PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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CHECKING AND LUBRICATING THE
CABLES
The following procedure applies to all of the
inner and outer cables.
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Damaged outer cable may cause the cable
to corrode and interfere with its movement.
Replace damaged outer cable and inner
cables as soon as possible.
1. Check:
• Outer cable
Damage → Replace.
2. Check:
• Cable operation
Rough movement → Lubricate.
Hold the cable end upright and pour a few
drops of lubricant into the cable sheath or use
a suitable lubricating device.
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ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE CABLE FREE
PLAY
Prior to adjusting the throttle cable free play,
the engine idling speed and carburetor syn-
chronization should be adjusted properly.
1. Check:
• Throttle cable free play “a”
Out of specification → Adjust.
2. Adjust:
• Throttle cable free play
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a. Loosen the locknut “1”.
b. Turn the adjusting nut “2” in direction “a” or
“b” until the specified throttle cable free
play is obtained.
c. Tighten the locknut “1”.
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After adjusting the throttle cable free play,
start the engine and turn the handlebars to
the right and to the left to ensure that this
does not cause the engine idling speed to
change.
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LUBRICATING THE REAR SUSPENSION
Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-metal
moving parts of the rear suspension.
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CHECKING AND CHARGING THE BATTERY
Refer to “ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS” on
page 8-121.
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CHECKING THE FUSES
Refer to “ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS” on
page 8-121.
Recommended lubricant
Engine oil or a suitable cable
lubricant
Throttle cable free play
3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in)
Direction “a”
Throttle cable free play is increased.
Direction “b”
Throttle cable free play is decreased.
Recommended lubricant
Lithium-soap-based grease
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