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 DisassemblyAdditional Considerations for High Speed Operation
Brakes: The importance of the brakes, especially during high speed
operation,
cannot be overemphasized. Check to see that they are correctly adjusted and
functioning
properly.
Steering: Looseness in the steering can cause loss of control. Check to see that
the handlebar turns freely but ha ...
Caliper Installation
Install the caliper and brake hose lower end.
For the front caliper, be sure to install the collars [A].
Replace the washers on each side of hose fitting with new
ones.
Touch the brake hoses [A] to the stopper [B] of the caliper.
Front Calipers [C]
Rear Caliper [D]
Tighten:
To ...
Meter Operation Inspection
Check 1-1: Switching Inspection
Turn the ignition switch to ON and check the following.
The all LCD segments [A] appear for 3 seconds.
The warning indicator light (Red LED) [B] goes on for 3
seconds and then goes off in a moment after that goes
off.
The warning indicator light (Yellow LED ...