If the rocker arm [A] does not smoothly stroke or noise is found, inspect the fasteners and bearings (see Tie-Rod/Rocker Arm Bearing, Sleeve Inspection in the Suspension chapter).
In this photo, the foot guard has been removed for clarity.
Front Forks/Rear Shock Absorber Operation Inspection
Tie-Rod Operation InspectionSpring Plate Free Play Measurement
Insufficient clutch free play will cause the engine braking
effect to be more sudden, resulting in rear wheel hop. On
the other hand, if the free play is excessive, the clutch lever
may feel “spongy” or pulsate when pulled.
Hold an extra drive shaft in a vise and install the following
c ...
Sidestand Switch Operation Inspection
Raise the rear wheel off the ground with the stand (see
Rear Wheel Removal in the Wheels/Tires chapter).
Inspect the sidestand switch [A] operation accordance to
below table.
Sidestand Switch Operation
If the sidestand switch operation does not work, inspect
or replace the foll ...
Inquiries to Rider
Each rider reacts to problems in different ways, so it is important to
confirm what kind of condition
the rider is dissatisfied with.
Try to find out exactly what problem occurs under exactly what
conditions by asking the rider; knowing
this information may help you reproduce the prob ...