NOTICE
Do not remove the bearings for inspection. Removal may damage them.
If there is any doubt as to the condition of any of the needle bearings or sleeve, replace the sleeve and needle bearings as a set.
Rocker Arm/Tie-Rod Bearing Lubrication
NOTE
Since the bearings are packed with grease, lubrication is not required.
Tie-Rod and Rocker Arm Bearing Installation
SteeringBreak-in
The first 1 600 km (1 000 mi) that the motorcycle is ridden is designated
as the
break-in period. If the motorcycle is not used carefully during this period, you
may
very well end up with a “broken down” instead of a “broken in” motorcycle after
a
few thousand kilometers.
The fol ...
Water Pump Inspection
Remove the left lower fairing (see Lower Fairing Removal
in the Frame chapter).
Check the drainage outlet passage [A] at the bottom of
the water pump body for coolant leaks.
If the mechanical seal is damaged, the coolant leaks
through the seal and drains through the passage. Replace
th ...
Engine Vacuum Synchronization Inspection
NOTE
These procedures are explained on the assumption that
the intake and exhaust systems of the engine are in
good condition.
Situate the motorcycle so that it is vertical.
Remove:
Fuel Tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel System
(DFI) chapter)
Air Cleaner Housing (see Air Cleaner ...