Body work
RS 50
ch. 7
7-7
7
Release 00 2001-03
Replace the tank in its working position.
Loosen and remove the nut (9) that holds the bolt
(10).
After removing the nut (9), withdraw the bolt (10) from
its hole, where it fixes the tank to the frame.
Take off the washer (11).
EMPTYING THE FUEL TANK
Read carefully (FUEL).
Fire hazard.
Wait until the engine and exhaust muffler cool
down completely.
Fuel vapors can damage your health.
Before proceeding, make sure there is a suitable
air exchange in the room where you are working.
Do not inhale fuel vapors.
Do not smoke or use naked flames.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF FUELIN DRAINS, WATER
COURSES OR THE SOIL.
CAUTION
9
11
10
1
2
The use of open flames is forbidden for any type of
operation. Before commencing any service or in-
spection operation on the vehicle, switch off the
engine and remove the key, wait until the engine and
the exhaust system have cooled down and, if pos-
sible, raise the vehicle with the suitable equipment
onto firm flat ground.
In order to avoid burns, be careful not to touch any parts
of the engine or exhaust systems which have not cooled
down completely.
The exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, a
poisonous gas that can cause loss of consciousness
and even death. Work in a well-ventilated area.
Keep cigarettes, flames or sparks away from the work
area and from the place where gasoline is stored.
KEEP GASOLINE AWAY FROM CHILDREN. DO NOT
DISPOSE OF FUEL IN THE ENVIRONMENT.
Position the motorcycle on the stand.
Stop the engine and wait for it to cool down.
Get a container, big enough to hold the quantity of fuel
remaining in the tank (1), and place it on the ground to
the left of the motorcycle.
Remove the fuel valve (2) and proceed with emptying
the tank.
After emptying the tank, reconnect the fuel valve.
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION