If the tie-rod [C] is to be removed from the shift pedal and the shift lever, loosen the tie-rod locknuts [D].
The front tie-rod locknut is left-hand thread.
Shift Pedal InstallationEngine Removal
Support the rear part of the swingarm with a stand.
Squeeze the brake lever slowly and hold it with a band
[A].
WARNINGMotorcycle may fall over unexpectedly
resulting in
an accident or injury. Be sure to hold the front brake
when removing the engine.
NOTICE
Be sure ...
Windshield and Other Plastic Parts
After washing use a soft cloth to
gently dry plastic parts. When dry,
treat the windshield, headlight lens,
and other nonpainted plastic parts with
an approved plastic cleaner/polisher
product.
NOTICE
Plastic parts may deteriorate
and break if they come in contact
with chemical substances
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Cylinder (Upper Crankcase) Wear Inspection
Split the crankcase (see Crankcase Splitting).
Remove the pistons (see Piston Removal).
Assemble the cylinder (upper crankcase) [A], the cylinder
head [B] and the cylinder head gasket [C].
Tighten the cylinder head bolts (see Cylinder Head Installation
in the Engine Top End chapter).
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