Check that the dampers [A] are in place on the front seat.
Install the collars [B] as shown in the figure.

Place the seat hooks [A] under the fuel tank bracket [B].

Front Seat Removal
Rear Seat RemovalFront Fork
The front fork operation and oil leakage
should be checked in accordance
with the Periodic Maintenance Chart.
For various riding or load conditions
the front fork can be adjusted for:
Spring preload
Rebound damping force
Compression damping force
WARNINGImproper fork leg adju ...
Separator Operation Test
WARNINGGasoline is extremely flammable and can be
explosive
under certain conditions. Turn the ignition
switch OFF. Do not smoke. Make sure the area is
well-ventilated and free from any source of flame
or sparks; this includes any appliance with a pilot
light.
...
Valve Clearance
Valve and valve seat wear decreases
valve clearance, upsetting valve timing.
NOTICE
If valve clearance is left unadjusted,
wear will eventually
cause the valves to remain
partly open; which lowers performance,
burns the valves and
valve seats, and may cause serious
engine damage.
Valve cle ...