CYLINDER/PISTON
• This service can be serviced with the engine installed in the frame.
• Cylinder head 2-15
• Cam chain tensioner 2-20
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Spread each piston ring and remove it by lifting up at a point opposite the gap.
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Carefully install the piston rings into the piston ring grooves with the markings facing up.
Top ring: "1R" or "TOP-1" mark
Second ring: "RN" or "TOP-2" mark
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Install the piston with the "IN" mark facing the intake side.
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Do not align the piston pin clip end gap with the piston cut-out.
• Piston and piston rings inspection
• Cylinder inspection
FUEL & ENGINE
2-21