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
SteeringLiquid Gasket, Non-permanent Locking Agent
For applications that require Liquid Gasket or a
Non-permanent Locking Agent, clean the surfaces so
that no oil residue remains before applying liquid gasket or
non-permanent locking agent. Do not apply them excessively.
Excessive application can clog oil passages and
cause serious damage.
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Lubrication
Lubrication is necessary after riding
through rain or on wet roads, or any
time that the chain appears dry.
Use a lubricant for sealed chains to
prevent deterioration of chain seals. If
the chain is especially dirty, clean it
using a cleaner for sealed chains following
the instructions suppli ...
Connecting Rod Twist Inspection
With the big-end arbor [A] still on V block [C], hold the
connecting rod horizontally and measure the amount that
the arbor [B] varies from being paralleled with the surface
plate over a 100 mm (3.94 in.) length of the arbor to determine
the amount of connecting rod twist.
If the conne ...