a part with several bolts, nuts,
or screws, start them all in their holes and tighten them to
a snug fit. Then tighten them according to the specified sequence
to prevent case warpage or deformation which can
lead to malfunction. Conversely when loosening the bolts,
n ...