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DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. damaged if you don’t follow instructions. These mean: The purpose of these messages is to help prevent damage to your HRC NSF250R, other property, or the environment. You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
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HRC NSF250R HRC NSF250R Owner’s Manual/Parts List Owner’s Manual/Parts List All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of approval for printing. All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of approval for printing.
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(1) FRAME SERIAL NUMBER (1) ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The frame serial number is attached on the left side The engine serial number is stamped on the left side of the main frame as shown. of the crankcase.
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Read this information carefully and don’t remove the labels. Hot coolant will scald you. Relief pressure valve begins to open at 108 If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your HRC dealer for a kPa. replacement.
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To The New Owner Importance Of Proper Preparation How To Use This Manual By selecting a HRC roadracer NSF250R as your new Proper pre-competition preparation and regular The purpose of this Owner’s Manual is to help machine, you have placed yourself in a distin-...
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1. Operating Instruction (1) FILLER NECK (1) FUEL FILL CAP (1) RADIATOR CAP Fuel Coolant When filling the cooling system, be sure to bleed air completely so that the system can be sufficiently The engine of the NSF250R is a water-cooled type. filled.
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Operating Instruction (1) OVERFLOW CATCH TANK (1) ENGINE STOP SWITCH Basic Operation Before running, drain the coolant from the overflow 3. With the throttle closed, start the engine by push- catch tank. ing the machine. Starting The Engine 4. After the engine starts, shift the transmission into After running, check the radiator and coolant pas- neutral, and run it for a few minutes, "blipping"...
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Operating Instruction (1) ENGINE STOP SWITCH (1) TACHOMETER (2) WATER TEMPERATURE METER Warm Engine Starting Warming-up The Engine Break-In Procedure Follow the cold engine starting procedure. • Do not rev the engine more than necessary or engine damage may result. New Machine Stopping The Engine •...
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Operating Instruction (1) CLUTCH LEVER (1) LOCK NUT (2) ADJUSTER (A) INCREASE (B) DECREASE Controls Reconditioned Machine 2. Minor adjustments can be made with the cable • After replacing the cylinder and crankshaft, oper- end adjuster. ate the machine for the first 95 km (57 mi; about Clutch Loosen the lock nut and turn the adjuster.
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Operating Instruction (1) LOCK NUT (2) ADJUSTER (1) THROTTLE GRIP (1) LOCK NUT (2) ADJUSTER (C) INCREASE (D) DECREASE (A) DECREASE (B) INCREASE 3. Major adjustments can be made at the integral Throttle Grip Adjustment is made with the upper adjuster. cable adjuster.
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Operating Instruction (1) ARROW (2) INDEX MARK (3) ADJUSTER (1) LOCK NUT (2) ADJUSTING BOLT (1) LOCK NUTS (2) CHANGE ROD (A) RAISE THE PEDAL HEIGHT (B) LOWER THE PEDAL HEIGHT Front Brake Lever Brake Pedal Height Gearshift Pedal Height The distance between the tip of the brake lever and The brake pedal height can be adjusted to the rider's The gearshift pedal height can be adjusted to the...
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Operating Instruction 1-UP AND 5-DOWN (1) CHANGE ARM (2) CHANGE ROD (1) STEERING DAMPER (2) ADJUSTER (1) THICK WASHER (2) SPHERICAL BEARING (3) GEARSHIFT PEDAL (A) HARD (B) SOFT Steering Damper • When installing the damper on the frame, pay 1-DOWN AND 5-UP careful attention to prevent the piston rod from Turn the adjuster clockwise to increase damping,...
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2. Service Data Specifications Item Specification Item Specification Dimensions Fuel System Overall length 1,809 mm (71.2 in) Throttle body type GQD1A Overall width 560 mm (22.0 in) Throttle bore 50 mm (2.0 in) Overall height 1,037 mm (40.8 in) Drive Train Wheelbase 1,219 mm (48.0 in) Clutch operating system...
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Service Data Service Data Unit: mm (in) Unit: mm (in) Item Standard Service Limit Item Standard Service Limit Lubrication System Cylinder Head/Valves Suggested engine oil Honda 4-stroke motorcycle oil – Valve clearance 0.2 ± 0.02 (0.008 ± 0.001) – or equivalent 0.3 ±...
