| WARNING Downshifting to a lower gear at high speed causes engine rpm to increase excessively, potentially damaging the engine and it may also cause the rear wheel to skid and cause an accident. |
Vehicle speed when shifting

NOTE
The transmission is equipped with a positive neutral finder. When the motorcycle is standing still, the transmission cannot be shifted past neutral from 1st gear. To use the positive neutral finder, shift down to 1st gear, then lift up on the shift pedal while standing still. The transmission will shift only into neutral.
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BrakingLower Fairing Installation
Installation is the reverse of removal. Note the following.
When installing the pad [A], align the edge of the pad and
the marking of the fairing [B].
When installing the pad [C], align the edge of the pad and
the fairing [D], and fit the edge of the pad to the boss [E].
Insert the hoo ...
Exhaust Device
This motorcycle is equipped with a
exhaust device system. This system
controls the valve in the exhaust pipe
and produces stable engine power at
low and middle engine speed. This exhaust
device is controlled by the ECU,
and adjustment or maintenance should
be done only by a competent mechanic ...
Piston 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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