After all the parts including subassembly parts have been cleaned, store the parts in a clean area. Put a clean cloth or plastic sheet over the parts to protect from any foreign materials that may collect before re-assembly.
Inspection
Reuse of worn or damaged parts may lead to serious accident.
Visually inspect removed parts for corrosion, discoloration, or other damage. Refer to the appropriate sections of this manual for service limits on individual parts. Replace the parts if any damage has been found or if the part is beyond its service limit.
Cleaning Vehicle before Disassembly
Replacement PartsSpecial Tools
Bearing Puller:
57001-135
Head Pipe Outer Race Press Shaft:
57001-1075
Steering Stem Nut Wrench:
57001-1100
Bearing Driver Set:
57001-1129
Steering Stem Bearing Driver, 42.5:
57001-1344
Steering Stem Bearing Driver Adapter,
41.5:
57001-1345
Head Pipe Outer Race Driver, 55:
57001- ...
Pressure Testing
Remove:
Upper Fairing Assembly (see Upper Fairing Assembly
Removal in the Frame chapter)
Radiator Cap [A]
Remove the radiator cap in two steps. First turn the cap
counterclockwise to the first stop. Then push and turn it
further in the same direction and remove the cap.
Install the ...
Air Cleaner Element Replacement
NOTE
In dusty areas, the element should be replaced more
frequently than the recommended interval.
WARNINGIf dirt or dust is allowed to pass through
into the
throttle body assy, the throttle may become stuck,
possibly causing accident. Replace the air cleaner
element according ...