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 InspectionHandlebar Installation
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)
Install the steering stem head with handlebars.
Install the washer [A] and steering stem head nut [B].
Tighten:
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Subthrottle Sensor Resistance Inspection
Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Disconnect the subthrottle sensor connector.
Connect a digital meter [A] to the subthrottle sensor connector
[B].
Measure the subthrottle sensor resistance.
Subthrottle Sensor Resistance
Connections: BL lead [D] ←→ BR/BK lead [C]
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Balance Inspection
Remove the front and rear wheels (see Front/Rear Wheel
Removal).
Support the wheel so that it can be spun freely.
Spin the wheel lightly, and mark [A] the wheel at the top
when the wheel stops.
Repeat this procedure several times. If the wheel stops
of its own accord in various positi ...