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Service Data Unit: mm (in) Unit: mm (in) Item Standard Service Limit Item Standard Service Limit Hydraulic brakes Wheels/Tires Axle runout – 0.5 (0.02) Specified brake fluid DOT4 brake fluid – Wheel rim runout Radial – 0.3 (0.01) Front Brake disc thickness 5.0 (0.20) 4.5 (0.18) Axial...
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Service Data Insulator band Fuel pump set plate bolt Threads Torque Item Q’ty Remarks Dia. (mm) N•m (kgf•m, lbf•ft) 8.0 ± 1 mm Tightening order (0.31 ± 0.04 in) Hydraulic brake: Brake hose oil bolt 23 (2.3, 17) Brake hose bleeder (front) 23 (2.3, 17) Brake bleeder screw 6 (0.6, 4.4)
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Attachment, 42 x 47 mm 07746–0010300 Right mainshaft bearing Pilot, 12 mm 07746–0040200 Left mainshaft bearing The tool marked * is exclusive for HRC. Order directly from HRC. Pilot, 17 mm 07746–0040400 Left countershaft bearing Pilot, 25 mm 07746–0040600 Right mainshaft bearing...
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Service Data Description Tool number Applicability Description Tool number Applicability Front Wheel/Suspension/Steering: Rear Wheel/Suspension: Fork seal driver 07KMD-KZ30100 Fork Bearing remover head, 15 mm 07746–0050400 Wheel bearing removal *Fork seal driver attachment 07916-NX4-700 Bearing remover shaft 07746–0050100 *Fork set collar 51481-NX4-610 Driver 07749–0010000...
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Service Data Lubrication & Seal Points Engine Item Material Remarks Item Material Remarks Oil drain plug (Engine & transmission) Engine oil Left crankcase cover bushing I.D. Molybdenum disulfide Transmission holder bolt Connecting rod bearing sliding surface oil (A 50/50 mixture of Camshaft holder bolt Connecting rod small end I.D.
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Service Data Item Material Remarks Item Material Remarks Crankcase mating surface Sealant (TB1207B) Mainshaft/shift drum bearing set plate Locking agent Apply area: bolt threads 6.5 ± 1 mm Reed valve stopper bolt/washer threads Cylinder head torx bolt threads 6.5 ± 1 mm 1 –...
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Service Data Frame Frame Item Material Remarks Item Material Remarks Stem upper/lower bearings Urea based multi- Steering stem top thread 4-stroke engine oil Stem upper/lower dust seals purpose grease for Stem bearing outer race press area Left swingarm pivot bearing extreme pressure Fork inside Honda Ultra Cushion...
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Service Data Cable & Harness Routing CONDENSER 2P (BLACK) CONNECTOR BANK ANGLE SENSOR 3P (NATURAL) CONNECTOR HANDLEBAR SWITCH 2P (BLUE) CONNECTOR ENGINE STOP SWITCH 2P (GRAY) CONNECTOR CONDENSER TACHOMETER 3P (GREEN) CONNECTOR COOLANT TEMPERATURE METER 2P (BLACK) CONNECTOR PGM-FI INDICATOR 2P BANK ANGLE SENSOR (GREEN) CONNECTOR SHIFT-UP INDICATOR 2P...
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Service Data CLUTCH WIRE THROTTLE CABLES REGULATOR/RECTIFIER FUEL PUMP 5P (BLACK) CONNECTOR FRONT BRAKE HOSE RADIATOR OVERFLOW CATCH TANK 2-15...
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Service Data FUEL TANK OVERFLOW HOSE CLUTCH WIRE FUEL FEED HOSE FUEL TANK OVERFLOW CATCH TANK ALTERNATOR 5P (NATURAL) COOLANT TEMPERATURE METER WIRE ECT SENSOR CONNECTOR 2-16...
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Service Data CLUTCH WIRE MAP SENSOR SERVICE CHECK 4P (RED) CONNECTOR BARO SENSOR MAIN WIRE HARNESS THROTTLE CABLES IGNITION COIL CONNECTOR IAT SENSOR 2-17...
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3. Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Pre-ride Inspection Perform the Pre-ride Inspection at each scheduled maintenance period. For your safety, it is very important to take a few I: Inspect and Clean, Adjust, Lubricate or Replace if necessary. C: Clean. R: Replace. L: Lubricate. moments before each ride to walk around your NSF250R and check its condition.
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Service and Maintenance Warming-up Inspection Replacement Parts When warming-up the engine: Parts Requiring Periodic Replacement Do not rev the engine more than necessary or When reachs the total running is 2,000 km, must be disassemble the engine and check each part. engine damage may result.
