Note the right and left front forks are installed symmetrically and therefore the removal procedure for one side is the same as that for the other side. |
Removal
Caution
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Note slightly loosen the front fork cap (5) to facilitate later disassembly. |
Special tool
: 09941–53670 (front fork cap
socket
wrench (45 mm))
Note hold the front fork by hand to prevent it sliding out of the steering stem. |
Installation
Tightening torque front fork cap (a): 35 n·m (3.5 Kgf-m, 25.5 Lbf-ft)
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Tightening torque front fork lower clamp bolt (b): 23 n·m (2.3 Kgfm, 16.5 Lbf-ft)
Tightening torque front fork upper clamp bolt (c): 23 n·m (2.3 Kgfm, 16.5 Lbf-ft)
Tightening torque handlebar clamp bolt (d): 23 n·m (2.3 Kgf-m, 16.5 Lbf-ft)
![]() remounting the brake calipers, pump the brake lever until the pistons push the pads correctly. |
Note before tightening the front axle bolt and front axle pinch bolts, move the front fork up and down four or five times. |
Front brake caliper parts inspection
Refer to “front brake caliper disassembly and assembly” .
Brake caliper cylinder
Inspect the brake caliper cylinder wall for nicks,
scratches or other damage. If any damage is found,
replace the caliper with a new one.
Brake caliper piston
Inspect the surface of brake caliper pistons for a ...
Starting the engine
Before attempting to start the
engine, make sure:
The transmission is in neutral.
The engine stop switch is in
the "" position.
Note: this motorcycle has a
starter interlock system for the
ignition and starter circuit. The
engine can only be started if:
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Radiator / cooling fan motor removal and
installation
Removal
Remove the inner under cowlings. Refer to “exterior parts removal and
installation” in section 9d .
Drain engine coolant. Refer to “cooling system inspection” in section
0b .
Disconnect the reservoir tank inlet hose (1) and
water air bleed hose (2).
Remove ...