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 CoolantDrive Chain Wear Inspection
Remove the chain cover (see Drive Chain Removal/Installation
in the Final Drive chapter).
Rotate the rear wheel to inspect the drive chain for damaged
rollers, and loose pins and links
If there is any irregularity, replace the drive chain.
Lubricate the drive chain if it appears dry.
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Balancer Assemble
Apply molybdenum disulfide oil solution to the ribs of the
balancer [A].
Apply molybdenum disulfide oil solution to the ribs of the
balancer gear [A].
Check that the rubber dampers [B] are in place.
Face the linked portion [C] to the bottom.
Assemble the balancer weight ...
Crankshaft Installation
NOTE
If the crankshaft is replaced with a new one, refer to
the Connecting Rod Big End Bearing/Crankshaft Main
Bearing Insert Selection in the Specifications.
NOTICE
If the crankshaft, bearing inserts, or crankcase
halves are replaced with new ones, select the bearing
inserts and check cleara ...