Wiring Inspection
If any wiring is poor, replace the damaged wiring.
If the connector is corroded or dirty, clean it carefully. If it is damaged, replace it.

Use the wiring diagram to find the ends of the lead which is suspected of being a problem.
Connect the hand tester between the ends of the leads.
Special Tool - Hand Tester: 57001-1394
Set the tester to the × 1 Ω range, and read the tester.
If the tester does not read 0 Ω, the lead is defective. Replace the lead or the wiring harness [A] if necessary.

Precautions
BatteryFuel Reserve Switch Inspection
Fill the fuel tank with fuel and close the fuel tank cap.
Remove the front seat (see Front Seat Removal in the
Frame chapter).
Disconnect the fuel pump lead connector [A].
Connect the test light [A] (12 V 3.4 W bulb in a socket
with leads) and the 12 V battery [B] to the fuel pu ...
Axle Inspection
Remove the front and rear axles (see Front/Rear Wheel
Removal).
Visually inspect the front and rear axle for damages.
If the axle is damaged or bent, replace it.
Place the axle in V blocks that are 100 mm (3.94 in.) [A]
apart, and set a dial gauge [B] on the axle at a point
halfway ...
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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