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 InspectionIdle Speed Control Valve Actuator Input Voltage Inspection
NOTE
Be sure the battery is fully charged.
Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Disconnect the idle speed control valve actuator connector
and connect a suitable measuring leads [A] between
these connectors as shown in the figure.
Main Harness [B]
Idle Speed Control Valve Actua ...
Connecting Rod Big End
Bearing Insert/Crankpin Wear Inspection
Remove the connecting rod big end (see Connecting Rod
Removal).
Cut strips of plastigage to crankpin width. Place a strip
on the crankpin parallel to the crankshaft installed in the
correct position.
Tighten the connecting rod big end nuts to the specified
torque (see Connecting Rod I ...
Transmission Assy Installation
Assemble the transmission assy (see Transmission Assy
Assembly).
Be sure that the dowel pins are in position.
Install the transmission assy on the crankcase.
Tighten:
Torque - Transmission Case Bolts: 20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 15
ft·lb)
Install:
Shift Shaft (see External Shift Mechani ...