The amount of backlash can be changed by turning the balancer shaft which has eccentric journals.
Start the engine and let it idle.
Loosen the clamp bolt [A] and turn the balancer shaft [B] clockwise [C] until the balancer gear makes a whining sound.
Turn the shaft counterclockwise [D] until the balancer gear whining sound disappears and tighten the clamp bolt.
Torque - Balancer Shaft Clamp Bolt: 9.8 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 87 in·lb)
Balancer Installation
Balancer Damper InspectionLubrication
Lubrication is necessary after riding
through rain or on wet roads, or any
time that the chain appears dry.
Use a lubricant for sealed chains to
prevent deterioration of chain seals. If
the chain is especially dirty, clean it
using a cleaner for sealed chains following
the instructions suppli ...
Tie-Rod and Rocker Arm Bearing Installation
Replace the needle bearings [A] and oil seals with new
ones.
Apply plenty of grease to the lips of the oil seals.
Install the needle bearings and oil seals position as shown
in the figure.
Screw the needle bearing driver into the driver holder.
Insert the needle bearing driver into th ...
Precautions
There are a number of important precautions that are
musts when servicing electrical systems. Learn and observe
all the rules below.
Do not reverse the battery cable connections. This will
burn out the diodes on the electrical parts.
Always check battery condition before condemning other
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