NOTE
Be sure the transmission and external shift mechanism are good condition.

When changing the gear position from lower gear to higher gear, raise the rear wheel off the ground with the stand and rotate the rear wheel by hand.
Internal Circuit [C]
[1] LG Lead [2] G/R Lead [3] BK Lead
Special Tool - Hand Tester: 57001-1394

Gear Position Switch Resistance

If the tester reading is not as specified, replace the gear position switch with a new one.
Gear Position Switch Installation
Relay BoxGear Position Switch Removal
Remove:
Oil Pump (see Oil pump Removal in the Engine Lubrication
System chapter)
Engine Sprocket (see Engine Sprocket Removal in the
Final Drive chapter)
Fuel Tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel System
(DFI) chapter)
Disconnect the connector [A].
Remove:
Screws [A]
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US, CA and CAL Models
1. Hold the water hose [A]. Insert the tab into the slot.
2. Hold the water hose [B]. Insert the tab into the slot.
3. Water Hose Fitting on Cylinder Head
4. Heat Insulation Rubber Plate
5. Run the crankshaft sensor lead and the oil pressure switch lead into the
slot, and hook the slot
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Wheel Bearing Damage Inspection
Raise the front wheel off the ground with the jack (see
Front Wheel Removal in the Wheels/Tires chapter).
Special Tools - Jack: 57001-1238
Jack Attachment: 57001-1608
Turn the handlebar all the way to the right or left.
Inspect the roughness of the front wheel bearing by moving
[A] ...