6
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Owner’s tool kit .................................................... 6-1
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart ......... 6-2
Removing and installing the panel ....................... 6-5
Checking the spark plugs .................................... 6-6
Engine oil and oil filter element ............................ 6-7
Cleaning the air filter element ............................ 6-11
Adjusting the carburetors ................................... 6-12
Adjusting the engine idling speed ...................... 6-13
Adjusting the throttle cable free play .................. 6-13
Adjusting the valve clearance ............................ 6-14
Tires ................................................................... 6-14
Cast wheels ....................................................... 6-17
Adjusting the brake pedal position ..................... 6-17
Rear brake light switch adjustment .................... 6-18
Checking the front and rear brake pads ............. 6-19
Checking the brake and clutch fluid levels ......... 6-19
Changing the brake and clutch fluids ................. 6-21
Drive chain slack ................................................ 6-21
Lubricating the drive chain ................................. 6-23
Checking and lubricating the cables .................. 6-23Checking and lubricating the throttle
grip and cable ................................................. 6-24
Checking and lubricating the brake and
shift pedals ...................................................... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers .................................................... 6-24
Checking and lubricating the centerstand and
sidestand ......................................................... 6-25
Checking the front fork ...................................... 6-25
Checking the steering ....................................... 6-26
Checking the wheel bearings ............................ 6-27
Battery ............................................................... 6-27
Replacing the fuses .......................................... 6-29
Replacing the headlight bulb ............................. 6-29
Replacing a tail/brake light bulb ........................ 6-31
Replacing a turn signal light bulb ...................... 6-31
Front wheel ....................................................... 6-32
Rear wheel ........................................................ 6-34
Troubleshooting ................................................. 6-36
Troubleshooting chart ........................................ 6-37
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