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CHAPTER 3.
PERIODIC INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENTS
INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................................3-1
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE/LUBRICATION INTERVALS........................................3-1
SEAT, FUEL TANK AND REAR COWLING................................................................3-3
REMOVAL ............................................................................................................3-3
INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................3-3
ENGINE........................................................................................................................3-4
VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT ..................................................................3-4
DRIVE CHAIN ADJUSTMENT ..............................................................................3-7
IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT ................................................................................3-7
THROTTLE CABLE FREE PLAY ADJUSTMENT ................................................3-8
SPARK PLUG INSPECTION ................................................................................3-9
IGNITION TIMING CHECK ................................................................................3-11
COMPRESSION INSPECTION ..........................................................................3-12
ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK ..............................................................................3-15
ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT ............................................................................3-17
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE CHECK ....................................................................3-21
CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT ....................................................................................3-21
AIR FILTER CLEANING ......................................................................................3-24
FUEL FILTER CLEANING ..................................................................................3-25
ENGINE OIL TANK FILTER CLEANING ............................................................3-26
SUCTION HOSE AND MANIFOLD INSPECTION..............................................3-28
FUEL LINE INSPECTION ..................................................................................3-28
CRANKCASE VENTILATION HOSE INSPECTION ..........................................3-29
EXHAUST SYSTEM INSPECTION ....................................................................3-29
CHASSIS....................................................................................................................3-30
ADJUSTING THE FRONT BRAKE ....................................................................3-30
ADJUSTING THE REAR BRAKE ......................................................................3-31
CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL ............................................................3-32
BRAKE PAD WEAR INSPECTION ....................................................................3-33
BRAKE HOSING INSPECTION ..........................................................................3-33
BRAKE CIRCUIT BLEEDING ............................................................................3-34
DRIVE CHAIN SLACK INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT..................................3-35
DRIVE CHAIN LUBRICATION ............................................................................3-36
FRONT FORK INSPECTION ..............................................................................3-37
ADJUSTING THE FRONT FORK ......................................................................3-37
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ADJUSTMENT ......................................................3-38
STEERING INSPECTION ..................................................................................3-40
TYRE INSPECTION ............................................................................................3-41
WHEEL INSPECTION ........................................................................................3-44
SPOKE INSPECTION AND TIGHTENING ........................................................3-44
CABLE INSPECTION..........................................................................................3-45
LEVER AND PEDAL LUBRICATION ..................................................................3-45
SIDESTAND LUBRICATION ..............................................................................3-46
REAR SUSPENSION LUBRICATION ................................................................3-46
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LUBRICATION INTERVALS
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PERIODIC INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENTS
INTRODUCTION
This chapter includes all information necessary to perform recommended inspections and adjustments.
These preventive maintenance procedures, if followed, will ensure more reliable vehicle operation and a
longer service life. The need for costly overhaul work will be greatly reduced. This information applies to
vehicles already in service as well as to new vehicles that are being prepared for sale. All service techni-
cians should be familiar with this entire chapter.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE/LUBRICATION INTERVALS
ODOMETER READING (x 1,000 km)
ANNUAL N0. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOB
110 2030 40CHECK
1
*Fuel line• Check fuel hoses for cracks or damage. ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓•
• Check condition.
✓✓
2 Spurk plug• Clean and regap.
• Replace.✓✓
3 * Valves• Check valve clearance.
✓✓ ✓✓
• Adjust.
4Air filter element• Clean.✓✓
• Replace. ✓✓
5 Clutch• Check operation.
✓✓ ✓ ✓✓
• Adjust.
• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakeage.
6 * Front brake•(See NOTE). ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓•
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worm to the limit
• Check operation, fluid level and vehicle
•for fluid leakage. ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓
7 * Rear brake•(See NOTE).
• Replace brake pads. Whenever worm to the limit
8 * Brake hoses• Check for cracks or damage.✓✓✓✓ ✓• Replace. (See NOTE). Every 4 years
9 * Wheels• Check runout, spoke tightness and for damage.
✓✓✓ ✓
• Tighten spokes if necessary.
• Check tread depth and for damage.
10 * Tyres• Replace if necessary.
✓✓✓✓ ✓
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
11 * Wheel bearings• Check bearing for looseness or damage.✓✓✓✓
12 * Swingarm• Check operation and for excessive play.✓✓✓✓
• Check chain slack.
13 * Drive chain• Make sure that the rear wheel is properly aligned.Every 500 km and after washing the
• Clean and lubricate.motorcycle or riding in the rain.
14 *Steering • Check bearing play and steering for roughness. ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓bearings
• Lubrificate with lithium-soap-based grease. Every 20,000 km
15 *Chassis • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly
✓✓ ✓✓ ✓
fasteners•tightened.
16Sidestand• Check operation.
✓✓ ✓✓ ✓
• Lubricate.
17
*Sidestand
• Check operation and for oil leakage. ✓✓ ✓ ✓✓ ✓
switch
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VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT
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6. Align:
•Reference mark “T” on the flywheel (1)
with the fixed reference mark on the
crankcase (2).
NOTE:
Check that the piston is under compression at top
dead centre (T.D.C.).
(3) Ignition timing reference mark
7. Check:
•Valve clearance
Out of specification ➔Adjust.
Valve clearance (cold):
Intake:
0.05 ~ 0.10 mm
Exhaust:
0.12 ~ 0.17 mm
8. Adjust:
•Valve clearance
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Adjustment:
•Loosen the lock nut (1).
•Fit a thickness gauge (2) between the rocker
arm and the valve stem.
•Turn the adjuster (1) clockwise or anticlock-
wise using the special tool (2) to obtain the
required clearance.
