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
SteeringAir Intake Duct Removal
Remove:
Upper Fairing Assembly (see Upper Fairing Assembly
Removal in the Frame chapter)
Meter Bracket (see Meter Unit Removal/Installation in
the Electrical System chapter)
Immobilizer Amplifier [A] (Equipped Models) (see Immobilizer
System Parts Replacement in the Electrical System
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Cleaning Vehicle before Disassembly
Clean the vehicle thoroughly before disassembly. Dirt or
other foreign materials entering into sealed areas during vehicle
disassembly can cause excessive wear and decrease
performance of the vehicle.
Arrangement and Cleaning of Removed Parts
Disassembled parts are easy to confuse. Arrange ...
Battery Charging
Remove the battery from the motorcycle
(see Battery Removal).
Attach the leads from the charger
and charge the battery at a rate (amperage
x hours) that is indicated on
the battery. If it is not possible to read
the rate, charge the battery at an amperage
that is about 1/10th of the ...