If they appear damaged or deteriorated, replace them.

Balancer Adjustment
Torque LimiterBattery Removal
Turn off the ignition switch.
Remove the front seat (see Front Seat Removal in the
Frame chapter).
Slide the red cap [A].
Disconnect the negative (–) cable [B] and then positive
(+) cable [C].
NOTICE
Be sure to disconnect the negative (–) cable first.
Remove the band [D] ...
Special Tools
Bearing Puller:
57001-135
Head Pipe Outer Race Press Shaft:
57001-1075
Steering Stem Nut Wrench:
57001-1100
Bearing Driver Set:
57001-1129
Steering Stem Bearing Driver, 42.5:
57001-1344
Steering Stem Bearing Driver Adapter,
41.5:
57001-1345
Head Pipe Outer Race Driver, 55:
57001- ...
Gear Position Switch Inspection
NOTE
Be sure the transmission and external shift mechanism
are good condition.
Remove the fuel tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel
System (DFI) chapter).
Disconnect the connector [A].
Set the hand tester [A] to the × 1 kΩ or × 100 Ω range
and connect i ...