A drain hose is connected to the bottom of the air cleaner to drain water or oil accumulated in the cleaner part.
If any water or oil accumulates in the hose, remove the plug [B] from the drain hose and drain it.

| WARNING Oil on tires will make them slippery and can cause an accident and injury. Be sure to reinstall the plug in the drain hose after draining. |
Air Cleaner Element Inspection
Air Cleaner Housing RemovalAir 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 ...
Engine Stop Switch Operation Inspection
First Step
Set the gear position in the neutral position.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the engine stop switch to stop position [A].
Push the starter button.
The engine does not start.
If the engine starts, inspect the engine stop switch (see
Switch Inspection in the Electri ...
Brake Hose and Pipe Replacement
NOTICE
Brake fluid quickly ruins painted plastic surfaces;
any spilled fluid should be completely washed away
immediately.
Remove:
Upper Fairing Assembly (see Upper Fairing Assembly
Removal in the Frame chapter)
Brake Hose Fitting Bolt [A]
Brake Hose Banjo Bolts [B]
Bolt [C]
Clamp ...