Inspect the regulated voltage in the following procedures:
| Note when making this test, be sure that the battery is in fully charged condition. |
Special tool
(a): 09900–25008 (multi circuit
tester set)
Tester knob indication
voltage (
)
Regulated voltage (charging output) standard: 14.0 – 15.5 V at 5 000 r/min

Battery current leakage inspection
Generator inspectionShort circuit check (wire harness to ground)
Disconnect the negative (–) cable from the battery.
Disconnect the connectors/couplers at both ends of
the circuit to be checked.
Note
if the circuit to be checked branches to other
parts as shown, disconnect all connectors/
couplers of those parts. Otherwise, diagnos ...
Starter clutch inspection
Refer to “starter clutch removal and installation” .
Starter clutch
Install the starter driven gear onto the starter clutch.
Turn the starter driven gear by hand to inspect the
starter clutch for a smooth movement. The gear
turns in one direction only. If a large resistance is felt
...
Using the transmission
The transmission is provided to
keep the engine operating
smoothly in its normal operating
speed range. The gear ratios
have been carefully chosen to
meet the characteristics of the
engine. The rider should always
select the most suitable gear for
the prevailing conditions. Never
slip the c ...