Before starting to perform an inspection service or carry out a disassembly and reassembly operation on a motorcycle, read the precautions given below. To facilitate actual operations, notes, illustrations, photographs, cautions, and detailed descriptions have been included in each chapter wherever necessary. This section explains the items that require particular attention during the removal and reinstallation or disassembly and reassembly of general parts.
Especially note the following.
General Information
Battery GroundRadiator and Cooling Fan
Check the radiator fins for obstruction
by insects or mud. Clean off
any obstructions with a stream of
low-pressure water.
WARNINGThe cooling fan spins at high
speed and can cause serious
injuries. Keep your hands and
clothing away from the cooling
fan blades at all times.
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Washing Your Motorcycle
Rinse your bike with cold water from
a garden hose to remove any loose
dirt.
Mix a mild neutral detergent (designed
for motorcycles or automobiles)
and water in a bucket. Use
a soft cloth or sponge to wash your
motorcycle. If needed, use a mild degreaser
to remove any oil or greas ...
Tachometer
The tachometer shows the engine
speed in revolutions per minute (r/min,
rpm).
On the right side of the tachometer
face is a portion called the “red zone”.
Engine r/min (rpm) in the red zone is
above maximum recommended engine
speed and is also above the range for
good performance.
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