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
SteeringExternal Shift Mechanism Removal
Remove:
Shift Lever (see Shift Pedal Removal)
Oil Pump Drive Gear (see Oil Pump Drive Gear Removal/
Installation in the Engine Lubrication System
chapter)
Circlip [A]
Washer [B]
Special Tool - Outside Circlip Pliers: 57001-144
Remove:
Shift Shaft Assembly [A]
Washer [B] ...
Troubleshooting Guide
NOTE
Refer to the Fuel System chapter for most
of DFI trouble shooting guide.
This is not an exhaustive list, giving every
possible cause for each problem listed. It
is meant simply as a rough guide to assist
the troubleshooting for some of the more
common difficulties.
Engine Doe ...
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 ...