Remove the upper fairing assembly (see Upper Fairing Assembly Removal in the Frame chapter).
Remove the canister [A].
Visually inspect the canister for cracks or other damage.
If the canister has any cracks or bad damage, replace it with a new one.
NOTE
The canister is designed to work well through themotorcycle’s life without any maintenance if it is used under normal conditions.
Remove the upper fairing assembly (see Upper Fairing Assembly Removal in the Frame chapter).
Disconnect the hoses from the separator [A].
Visually inspect the separator for cracks and other damage.
If the separator has any cracks or damage, replace it with a new one.
To prevent the gasoline from flowing into or out of the canister, hold the separator perpendicular to the ground.
Check that the hoses are securely connected and clips are in position.
Replace any kinked, deteriorated or damaged hoses.
Run the hoses according to Cable, Wire, and Hose Routing section in the Appendix chapter.
When installing the hoses, avoid sharp bending, kinking, flattening or twisting, and run the hoses with a minimum of bending so that the emission flow will not be obstructed.
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 ...
Axle Inspection
Remove the front and rear axles (see Front/Rear Wheel
Removal).
Visually inspect the front and rear axle for damages.
If the axle is damaged or bent, replace it.
Place the axle in V blocks that are 100 mm (3.94 in.) [A]
apart, and set a dial gauge [B] on the axle at a point
halfway ...
Throttle Body Assy Assembly
Before assembling, blow away dirt or dust from the throttle
body and delivery pipe assy by applying compressed air.
Replace the O-rings [A] of the joint pipe [B] with new ones.
Apply engine oil to the new O-rings, and insert it to the
delivery pipes [C].
Insert the joint pipe so th ...