1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.
NOTE:
2. Check:
Coolant level The coolant level should be between the maximum level mark "a" and minimum level mark "b".
Below the minimum level mark → Add the recommended coolant to the proper level.
NOTE:
To access the coolant reservoir cap "1", remove the right side cover. Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.

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3. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it off.
4. Check:
NOTE:
Before checking the coolant level, wait a few minutes until it settles.
Checking the exhaust system
Checking the cooling systemChecking the steering head
1. Wash:
Bearings
Bearing races
2. Check:
Bearings
Bearing races
Damage/pitting →Replace.
3. Replace:
Bearings
Bearing races
a. Remove the bearing races from the steering
head pipe with a long rod "1" and hammer.
b. Remove the bearing race from the lower
bracket ...
Checking the cooling system
1. Remove:
Side covers
Upper side cowlings
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
2. Check:
Radiator "1"
Radiator inlet hose "2"
Radiator outlet hose "3"
Coolant reservoir hose "4"
Water pump breather hose "5"
Cracks/damage → Replace.
Refer to "RADIATOR" on page 6-1 ...
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 ...