The motorcycle is equipped with a side stand.

A. Side Stand
NOTE
When using the side stand, turn the handlebar to the left.
Do not sit on the motorcycle while it is on its side stand or centre stand.
Always kick the stand fully up before sitting on the motorcycle.
NOTE
The motorcycle is equipped with a side stand switch. This switch is designed so that the engine does not start if the transmission is in gear and the side stand is down.
Fuels Containing Oxygenates
SeatsOxygen Sensor - not activated (Service Code 33, Equipped Models)
Oxygen Sensor Removal/Installation
Refer to the Oxygen Sensor Removal/Installation
(Equipped Models) in the Electrical System chapter.
Oxygen Sensor Inspection
Remove:
Fuel Tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel System
(DFI) chapter)
Oxygen Sensor Lead Connector [A]
Connect t ...
Front Fork
The front fork operation and oil leakage
should be checked in accordance
with the Periodic Maintenance Chart.
For various riding or load conditions
the front fork can be adjusted for:
Spring preload
Rebound damping force
Compression damping force
WARNINGImproper fork leg adju ...
Piston Ring, Piston Ring Groove Wear Inspection
Check for uneven groove wear by inspecting the ring seating.
The rings should fit perfectly parallel to groove surfaces.
If not, replace the piston and all the piston rings.
With the piston rings in their grooves, make several measurements
with a thickness gauge [A] to determine pisto ...