MAINTENANCE
3-30
Check for worn swingarm bearings by grabbing the
rear swingarm and attempting to move the swing-
arm side to side.
Replace the bearings if any are looseness is noted
(page 14-18).
Check the action of the shock absorber by com-
pressing it several times.
Check the entire shock absorber assembly for signs
of leaks, damage or loose fasteners.
Replace damaged components which cannot be
repaired.
Tighten all nuts and bolts.
Refer to the shock absorber service (page 14-14).
NUTS, BOLTS, FASTENERS
Check that all chassis nuts and bolts are tightened
to their specified torque values (page 1-14).
Check that all hose clamps and cable stays are in
place and properly secured.
WHEELS/TIRES
Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are
COLD.
RECOMMENDED TIRE PRESSURE AND TIRE SIZE:
FRONT REAR
Tire pressure
250 kPa (2.50 kgf/
cm
2
, 36 psi)
290 kPa (2.90 kgf/
cm
2
, 42 psi)
Tire size
120/70ZR 17M/C
(58W)
160/60ZR 17M/C
(69W)
Tire bland:
Bridgestone
BT–57F RADIAL
U
BT–57R RADIAL
E
Tire bland:
Michelin
Pilot ROAD B Pilot ROAD A
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