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Service and Maintenance Item Replacement Inspection Cause Remark Engine 2,000 km Disassemble check Transmission gear/collar/ Every 2,000 km – Wear or damage shaft/bearing Water pump drive gear Every 4,000 km – Wear or damage Water pump driven gear Every 4,000 km –...
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Service and Maintenance (1) BOLTS (2) AIR FILTER (1) FUEL FEED HOSE (1) DIRECT IGNITION COIL Fuel Line Air Filter Spark Plug Check the fuel feed hose for cracks, deterioration or Remove the air box cover (page 4-14). leakage. Remove the bolts and air filter from the air box. This machine’s spark plug is equipped with iridium Blow off any dust and dirt from the air filter.
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Service and Maintenance (1) TIMING HOLE CAP (1) CRANKSHAFT HOLE CAP Valve Clearance Flash Over If engine misfire occurs due to arcing, replace both Inspection the spark plug and the cap. Inspect and adjust the valve clearance while the engine is cold (below 35˚C/95˚F). Remove the engine from the frame (page 4-21).
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Service and Maintenance (1) INDEX MARK (2) "T" MARK (1) FEELER GAUGE (1) VALVE LIFTER (2) SHIM Measure the valve clearance by inserting a feeler If necessary, adjust the valve clearance. gauge between the valve lifter and cam lobe. Remove the valve lifters and shims. Valve clearance: IN: 0.20 ±...
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Service and Maintenance (1) VALVE LIFTER (1) SHIM (2) VALVE LIFTER Sixty-five different thickness shims are available Install the newly selected shim on the valve retain- from the thinnest 1.200 mm thickness shim to the thickest 2.800 mm shim in intervals of 0.025 mm. Apply molybdenum disulfide oil to the valve lifters and install them into the valve lifter bores.
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Service and Maintenance (1) CRANKSHAFT HOLE CAP (1) UPPER LEVEL MARK (1) OIL FILLER CAP (2) O-RING (2) LOWER LEVEL MARK (2) DRAIN BOLT Engine Oil/Oil Filter Oil Change Oil Level Inspection Change the engine oil with the engine warm. Support the machine using a maintenance stand to assure complete and rapid draining.
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Service and Maintenance (1) OIL FILLER CAP (1) BOLTS (2) OIL FILTER COVER (1) SPRING (2) OIL FILTER (3) OUTSIDE MARK 5. Pour the recommended engine oil slowly through the oil filler hole. Suggested engine oil: Honda 4-stroke motorcycle oil or equivalent Viscosity: SAE 10W-30 API Classification: SG or higher (except oils labeled as energy conserving on the...
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Service and Maintenance (1) OIL FILTER COVER (2) BOLTS (1) OIL FILLER CAP (2) DRAIN PLUG (1) DRAIN PLUG Transmission Oil Install and tighten the oil filter cover bolts. 3. Place an oil drain pan under the engine and Secure the drain plug and filter cap with lock wire. remove the drain plug.
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Service and Maintenance (1) TUBE DRAIN PLUG (1) OIL FILLER CAP (1) RADIATOR (2) OVERFLOW TUBE Crankcase Breather Coolant 6. Install the oil filler cap. 7. Secure the oil filler cap and drain plug with lock wire. The bottom of the air box serves as an oil catch tank Cooling System Inspection to trap oil bled from the crankcase through the breather tube.
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Service and Maintenance (1) INSPECTION HOLE (1) OVERFLOW TUBE (1) COOLANT TEMPERATURE METER (2) CATCH TANK 6. Check the water pump inspection hole front side Coolant Overflow Catch Tank Coolant Temperature Meter of the water pump for leakage. Make sure the hole remains open.
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Service and Maintenance (1) EXHAUST PIPE (2) MUFFLER (1) RADIATOR (2) COVERING (1) CLUTCH LEVER Clutch Exhaust Pipe/Muffler If the indication never changes from (–˚C), check the radiator coolant level and temperature (25 – 99˚C/77 – 210˚F), and then inspect the water temperature Operation Inspection sensor and harness (page 6-9).
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Service and Maintenance (1) RIVET (1) INNER PIPE (2) OUTER BODY (1) RIVET (3) GLASS WOOL (4) FRONT OUTER (5) WASHER (6) RIVET Glass Wool Replacement 3. Remove the glass wool. 5. Drive 7 stainless pop rivets (4.8 mm) through the Install the new glass wool onto the inner pipe.
