WARNING Some replacement tires may adversely affect handling and cause an accident resulting in serious injury or death. To ensure proper handling and stability, use only the recommended standard tires for replacement, inflated to the standard pressure. |
NOTICE
Replace the air valve whenever the tire is replaced.
Do not reuse the air valve.
Remove the valve cap, lubricate the stem seal [A] with a soap and water solution or rubber lubricant, and pull [B] the valve stem through the rim from the inside out until it snaps into place.
NOTICE
Do not use engine oil or petroleum distillates to lubricate the stem because they will deteriorate the rubber.
Valve Cap [A] Valve Core [B] Stem Seal [C] Valve Stem [D] Valve Seat [E] Valve Opened [F]
Tire Rotation Mark [A] Rotating Direction [B]
WARNING Overinflating a tire can cause it to explode, causing serious injury or death. Be sure to install the valve core whenever inflating the tire, and do not inflate the tire to more than 400 kPa (4.0 kgf/cm², 57 psi). |
If the rim flanges and tire sidewall rim lines are not parallel, remove the valve core.
Inflate the tire slightly above standard inflation.
Use a soap and water solution or submerge the tire, and check for bubbles that would indicate leakage.
Daily Checks
Check the following items each day before you ride. The time required is
minimal,
and habitual performance of these checks will help ensure you a safe, reliable
ride.
If any irregularities are found during these checks, refer to the Maintenance
and
Adjustment chapter or see your dealer fo ...
Keys
This motorcycle has a combination
key, which is used for the ignition
switch, steering lock, seat lock, and
fuel tank cap.
Included with the key is a key number,
which may be stamped on a separate
plate. Record the key number in
the space provided and store the number
in a safe place. If y ...
Crankshaft Main Bearing
Insert/Journal Wear Inspection
Split the crankcase (see Crankcase Splitting).
Cut strips of plastigage to journal width.
Place a strip on each journal parallel to the crankshaft
installed in the correct position.
Tighten the crankcase bolts to the specified torque (see
Crankcase Assembly).
NOTE
Do not turn ...