Before completing any service on the motorcycle, disconnect the battery cables from the battery to prevent the engine from accidentally turning over. Disconnect the ground cable (–) first and then the positive (+). When completed with the service, first connect the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the battery then the negative (–) cable to the negative terminal.

Edges of Parts
Lift large or heavy parts wearing gloves to prevent injury from possible sharp edges on the parts.

Solvent
Use a high flash-point solvent when cleaning parts. High flash-point solvent should be used according to directions of the solvent manufacturer.

Before Servicing
Cleaning Vehicle before DisassemblyTie-Rod Removal
Squeeze the brake lever slowly and hold it with a band
[A].
Remove the front footpeg bracket bolts [A].
Raise the rear wheel off the ground with the jack (see
Rear Shock Absorber Removal).
Special Tools - Jack: 57001-1238
Jack Attachment: 57001-1608
Remove:
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HG: Apply high-temperature grease.
HO: Apply heavy oil.
L: Apply a non-permanent locking agent.
MO: Apply molybdenum disulfide oil solution.
(mixture of the engine oil and molybdenum disulfide grease in a weight ratio
10:1)
R: Replacement Parts
Specifications
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Service Code Reading
The service code(s) is displayed on the LCD by the number
of two digits.
NOTE
The service code of the KIBS and ABS adds “b” at the
left side of the code.
The service code of the ESD adds “E” at the left side of
the code.
When there are a number of problems, all the serv ...