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 DisassemblyTail/Brake Light (LED) Removal/Installation
Remove:
Upper Seat Cover (see Seat Cover Removal in the
Frame chapter)
Disconnect the tail/brake light connector [A].
Remove:
Tail/Brake Light Mounting Screws [A]
Bolts [B] and Brackets [C]
Bolt [D]
Remove the tail/brake light [A].
Bring down the rear fender rea ...
Drive Chain Lubrication Condition Inspection
If a special lubricant is not available, a heavy oil such as
SAE 90 is preferred to a lighter oil because it will stay on
the chain longer and provide better lubrication.
If the chain appears especially dirty, clean it before lubrication.
NOTICE
The O-rings between the side plates seal ...
Hub Bearing Inspection
Since the hub bearings are made to extremely close tolerances,
the clearance can not normally be measured.
NOTE
Do not remove any bearings for inspection. If any bearings
are removed, they will need to be replaced with
new ones.
Turn each bearing in the hub back and forth [A] while
checki ...