Special tool:
P/N. 90890-01311
•Holding the adjuster firmly in place, lock tight-
en lock nut.
Lock nut:
14 Nm (1.4 mkg)
•Measure valve clearance.
If the clearance is incorrect, repeat the previ-
ous stages to achieve the required value.
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IGNITION TIMING CHECK
IGNITION TIMING CHECK
1. Start the engine and let it heat.
2. Connect:
•Inductive rev counter
•Stroboscopic lamp to spark plug cable
Inductive engine speed indicator:
P/N. 90890-03113
Stroboscopic lamp:
P/N. 90890-03141
3. Remove:
•Cap (1)
In certain conditions, the oil might spray out
when the cap is removed. Be careful therefore
when removing the cap.
4. Check:
•Ignition advance
CAUTION:
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Check:
•Heat engine and let it run to the number of
revs required.
Engine idle speed:
1,150 ~ 1,450 rpm
•Check that reference (1) is in the mobile field
of reference (2) on the flywheel.
Incorrect ignition timing ➔ Check the ignition
coil unit.
NOTE:
Ignition timing cannot be adjusted.
5. Install:
•Cap
6. Remove:
•Stroboscopic lamp
•Inductive engine speed indicator
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DRIVE CHAIN SLACK INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
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NOTE:
If bleeing proves difficult, it may be necessary to
allow the brake fluid system to stabilise for a few
hours. Repeat the bleeding procedure when the
tiny bubbles in the system have disappeared.
j. Top up fluid to the maximum level.
DRIVE CHAIN SLACK INSPECTION AND
ADJUSTMENT
Inspecting slack:
NOTE:
Before checking and/or adjusting the chain, rotate
the rear wheel through several revolutions and
check the slack several times to find the point on
the wheel where chain slack is highest.
Check and/or adjust chain slack with rear wheel in
this “tight chain” position.
Drive chain slack:
30 ~ 40 mm
NOTE:
To check chain slack, the motorcycle must stand
in an upright position with its two wheels touching
the ground and no one sitting on it. Check slack in
the position shown in the figure.
2. Adjust:
•Drive chain slack
Slack adjustment:
Too little chain slack will overload the engine
and other vital parts. Keep the slack within the
specified limits.
CAUTION: 1. Check:
•Drive chain slack (a)
Out of specification ➔Adjust.
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DRIVE CHAIN LUBRICATION
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Rear wheel axle nut:
115 Nm (11.5 mkg)
•Turn each adjusting bolt exactly the same
amount to maintain correct axle alignment.
There are marks on each side of the
swingarm. Use these marks to align the rear
wheel.
DRIVE CHAIN LUBRICATION
The chain consists of many parts which work with
each other. If the chain is not maintained properly,
it will wear out quickly. Therefore, the chain must
be serviced regularly. This service is especially
necessary when riding in dusty areas. This motor-
cycle has a drive chain with small rubber O-Rings
between the chain plates. Steam cleaning, high-
pressure washing and certain solvents can dam-
age these O-Rings. Use only kerosene to clean
the drive chain. Wipe it dry, and thoroughly lubri-
cate it with SAE 80 ~ 90W motor oil or special lu-
bricant for O-Ring chains. Do not use any other lu-
bricants on the drive chain. They may contain sol-
vents that could damage the O-Rings.
Recommended lubricant:
SAE 80W/90 engine oil or
special lubricant for
O-Ring chains.
(1) O-Rings
•Loosen the axle nut (1).
•Loosen the locknuts (2) on each side. To tight-
en the chain, turn the chain adjusting bolts (3)
in direction (a). Loosen the locknuts on each
side. To loosen the chain, turn the chain
adjusting bolts in direction (b) and push the
wheel forward.
•After adjusting, tighten the locknuts (2). Then
tighten the axle nut (1) to the specified torque.
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b
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STEERING INSPECTION
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STEERING INSPECTION
WARNING
Hold the motorcycle firmly in place to prevent
it falling over.
1. Raise the front wheel and place a support
under the engine.
2. Check:
•Steering bearings
Grasp the bottoms of the front fork legs
and rock back and forward.
Free play ➔Adjust steering bearing.
3. Adjust:
•Steering bearing
Adjustment:
•Remove the fuel tank.
See section “SEAT, FUEL TANK AND REAR
COWLING”.
•Loosen steering axle nut (1) and fork upper
bracket screws (2).
•Tighten the ring nut (3) with the special
wrench.
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Ring nut (final tightening):
4 Nm (0.4 mkg)
Ring nut (initial tightening):
38 Nm (3.8 mkg)
Ringnut wrench:
P/N. 90890-01268
P/N. 90890-01348
NOTE:
The torque wrench and the ringnut wrench should
form a right angle.
WARNING
Do not tighten the ring nut excessively.
•Loosen the ring nut one turn.
•Retighten the ring nut using the special
wrench.
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WHEEL INSPECTION/
SPOKE INSPECTION AND TIGHTENING
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WHEEL INSPECTION
1. Inspect:
•Wheels
Damage/Deformation ➔Replace.
NOTE:
Always balance the wheel after the replacement
or reassembly of a tyre or rim.
WARNING
Never try to repair a rim in any way.
Bearing inspection
Check the front and rear wheel bearings periodi-
cally to make sure that they do not have free play
in the hub and that the wheel turns smoothly with-
out sticking. Wheel bearings must always be
checked in accordance with the maintenance
table.
SPOKE INSPECTION AND TIGHTENING
1. Inspect:
•Spokes (1)
Curvature/Damaged ➔Replace.
Loose spoke ➔Tighten.
2. Tighten:
•Spoke (s)
NOTE:
Tighten the spokes before and after the break-in
period.
Spoke:
3 Nm (0.3 mkg)
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