


Installing the primary drive gear and balancer gears
Separating the crankcaseDrive chain slack
The drive chain slack should be
checked before each ride and adjusted
if necessary.
To check the drive chain slack
Place the motorcycle on the sidestand.
TIP
When checking and adjusting the drive
chain slack, there should be no weight
on the motorcycle.
Shift the transmission in ...
Checking the front wheel
1. Check:
Front wheel axle
Roll the wheel axle on a flat surface.
Bends → Replace.
WARNINGDo not attempt to straighten a bent wheel
axle.
2. Check:
Tire
Front wheel
Damage/wear → Replace.
Refer to "CHECKING THE TIRES" on page
3-23 and "CHECKING TH ...
Overheating
Engine
1. Clogged coolant passages
Cylinder head and piston
Heavy carbon buildup
2. Engine oil
Incorrect oil level
Incorrect oil viscosity
Inferior oil quality
Cooling system
1. Coolant
Low coolant level
2. Radiator
Damaged or leaking radiator
Faulty radiator cap
...