Refer to “engine top side disassembly” .
Refer to “engine top side assembly” .
Cylinder distortion
Check the gasket surface of the cylinder for distortion.
Use a straightedge and thickness gauge. Take clearance readings at several places. If any reading exceeds the service limit, replace the crankcase set.
Special tool : 09900–20803 (thickness gauge)
Cylinder distortion service limit: 0.02 Mm (0.0008 In)

Cylinder bore
Measure the cylinder bore diameter at six places. If any one of the measurements exceed the limit, overhaul the cylinder and replace the piston with an oversize piston.
The remaining cylinders must also be rebored accordingly; otherwise, the imbalance might cause excessive vibration.
Special tool (a): 09900–20530 (cylinder gauge set)
Cylinder bore standard: 74.500 – 74.515 Mm (2.9331 – 2.9337 In)


Piston-to-cylinder clearance
Refer to “piston and piston ring inspection” (page 1d- 71).
Engine bottom side assembly
Piston ring removal and installationRiding on hills
When climbing steep hills, the
motorcycle may begin to slow
down and show lack of power.
At this point you should shift to
a lower gear so that the engine
will again be operating in its
normal power range. Shift rapidly
to prevent the motorcycle
from losing momentum.
When ...
If you don't have a helmet, buy a helmet and wear it every
time you ride
Most accidents occur within a few
miles of home, and almost half
occur at speeds of less than 30
mph. So even if you're just going
on a quick errand, be preparedstrap
on your helmet before you
take off.
Helmets do not reduce essential
vision or hearing. Generally, helmets
do not cause or ...
Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material
Note
required service material is also described in the following.
“Front brake master cylinder components” “rear brake master
cylinder components” “rear brake pedal construction”
Special tool
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