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Service and Maintenance (1) DRIVE CHAIN SLACK (1) ADJUSTING BOLT (2) REFERENCE MARKS Drive Chain Drive Chain Slack Adjustment Drive Chain Slack Inspection Loosen the rear axle nut. Turn the adjusting bolt clockwise to increase slack or During the break-in period, drive chain slack should counterclockwise to decrease slack.
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Service and Maintenance Adjust the distance "aa" so it is equal on both side (1) BOLTS/NUTS (2) DRIVE CHAIN ROLLER In the illustration above, the handlebar is turned too (1) DRIVE CHAIN SLIDER (2) SCREW far toward the right. (3) LOCKING AGENT Drive Chain Slider/Roller Distance "aa"...
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Service and Maintenance (1) BOLT (2) SPROCKET COLLAR (1) SPRING WASHER (2) "OUTSIDE" MARK (1) DRIVE SPROCKET (2) NUMBER OF TEETH (3) SPRING WASHER (4) DRIVE SPROCKET Sprockets Install the drive sprocket with its etched number (number of teeth) facing outward. Drive Sprocket Replacement Remove the lower cowl.
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Service and Maintenance (1) DRIVE SPROCKET BOLT (1) DRIVEN FLANGE ASSEMBLY (1) COVER (2) LOWER LEVEL (2) SOCKET BOLT (3) DRIVEN SPROCKET (4) DRIVEN FLANGE Brake Fluid Shift the transmission into low gear, apply the rear Driven Sprocket Replacement brake. Tighten the drive sprocket bolt to the specified Remove the rear wheel (page 5–19).
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Service and Maintenance (1) VINYL TUBE (1) BRAKE PADS (1) BRAKE DISC Brake Pad Wear Brake System Rear Master Cylinder The rear master cylinder uses a vinyl tube in place of Inspect the brake pads visually to determine the pad Refer to page 1–6 for Brake Lever Adjustment.
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Service and Maintenance (1) TORQUE ROD (1) PINCH BOLT Handlebar And Steering Head Bearings Rear Brake Torque Rod Steering Head Bearings A floating type torque rod is used for the rear brake. Handlebar Support the machine with its front wheel off the The rod should be adjusted so that its length is 370 ground.
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Service and Maintenance (1) WHEEL (2) TIRE (1) REBOUND ADJUSTER (2) PRELOAD ADJUSTER Wheels And Tires Front Suspension Fork The optional wheels and tires are available. Inspection The machine is shipped with a light coating of grease The wheels and tires should be selected for track con- on the forks.
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Service and Maintenance (1) COMPRESSION ADJUSTER (1) COMPRESSION ADJUSTER (1) REBOUND ADJUSTER Rear Suspension • For optimum fork performance, we recommended • When your NSF is new, your suspension will that you disassemble and clean the fork after rid- break-in as you ride. ing your NSF for three hours.
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Service and Maintenance Cleaning Clean your NSF regularly to protect the surface fin- ishes and inspect damage, wear, and oil seepage. When washing your NSF, always use water and a mild detergent (such as diswashing liquid) to avoid discoloring decals. High pressure water (or air) can damage certain parts of the motorcycle.
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Service and Maintenance Storage 10. Stuff rags into the mufflers outlet. Then tie a plastic bag over the end of the mufflers to pre- vent moisture from entering. Extended storage, such as for winter, requires that 11. Cover your NSF and store in a place which is free you take certain steps to reduce the effects of non- of humidity and dust.
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Service and Maintenance (1) NG (2) OK (1) ENGINE OIL DRAIN PLUG (1) TRANSMISSION DRAIN PLUG • Use new 0.8 mm (0.03 in) stainless steel wire. • Secure the bolt as shown so that it cannot come loose. • Twisting the wire too tightly will break the lock- ing.
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Service and Maintenance (1) OIL LINE PLUG BOLT A (1) OIL FILTER COVER BOLTS (1) OIL LINE PLUG BOLT B 3-26...
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Engine Servicing (1) O-RING (2) RELIEF VALVE (1) OIL PUMP COVER (1) OIL PUMP CHAIN (2) DRIVEN SPROCKET (2) O-RING (3) "OUT" MARK (4) SPROCKET BOLT (3) OIL STRAINER Install the oil pump drive chain to the drive sprocket on the crankshaft. Install the oil pump driven sprocket to the oil pump shaft with its "OUT"...
