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
SeatsBattery Removal
Remove the rider’s seat (see Seats
section in the GENERAL INFORMATION
chapter).
Turn the ignition switch to “OFF” and
disconnect the (–) cable from the battery.
Remove the red cap form the (+) terminal,
and disconnect the (+) cables
from the battery.
NOTE
The battery is ...
Starter Motor Installation
NOTICE
Do not tap the starter motor shaft or body. Tapping
the shaft or body could damage the motor.
Clean the starter motor legs [A] and crankcase where the
starter motor is ground.
Replace the O-ring [A] with a new one.
Apply grease to the new O-ring.
Tighten:
Torque - Starter ...
Stator Coil Installation
Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the threads of
the stator coil bolts and tighten them.
Torque - Stator Coil Bolts: 12 N·m (1.2 kgf·m, 106 in·lb)
Using a high flash-point solvent, clean off any oil or dirt
that may be on the silicone sealant coating area. Dry
them with a clea ...