Since the coupling bearing is made to extremely close tolerances, the clearance can not normally be measured.

NOTE
It is not necessary to remove the coupling bearing for inspection. If the bearing is removed, it will need to be replaced with a new one.
If the bearing play, roughness or binding is found, replace the bearing.
Coupling Bearing Lubrication
Pack the bearing with high-temperature grease. Turn the bearing around by hand a few times to make sure the grease is distributed uniformly inside the bearing.
Coupling Bearing Installation
Coupling Damper InspectionBrake Light Switch Operation Inspection
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
The brake light (LED) [A] should go on when the brake
lever is applied or after the brake pedal is depressed
about 10 mm (0.39 in.).
If it does not, adjust the brake light switch.
Remove the front footpeg bracket (see Brake Pedal Removal
in the B ...
Sprocket Wear Inspection
Visually inspect the engine and rear sprocket teeth for
wear and damage.
If the teeth are worn as illustrated, replace the sprocket,
and inspect the drive chain wear (see Drive Chain Wear
Inspection in the Periodic Maintenance chapter).
Worn Tooth (Engine Sprocket) [A]
Worn Tooth (Rear ...
Self-Diagnosis Procedures
NOTE
Use a fully charged battery when conducting
self-diagnosis. Otherwise, the light (LED) and symbol
do not light or blink.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
When a problem occurs with DFI system and ignition system,
the warning indicator light (LED) [A] goes on and
FI warning symbol ...