The following procedure applies to all of the brake pads.
1. Operate the brake.
2. Check:
Refer to "FRONT BRAKE" on page 4-17.

Checking the brake fluid level
Checking the rear brake padsAssembling the front fork legs
The following procedure applies to both of the
front fork legs.
WARNING
Make sure the oil levels in both front fork
legs are equal.
Uneven oil levels can result in poor handling
and a loss of stability.
NOTE:
When assembling the front fork leg, be sure to
rep ...
Starting the engine
In order for the ignition circuit cut-off
system to enable starting, one of the
following conditions must be met:
The transmission is in the neutral
position.
The transmission is in gear with
the clutch lever pulled and the sidestand
up.
1. Turn the key to "ON" and make
sure ...
Engine oil and oil filter element
The engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter element
replaced at the intervals specified
in the periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
To check the engine oil level
Place the vehicle on a level surface
and hol ...