MAINTENANCE
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The battery is located under front rack.
To remove the battery:
1. Disconnect holder strap.
2. Disconnect battery negative (-) (black) cable first, followed
by the positive (+) (red) cable.
3. Remove the battery.
4. Clean battery cables and terminals with a stiff wire brush.
Corrosion can be removed using a solution of one cup water
and one tablespoon baking soda. Rinse well with clean
water and dry thoroughly.
5. Reinstall battery, attaching positive (+) (red) cable first and
then the negative (-) (black) cable.
6. Coat terminals and bolt threads with Dielectric Grease (PN
2871329).
7. Reinstall battery cover and holder strap.
SPARK PLUG
1. Remove the seat and left hand side panel.
2. Remove spark plug high tension lead. Clean plug area so no
dirt and debris can fall into engine when plug is removed.
3. Remove spark plug.
4. Inspect electrodes for wear and carbon buildup. Look for a
sharp outer edge with no rounding or erosion of the
electrodes.
5. Clean with electrical contact cleaner or a glass bead spark
plug cleaner only. CAUTION: A wire brush or coated
abrasive should not be used.
6. Measure gap with a wire gauge. Refer to specifications for
proper spark plug type and gap. Adjust gap if necessary by
bending the side electrode carefully.
7. If necessary, replace spark plug with proper type.
CAUTION: Severe engine damage may occur if the
incorrect spark plug is used.
8. Apply a small amount of anti-seize compound to the spark
plug threads.
9. Install spark plug and torque to 9-11 ft. lbs (12-14 Nm).
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of sparks: Whenever re-
moving the battery, disconnect the negative
(black) cable first. When reinstalling the battery,
install the negative cable last.
Inspect electrode for wear and buildup
Spark Plug Gap
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