If they appear damaged or deteriorated, replace them.

Balancer Adjustment
Torque LimiterLower Fairing Removal
Remove the quick rivets [A].
Remove:
Quick Rivets [A]
Bolts [B]
Pull up the core by the flat-head screwdriver (–), and then
remove the quick rivet.
Clear the hook portions on the upper edges [C] from the
slots, and remove the left lower fairing [D].
While pulling down ...
Clutch
Clutch Operation Inspection
Pull the clutch lever just enough to take up the free play
[A].
Measure the gap between the lever and the lever holder.
If the gap is too wide, the clutch may not release fully. If
the gap is too narrow, the clutch may not engage fully. In
either case, adjust ...
Fuel Tank Installation
Note the above WARNING (see Fuel Tank Removal).
Run the hoses correctly (see Cable, Wire, and Hose Routing
section in the Appendix chapter).
Check that the dampers [A] are in place on the fuel tank.
If the dampers are damaged or deteriorated, replace
them.
If the fuel tank brack ...