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 CoolantSerial number locations
The engine and frame serial numbers are used to register the motorcycle.
They
are the only means of identifying your particular machine from others of the
same
model type. These serial numbers may be needed by your dealer when ordering
parts. In the event of theft, the investigating authoriti ...
Oil Pan Installation
If the oil filter holder bolt [A] was removed, tighten it.
Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the threads of
the oil filter holder bolt.
Torque - Oil Filter Holder Bolt: 35 N·m (3.6 kgf·m, 26 ft·lb)
Replace the O-rings [B] with new ones, and apply grease
to them.
Install the O-ri ...
Cylinder Head Removal
Remove:
Thermostat Housing (see Thermostat Removal in the
Cooling System chapter)
Exhaust Pipe (see Exhaust Pipe Removal)
Camshafts (see Camshaft Removal)
Heat Insulation Plate [A] (see Engine Removal in the
Engine Removal/Installation chapter)
Place a container under the coolant dr ...