Removing and installing the cowlings and panel
The cowlings and panel shown need to be removed to perform some of the maintenance jobs described in this chapter. Refer to this section each time a cowling or panel needs to be removed and installed.
Cowling A
To remove the cowling
Remove the screws, and then take the cowling off.

Screw
Cowling A
To install the cowling
Place the cowling in the original position, and then install the screws.
Cowling B
To remove the cowling

Screw
Cowling B
To install the cowling
Cowling C
To remove the cowling
Remove the screws, and then pull the cowling off as shown.

Screw
Cowling C
To install the cowling
Place the cowling in the original position, and then install the screws.
Cowling D
To remove the cowling
TIP
The quick fastener is removed by pushing
the center pin in with a screwdriver,
then pulling the fastener out.

Quick fastener
Screw
Cowling D
To install the cowling
TIP
To install the quick fasteners, push the
center pin out so that it will protrude
from the fastener head, insert the fastener
into the cowling, and then push
the protruding pin in until it is flush with
the fastener head.
Panel A
To remove the panel

Screw
Panel A
To install the panel
General maintenance and lubrication chart
Checking the spark plugChecking the radiator fan motor
1. Check:
Radiator fan motor
Faulty/rough movement → Replace.
a. Disconnect the radiator fan motor coupler
from the wire harness.
b. Connect the battery (DC 12 V) as shown.
Positive tester probe →
blue "1"
Negative tester probe →
black "2"
c. Measure ...
Checking the rear brake caliper
1. Check:
Brake caliper piston "1"
Rust/scratches/wear Replace the
brake
caliper piston.
Brake caliper cylinder "2"
Scratches/wear Replace the
brake caliper
assembly.
Brake caliper body "3"
Cracks/damage Replace the
brake caliper
assembly.
Brake fluid deli ...
Checking and adjusting the steering head
1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface
WARNINGSecurely support the vehicle so that there
is
no danger of it falling over.
NOTE:
Place the vehicle on a suitable stand so that the
front wheel is elevated.
2. Check:
Steering head
Grasp the bottom of the front fork legs an ...