Precautions for suspension
Refer to “general precautions” in section 00 (page 00-1).
All
suspensions, bolts and nuts are an important part in that it could affect the performance of vital parts. They must be tightened to the specified torque periodically and if the suspension effect is lost, replace it with a new one. |
| Caution never attempt to heat, quench or straighten any suspension part. Replace it with a new one, or damage to the part may result. |
Suspension
Suspension general diagnosisBrakes
This motorcycle has front and
rear disk brakes.
Warning
Failure to inspect and properly
maintain the brakes increases
your chance of having an accident.
Inspect the brake system
before each use according to
the inspection before
riding section. Follow the
maintenance ...
Brake system inspection
Inspect brake system
initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 2 months) and every
6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months) thereafter
Inspect brake hose and brake fluid
every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months)
The brake system of this motorcycle is
filled with a glycol-based brake flui ...
Damping force adjustment
The rebound and compression
damping force can be individually
adjusted by turning the respective
adjusters. The rebound damping
force adjuster 1 is located at the
bottom of the rear suspension.
The compression damping force
adjuster 2 is located at the left
side of the motorcycle.
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