For applications that require Liquid Gasket or a Non-permanent Locking Agent, clean the surfaces so that no oil residue remains before applying liquid gasket or non-permanent locking agent. Do not apply them excessively.
Excessive application can clog oil passages and cause serious damage.
Press
For items such as bearings or oil seals that must be pressed into place, apply small amount of oil to the contact area. Be sure to maintain proper alignment and use smooth movements when installing.
Gasket, O-ring
Ball Bearing and Needle BearingSubthrottle Valve Actuator Resistance Inspection
Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Disconnect the subthrottle valve actuator connector [A].
Connect a digital meter to the subthrottle valve actuator
connector [A].
Measure the subthrottle valve actuator resistance.
Subthrottle Valve Actuator Resistance
Connections: Y/BK lead [1 ...
Front Master Cylinder Removal
Remove the reservoir mounting bolt and nut [A].
Unscrew the banjo bolt [A] and disconnect the brake hose
from the master cylinder (see Brake Hose and Pipe Replacement
in the Periodic Maintenance chapter).
Unscrew the clamp bolts [B], and take off themaster cylinder
as an assembl ...
Jump starting
If your motorcycle battery is “run
down”, it should be removed and
charged. If this is not practical, a 12
volt booster battery and jumper cables
may be used to start the engine.
DANGER
Battery acid generates hydrogen
gas which is flammable and
explosive under certain conditions.
It i ...