Owner´s Manual
Front and Rear Suspension Inspection
(Refer to the Safety Precautions on page 43.
1. Check the fork assembly by locking the front brake
and pumping the fork up and down vigorously.
Suspension action should be smooth and there
must be no oil leakage.
2. Swingarm bearings should be checked by pushing
hard against the side of the rear wheel while the
motorcycle is on a support block. Free play
indicates worn bearings.
3. Carefully inspect all front and rear suspension
fasteners for tightness.
Side Stand
(Refer to the Safety Precautions on page 43.)
)
Perform the following maintenance in accordance with
the maintenance schedule.
Functional Check
• Check the spring (1) for damage or loss of tension
and the side stand assembly for freedom of
movement.
• Check the side stand ignition cut-off system:
1. Sit astride the motorcycle; put the side stand up
and the transmission in neutral.
2. Start the engine and with the clutch lever pulled in,
shift the transmission into gear.
3. Lower the side stand. The engine should stop as
you put the side stand down.
If the side stand system does not operate as
described, see your Honda dealer for service.
(1)
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(1) Spring