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 DisassemblyTransmission Shaft Assembly
Apply molybdenum disulfide oil solution to the sliding surfaces
of the gears and shafts.
Install the gears and the gear bushings [A] with their holes
[B] aligned.
Replace any circlips removed with new ones.
Install the circlips [A] so that the opening [B] of it is aligned
with ...
Interlock Operation Inspection
Raise the rear wheel off the ground with the stand [A].
1st Check
Start the engine to the following conditions
Condition:
Transmission Gear → 1st Position
Clutch Lever → Release
Sidestand → Down or Up
Turn the ignition switch to ON and push the starter butto ...
Rear Caliper Removal
Remove:
Bolt [A]
Rear Wheel Rotation Sensor [B]
Loosen the banjo bolt [C] at the brake hose lower end,
and tighten it loosely.
Loosen the caliper holder pin [D].
Remove the rear wheel (see Rear Wheel Removal in the
Wheels/Tires chapter).
Unscrew the banjo bolt and remove t ...