Refer to “electrical components location” in section 0a .
| Note make sure that the battery is fully charged. |
Before removing the turn signal/side-stand relay, check the operation of the turn signal light.
If the turn signal light does not illuminate, inspect the bulb, turn signal switch and circuit connection.
If the bulb, turn signal switch and circuit connection are ok, the turn signal relay may be faulty; therefore, replace the turn signal/side-stand relay with a new one.
Refer to “turn signal / side-stand relay removal and installation” .
Reflex reflector construction
Turn signal / side-stand relay removal and installationCylinder head related parts inspection
Refer to “cylinder head disassembly and assembly” .
Cylinder head distortion
Decarbonize the combustion chambers.
Check the gasket surface of the cylinder head for
distortion. Use a straightedge and thickness gauge.
Take clearance readings at several places. If
readings exceed the ...
Regulator / rectifier inspection
Inspect the regulator/rectifier in the following procedures:
turn the ignition switch off.
Disconnect the regulator/rectifier couplers. Refer to “regulator /
rectifier removal and installation” .
Measure the voltage between the terminals using the multi-circuit
tester ...
Air cleaner element inspection
Inspect air cleaner element
every 6 000 km (4 000 miles, 12 months)
Inspection
Remove the air cleaner element. Refer to “air cleaner element removal
and installation” in section 1d .
Inspect the air cleaner element for clogging. If it is
clogged with dirt, replace it with a new on ...