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 plugTroubleshooting
The ignition system fails to operate (no spark or intermittent spark).
NOTE:
Before troubleshooting, remove the following part(s):
1. Seats
2. Fuel tank
3. Right side cover
4. Left side panel
5. Left upper side cowling
...
Replacing a turn signal light bulb
Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
Screw
Remove the burnt-out bulb by
pushing it in and turning it counterclockwise.
Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clockwise
until it stops.
Install the lens by installing ...
Adjusting the rear disc brake
1. Check:
Brake pedal position
(distance "a" from the center of the rider footrest
to the center of the brake pedal)
Out of specification Adjust.
2. Adjust:
Brake pedal position
a. Loosen the locknut "1".
b. Remove the cotter pin "2", washer "3", and
pin "4".
c. Turn t ...