NOTICE
Do not remove the bearings for inspection. Removal may damage them.

The rollers and ball in a bearing normally wear very little, and wear is difficult to measure. Instead of measuring, visually inspect the bearing for abrasion, discoloration, or other damage.
If the needle bearing, and sleeve [B] show any sings of abnormal wear, discoloration, or damage, replace them as a set.
If bearing play, roughness, or binding is found, replace the bearing.
If the seal is torn or is leaking, replace the bearing.

Swingarm Bearing Lubrication
NOTE
Since the bearing are packed with grease and sealed, lubrication is not required.
Swingarm Bearing InstallationPrecautions
There are a number of important precautions that are
musts when servicing electrical systems. Learn and observe
all the rules below.
Do not reverse the battery cable connections. This will
burn out the diodes on the electrical parts.
Always check battery condition before condemning other
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Alternator Cover Removal
Remove:
Upper Fairing Assembly (see Upper Fairing Assembly
Removal in the Frame chapter)
Air Cleaner Housing (see Air Cleaner Housing Removal
in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter)
Bolt [A]
Bring the heat insulator plate [B] forward to remove the
alternator lead connector.
Clear the p ...
Rocker Arm Removal
Squeeze the brake lever slowly and hold it with a band.
Remove the front footpeg bracket bolts.
Raise the rear wheel off the ground with the jack (see
Rear Shock Absorber Removal).
Special Tools - Jack: 57001-1238
Jack Attachment: 57001-1608
Remove:
Lower Rear Shock Absorber B ...