NOTE:
When replacing the brake pads, it is not necessary to disconnect the brake hose or disassemble the brake caliper.
1. Measure:
2. Install:
NOTE:
Always install new brake pads, a new brake pad spring and a new brake pad support as a set.
a. Connect a clear plastic hose "1" tightly to the bleed screw "2". Put the other end of the hose into an open container.
b. Loosen the bleed screw and push the brake caliper pistons into the brake caliper with your fingers.
c. Tighten the bleed screw.
d. Install new brake pad support, a new brake pad spring and new brake pads.
NOTE:
The arrow mark "a" on the brake pad spring must point in the direction of disc rotation.
3. Install:
4. Check:
Refer to "CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL" on page 3-18.
5. Check:
Refer to "BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM" on page 3-20.
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 ...
Checking the shift drum assembly
1. Check:
Shift drum groove
Damage/scratches/wear Replace
the shift
drum assembly.
Shift drum segment "1"
Damage/wear Replace the
shift drum assembly.
Shift drum bearing "2"
Damage/pitting Replace the
shift drum assembly.
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Preparation for removal and disassembly
1. Before removal and disassembly, remove all
dirt, mud, dust and foreign material.
2. Use only the proper tools and cleaning equipment.
Refer to "SPECIAL TOOLS" on page 1-8.
3. When disassembling, always keep mated
parts together. This includes gears, cylinders,
pistons and other part ...