If the tie-rod [A] do not smoothly stroke or noise is found, inspect the fasteners and tie-rod bearings (see Tie-Rod/Rocker Arm Bearing, Sleeve Inspection in the Suspension chapter).

In this photo, the foot guard has been removed for clarity.
Rocker Arm Operation Inspection
SteeringLubrication
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 ...
IC Igniter Inspection
The IC igniter is built in the ECU [A].
Refer to the following items.
Interlock Operation Inspection (see Interlock Operation
Inspection)
Ignition System Troubleshooting (see Ignition System
section)
ECU Power Supply Inspection (see ECU Power Supply
Inspection in the Fuel System (D ...
ESD (Electronic Steering Damper) ECU Removal (ZX1000JD/KD)
NOTICE
Never drop the ECU especially on a hard surface.
Such a shock to the ECU can damage it.
Lift up the front portion of the fuel tank, and hold it with a
suitable bar or block (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel
System (DFI) chapter).
NOTE
When removing the ESD ECU only, there ...