If the rocker arm [A] does not smoothly stroke or noise is found, inspect the fasteners and bearings (see Tie-Rod/Rocker Arm Bearing, Sleeve Inspection in the Suspension chapter).
In this photo, the foot guard has been removed for clarity.
Front Forks/Rear Shock Absorber Operation Inspection
Tie-Rod Operation InspectionPiston Ring Groove Width Inspection
Measure the piston ring groove width.
Use a vernier caliper at several points around the piston.
Piston Ring Groove Width
Standard:
Top [A] 0.82 0.84 mm (0.0323
0.0331 in.)
Second [B] 0.82 0.84 mm
(0.0323 0.0331 in.)
Service Limit:
0.92 mm (0.036 in.)
Second 0.92 mm (0.036 in.)
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Front Wheel Rotation Sensor Removal
NOTICE
The wheel rotation sensor should be handled carefully,
never struck sharply, as with a hammer, or allowed
to fall on a hard surface since the wheel rotation
sensor is precision made. Be careful not to get
water or mud on the wheel rotation sensor.
Do not try to disassemble or repair t ...
Sidestand Installation
Replace the sidestand nut [A] with a new one.
Apply grease to the sliding areas [B].
Tighten the sidestand bolt [C] first, and then the sidestand
nut.
Torque - Sidestand Bolt: 44 N·m (4.5 kgf·m, 32 ft·lb)
Sidestand Nut: 29 N·m (3.0 kgf·m, 21 ft·lb)
Install the spring [D] as sh ...