Coolant absorbs excessive heat from the engine and transfers it to the air at the radiator. If the coolant level becomes low, the engine overheats and may suffer severe damage. Check the coolant level each day before riding the motorcycle, also carry out the maintenance and adjustments in accordance with the periodic maintenance chart.
Replenish coolant if the level is low.
Change the coolant in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart.
Radiator Hoses
Information for CoolantPiston Ring End Gap Inspection
Place the piston ring [A] inside the cylinder (upper
crankcase), using the piston to locate the ring squarely
in place. Set it close to the bottom of the cylinder, where
cylinder wear is low.
Measure the gap [B] between the ends of the ring with a
thickness gauge.
Piston Ring End Gap ...
License Plate Light Bulb Replacement
Remove:
Screws [A]
License Plate Light Cover [B]
Pull the bulb [A] out of the socket [B].
NOTICE
Do not turn the bulb. Pull the bulb out to prevent
damage to the bulb. Do not use bulb rated for
greater wattage than the specified value.
Replace the bulb with a new one.
In ...
Seat Cover Installation
Installation is the reverse of removal. Note the following.
When installing the pad [A], install it along the corner [B]
as shown in the figure.
When installing the pad [C], align the ends [D], along the
corner [E], and wrap [F] the upper edge of the seat cover.
Install the damper [A] ...