MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
7-4
73. Perform the following steps to pro-
tect the cylinders, piston rings, etc.
from corrosion.a. Remove the spark plug caps and spark plugs.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into each spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug caps onto the spark plugs, and then place
the spark plugs on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit spark-
ing during the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will
coat the cylinder walls with oil.)
WARNING! To prevent dam- age or injury from sparking,
make sure to ground the
spark plug electrodes while
turning the engine over.
[EWA10951]
e. Remove the spark plug caps from the spark plugs, and then
install the spark plugs and the
spark plug caps. 4. Lubricate all control cables and the
pivoting points of all levers and
pedals as well as of the side-
stand/centerstand.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct the tire air pressure, and then lift
the motorcycle so that both of its
wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
tively, turn the wheels a little every
month in order to prevent the tires
from becoming degraded in one
spot.
6. Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture
from entering it.
7. Remove the battery and fully charge it. Store it in a cool, dry
place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an ex-
cessively cold or warm place [less
than 0 ° C (30 °F) or more than 30
° C (90 ° F)]. For more information
on storing the battery, see page
6-28.
TIPMake any necessary repairs before
storing the motorcycle.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Secondary reduction system:Shaft drive
Secondary reduction ratio: 21/25 × 32/9 (2.987)
Transmission type:
Constant mesh 6-speed
Operation: Left foot operation
Gear ratio: 1st: 36/13 (2.769)
2nd: 33/16 (2.063)
3rd:
33/21 (1.571)
4th: 30/24 (1.250)
5th: 25/24 (1.042)
6th:
26/28 (0.929)Chassis:Frame type:Steel tube backbone
Caster angle:
28.00 °
Trail: 126.0 mm (4.96 in)Front tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: 110/80R19M/C 59V Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/BW501
Manufacturer/model: METZELER/TOURANCE EXP C
Rear tire:Type:Tubeless
Size: 150/70R17M/C 69V
Manufacturer/model:
BRIDGESTONE/BW502
Manufacturer/model: METZELER/TOURANCE EXP CLoading:Maximum load:
209 kg (461 lb)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)Tire air pressure (measured on cold
tires):Loading condition:0– 90 kg (0– 198 lb)
Front: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm ², 33 psi)
Rear:
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/cm ², 36 psi)
Loading condition: 90–209 kg (198 –461 lb)
Front: 225 kPa (2.25 kgf/cm ², 33 psi)
Rear:
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/cm ², 42 psi)
Front wheel:Wheel type:
Spoke wheel
Rim size:
19M/C x MT2.50Rear wheel:Wheel type:Spoke wheel
Rim size:
17M/C x MT4.00Front brake:Type:Dual disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid: DOT 4Rear brake:Type:
Single disc brake
Operation: Right foot operation
Recommended fluid: DOT 4Front suspension:Type:Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel:
190.0 mm (7.48 in)Rear suspension:Type:Swingarm (link suspension)
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