Special Tools
Front Wheel RemovalCrankshaft Removal
Split the crankcase (see Crankcase Splitting).
Remove:
Connecting Rod Big End Nuts [A]
Connecting Rod Big End Caps [B]
NOTE
Mark and record the locations of the connecting rods
and their big end caps so that they can be reassembled
in their original positions.
Remove the crank ...
Camshaft Removal
Remove:
Cylinder Head Cover (see Cylinder Head Cover Removal)
Crankshaft Sensor Cover (see Crankshaft Sensor Removal
in the Electrical System chapter)
Using a wrench on the timing rotor bolt [A], turn the crankshaft
clockwise until the line [B] (TDC mark for #1,4 pistons)
on the timin ...
Drive Chain Slack Inspection
NOTE
Check the slack with the motorcycle setting on its sidestand.
Clean the chain if it is dirty, and lubricate it if it appears
dry.
Check the wheel alignment (see Wheel Alignment Inspection).
Rotate the rear wheel to find the position where the chain
is tightest.
Measure the ver ...