32.8
Removing and installing right
handlebar fitting
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[RS] Remove left side trim.
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[GS/R] Detach fuel tank and pull it to the rear.
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[RT] Remove upper section of fairing.
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Separate connector (1) at brake light switch.
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Detach brake line and seal off.
e Caution:
Do not allow brake fluid to come into contact with
painted parts of the motorcycle, because brake fluid
destroys paint.
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Remove combination switch.
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Unfasten throttle cable cover (2) and disconnect
throttle cable.
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Unfasten screw (3) and pull out handlebar
weight.
With heated handlebar grips
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Fold back rubber grip at handlebar fitting end.
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Unfasten retaining screws for heated handlebar
grip.
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Separate connector to heated handlebar grip.
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Unfasten cable shoes at connector.
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Pull lead through handlebar.
Without heated handlebar grips
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Cut open rubber grip (4) and pull off.
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Unfasten clamp screw (5) from fitting housing.
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Remove handlebar fitting.
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Install in the reverse order of work.
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Align slot of handlebar fitting (arrow) with punch-
mark on handlebar.
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Secure rubber handlebar grip with
Loctite 638 adhesive and surface activator.
e Caution:
Top up brake fluid, bleed brake system.
– Adjustable handlebar – In the center position the
brake hose fitting at the master brake cylinder must
have sufficient clearance
(app. 5 ... 10 mm (0.1969...0.3937in))
from the center section of the handlebar.
If necessary, unfasten the wiring harness.
X Tightening torque:
Brake hose to fitting....................................... 7 Nm
1
2
5
4
3
RSGS/R/RT
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