

Installing the rear shock absorber assembly
Removing the swingarmChecking and lubricating the cables
The following procedure applies to all of the inner
and outer cables.
WARNINGDamaged outer cable may cause the cable to
corrode and interfere with its movement. Replace
damaged outer cable and inner cables
as soon as possible.
1. Check:
Outer cable
Damage Replace.
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Checking the cylinder head breather hose
1. Remove:
Left side panel
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
2. Check:
Cylinder head breather hose "1"
Cracks/damage → Replace.
Loose connection → Connect properly.
CAUTION:Make sure the cylinder head
breather hose is
routed correctly.
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Checking the clutch boss
1. Check:
Clutch boss splines
Damage/pitting/wear Replace the
clutch
boss.
NOTE:
Pitting on the clutch boss splines will cause erratic
clutch operation.
Checking the pressure plate
1. Check:
Pressure plate
Cracks/damage Replace.
Checking the clutch push lever and short clutch push ...