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
SteeringMain Throttle Sensor Input Voltage Inspection
NOTE
Be sure the battery is fully charged.
Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Remove the throttle body assy (see Throttle Body Assy
Removal in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter).
Do not disconnect the connectors of the throttle body
assy.
Disconnect the main throttle sensor connector ...
Multifunction Display
The multifunction display indicates
the following modes.
Odometer
Trip meter A
Trip meter B
Current Mileage
Average Mileage
Fuel Consumption
Stop Watch
These display modes can be shifted
by pushing the upper button.
NOTE
The “FUEL” warning can be indicated
if the ...
Fuse Box Fuse Removal
Remove the left upper inner fairing (see Upper Inner Fairing
Removal in the Frame chapter).
Unlock the hook [A] to take off the fuse box 1 [B].
Unlock the hook [C] to lift up the lid.
Pull the fuses [A] straight out of the fuse box 1 with needle
nose pliers.
Fuse Box 2
...