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)
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Brake fluid level check
BF: brake fluid (dot 4)
Brake pads check
The extent of brake pad wear can be checked by observing the grooved limit line “a” on the pads. When the wear exceeds the grooved limit line, replace the pads with new ones. Refer to “front brake pad replacement” in section 4b and “rear brake pad replacement” in section 4c .
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Front and rear brake hose inspection
Inspect the brake hoses and hose joints for crack, damage or brake oil leakage. If any defects are found, replace the brake hose with a new one. Refer to “front brake hose removal and installation” in section 4a and “rear brake hose removal and installation” in section 4a .
Brake pedal height inspection and adjustment
Adjust the brake pedal height if necessary.
Brake pedal height “a” standard: 65 – 75 mm (2.6 – 3.0 In)
Tightening torque rear master cylinder rod lock-nut (a): 17 n·m ( 1.7 Kgf-m, 12.5 Lbf-ft)
Brake hose replacement
Replace brake hose every 4 years
Refer to “front brake hose removal and installation” in section 4a and “rear brake hose removal and installation” in section 4a .
Brake fluid replacement
Replace brake fluid every 2 years
Refer to “brake fluid replacement” in section 4a .
Air bleeding from brake fluid circuit
Refer to “air bleeding from brake fluid circuit” in section 4a Rear brake light switch adjustment
Refer to “rear brake light switch inspection and adjustment” in section 4a .
Cushion rod removal and installation
Removal
Remove the right side cowling and side frame covers. Refer to “exterior
parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
Support the motorcycle with a jack to relieve load on
the cushion rod.
Remove the muffler chamber. Refer to “muffler / muffler chamber /
exhaust ...
Oil cooler / oil cooler hose removal and
installation
Refer to “electrical components location” in section 0a .
Removal
Turn the ignition switch off.
Remove the left side cowling. Refer to “exterior parts removal and
installation” in section 9d .
Drain engine oil. Refer to “engine oil and filter replacement” in
section 0b .
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Gearshift shaft / gearshift cam plate removal
and installation
Removal
Remove the engine sprocket cover. Refer to “engine sprocket removal and
installation” in section 3a .
Remove the clutch components. Refer to “clutch removal” in section 5c .
Remove the snap ring (1) and washer (2) from the
gearshift shaft.
Special tool
: 09900–06 ...