Check that the engine stop switch is
in the
position.
A. Engine Stop Switch
B. Starter Button
A. Neutral Indicator Light
B. Ignition Switch
C. “ON” position
NOTE
After the meter operation check, leaving the throttle completely closed, push the starter button.
NOTICE
Do not operate the starter continuously for more than 5 seconds, or the starter will overheat and the battery power will drop temporarily. Wait 15 seconds between each operation of the starter to let it cool and the battery power recover.
NOTE
A. Clutch Lever
B. Starter Lockout Switch
NOTICE
Do not let the engine idle longer than five minutes, or engine overheating and damage may occur.
Battery Removal
Remove the rider’s seat (see Seats
section in the GENERAL INFORMATION
chapter).
Turn the ignition switch to “OFF” and
disconnect the (–) cable from the battery.
Remove the red cap form the (+) terminal,
and disconnect the (+) cables
from the battery.
NOTE
The battery is ...
Brake Pad Wear Inspection
Remove the brake pads (see Front/Rear Brake Pad Removal
in the Brakes chapter).
Check the lining thickness [A] of the pads in each caliper.
If the lining thickness of either pad is less than the service
limit [B], replace both pads in the caliper as a set.
Front Brake Pad [C]
Rea ...
Cylinder (Upper Crankcase) Wear Inspection
Split the crankcase (see Crankcase Splitting).
Remove the pistons (see Piston Removal).
Assemble the cylinder (upper crankcase) [A], the cylinder
head [B] and the cylinder head gasket [C].
Tighten the cylinder head bolts (see Cylinder Head Installation
in the Engine Top End chapter).
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