5-5
PROCEDURE FOR RETURNING TO
SERVICE
HOW TO RETURN TO SERVICE
1. Clean the entire motorcycle.
2. Remove the oily rags from the air
cleaner intake and muffler outlet.
3. Drain all the engine oil. Install a new
oil filter and fill the engine with fresh
oil as outlined in this manual.
4. Reinstall the battery by referring to
the BATTERY section.
5. Make sure that the motorcycle is
properly lubricated.
6. Perform the INSPECTION BEFORE
RIDING as listed in this manual.
7. Start the motorcycle as outlined in
this manual.
CORROSION PREVENTION
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT
CORROSION
Perform maintenance to prevent the
motorcycle from rusting and extend its
life.
The following can cause corrosion.
• Sea air, unpaved roads, road salt,
moisture and accumulation of chem-
ical substances.
• Damage to metal parts or painted
surfaces caused by minor crashes,
or by being struck by sand or stones,
or other debris.