If the rocker arm [A] does not smoothly stroke or noise is found, inspect the fasteners and bearings (see Tie-Rod/Rocker Arm Bearing, Sleeve Inspection in the Suspension chapter).
In this photo, the foot guard has been removed for clarity.
Front Forks/Rear Shock Absorber Operation Inspection
Tie-Rod Operation InspectionRocker Arm/Tie-Rod Bearing, Sleeve Inspection
NOTICE
Do not remove the bearings for inspection. Removal
may damage them.
Visually inspect the rocker arm, or tie-rod sleeves [A] and
needle bearings [B].
The rollers in a needle bearing normally wear very little,
and wear is difficult to measure. Instead of measuring,
inspect the ...
Torque Limiter Removal
Remove:
Starter Motor (see Starter Motor Removal in the Electrical
System chapter)
Throttle Body Assy Holder [A]
Breather Hose [B]
Roll up the heat insulation rubber plate [C].
Remove:
Torque Limiter Cover Bolts [A]
Torque Limiter Cover [B]
Remove:
Torque Limit ...
Intake Air Temperature Sensor Output Voltage Inspection
NOTE
Be sure the battery is fully charged.
Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Remove the fuel tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel
System (DFI) chapter).
Disconnect the intake air temperature sensor connector
and connect the measuring adapter [A] between these
connectors as shown in ...