Side Stand; Suspension - Honda Hawk GT NT650 1988 Service Manual

MAINTENANCE
SIDE STAND
Place the motorcycle on its center stand.
Check the rubber pad on the side stand for deterioJation and
wear.
Replace the rubber pad if wear extends to the wear line.
Check the side stand operation:
When lowerd, the stand should move easily to the first stop,
then lock forward to support the motorcycle when the pad
touches the ground and the weight of the motorcycle is sup-
ported.
When the motorcycle is raised, the stand should automatically
move to the first stop, then retract easily when kicked.
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(2) SIDE STAND RUBBER
(3) FIRST CLICK
If the side stand does not operate smoothly, disassemble and
check the side stand assembly as following procedure:
Remove the return spring at the retracted position.
Remove the pivot bolt and side stand.
Check the following parts:
- inside of the pivot and pivot collar for wear or damage.
- pivot dust seal for damage.
Lubricate the pivot area with clean grease and reassemble the
side stand.
TORQUE:
Side stand pivot bolt: 38 N'm (3.8 kg-m, 27 ft-Ibl
CAUTION
Install the dust seal lip spring
is
facing out.
Make sure that the dust seal lip spring
is
seated securely.
Check the side stand operation as indicated above.
SUSPENSION
FRONT
Check the suspension action by compressing it several times.
Check the entire fork leg assembly for signs of leaks or dam-
age.
Replace any components which are unrepairable.
Tighten all nuts and bolts to the specified torque value.
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Do not ride a vehicle with faulty suspension. Loose. worn, or
damaged suspension parts may affect stability and rider con-
trol.
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