NOTE
Do not use emery or sand paper on the commutator.

Replace the starter motor with a new one if there is any damage or wear.
Replace the starter motor with a new one if discoloration is noticed.
Brush Inspection
Armature InspectionLights and Switches Operation Inspection
First Step
Set the gear position in the neutral position.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
The following lights should go on according to below table.
If the following light does not go on, inspect the meter
unit (see Meter Unit Inspection in the Electrical System
chapter).
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Air Intake Duct Removal
Remove:
Upper Fairing Assembly (see Upper Fairing Assembly
Removal in the Frame chapter)
Meter Bracket (see Meter Unit Removal/Installation in
the Electrical System chapter)
Immobilizer Amplifier [A] (Equipped Models) (see Immobilizer
System Parts Replacement in the Electrical System
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Crankcase Assembly
NOTICE
The upper and lower crankcase halves are machined
at the factory in the assembled state, so the
crankcase halves must be replaced as a set.
With a high flash-point solvent, clean off the mating surfaces
of the crankcase halves and wipe dry
WARNINGGasoline and low flash-poin ...