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
SteeringCAN Communication (Transmission)/CAN Bus OFF Monitor Inspection (Service Code
b 57) CAN Communication (Reception) Monitor Inspection (Service Code b 58)
Remove:
Seat (see Seat Removal in the Frame chapter)
Immobilizer (Equipped Models)/Kawasaki Diagnostic
System Connector Cap [A]
Measure the CAN communication line resistance.
Immobilizer (Equipped Models)/Kawasaki Diagnostic
System Connector [A]
GY/BL Terminal [B]
LB Ter ...
Lower Crankcase Assembly
Install the ball bearing [A] and the oil level inspection window
[B] until they are bottomed
Apply soap and water solution to the oil level inspection
window before installation.
Install the new circlip [C].
Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the oil passage
plug [D].
Tighten: ...
Upper Fairing Assembly Removal
Remove:
Lower Fairings (see Lower Fairing Removal)
Center Inner Fairing (see Center Inner Fairing Removal)
Upper Inner Fairings (see Upper Inner Fairing Removal)
Windshield (see Windshield Removal)
Disconnect the front turn signal light lead connector [A]
(both sides).
Remove the bo ...