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Engine Servicing (1) DRIVEN SPROCKET (1) BOSS (1) INNER ROTOR (2) SPROCKET BOLT (2) OIL SEPARATOR PLATE (2) OUTER ROTOR (3) BOLT Oil Pump Tighten the oil pump sprocket bolt to the specified Install the oil separator plate while aligning its hole torque.
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Engine Servicing (1) OIL PUMP SHAFT (2) INNER ROTOR (3) OUTER ROTOR Inspection Check the oil pump driven gear for wear or damage. Check the oil pump shaft for wear or damage. Temporarily install the oil pump shaft, inner rotor and outer rotor into the crankcase.
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Engine Servicing (1) FUEL FILTER SCREEN (1) FUEL PUMP BASE (2) HOLDER (1) O-RINGS (2) FUEL PUMP BASE (3) FUEL PUMP MOTOR WIRES (3) RETAINER (4) FUEL PUMP MOTOR (5) HOLDER Clean the fuel filter screen. Replace the O-rings whenever the fuel pump is Install the fuel pump holder to the fuel pump base.
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Engine Servicing (1) O-RING (2) FUEL PUMP (1) FUEL PUMP BASE (2) BOLTS (1) FUEL TANK (2) CLIP (3) INDEX MARK (4) ARROW MARK (3) BREATHER HOSE Install a new O-ring onto the fuel tank flange as Set the fuel tank onto the frame, install the fuel tank shown.
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Engine Servicing (1) CONNECTOR RUBBER (2) FUEL JOINT (1) 5P (BLACK) CONNECTOR (1) BARO sensor connector (2) CLIP (2) MAP sensor connector (3) IAT sensor connector (4) retainers Throttle Body/Air Box Connect the fuel pump 5P (Black) connector. Install the harness clip to the fuel pump base. Removal Remove the fuel tank (page 4-10) Remove the radiator (page 4-24)
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Engine Servicing (1) VACUUM HOSE (2) AIR BOX COVER (1) ALTERNATOR 5P (NATURAL) CONNECTOR (1) THROTTLE SENSOR CONNECTOR (2) BOLTS (3) AIR DUCT (2) IACV CONNECTOR Remove the alternator/ignition pulse generator 5P (Natural) connector from the air duct. Remove the bolts and then remove the air duct for- ward.
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Engine Servicing (1) GROMMET (1) THROTTLE CABLES (2) THROTTLE BODY (1) CRANKCASE/TRANSMISSION BREATHER HOSE Remove the throttle body from the insulator. Disconnect the throttle cables from the throttle drum, then remove the throttle body. Remove the fuel feed hose from the air box. (1) INSULATOR BAND SCREW (1) INSULATOR MOUNTING NUTS (2) INSULATOR...
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Engine Servicing (1) RETAINERS (1) BOLTS (2) INJECTOR HOLDER (1) IACV (2) BOLTS (3) FLAME TRAP Inspect the IACV for wear or damage. Replace the IACV if the valve has excessive wear or damage. (1) BOLTS (1) SCREWS (2) RETAINER PLATE (2) AIR FUNNEL (3) IACV Throttle Body Disassembly/Assembly...
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Engine Servicing (1) IACV (2) GUIDE PIN (1) O-RING (2) CUSHION RING (1) AIR FUNNEL (3) GROOVE (3) INJECTOR (4) HOLDER (2) BOLTS (1) IACV (2) RETAINER PLATE (1) HOLDER (2) BOLTS (1) FLAME TRAP (3) SCREWS (2) BOLTS (3) RETAINERS Install the IACV while aligning the guide pin into the Install the new o-ring and cushion ring to the injec- Install the air funnel to the throttle body, then install...
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Engine Servicing Assembly THROTTLE BODY AIR FILTER (1) O-RING (2) INSULATOR Installation is in the reverse order of removal. Replace the insulator O-ring with a new one. AIR BOX Refer to page 4-7 for fuel hose installation. AIR DUCT INSULATOR 4-19...
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Engine Servicing (1) LOCK NUT WRENCH (1) HANGER NUTS (1) ENGINE (2) REAR UPPER HANGER BOLT (3) DISTANCE COLLAR Engine Removal Loosen the rear upper lock nut for the engine adjust- ing bolt. Support the machine using a safety stand or hoist. Loosen the rear lower lock nut for the engine adjust- ing bolt.
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Engine Servicing (1) ENGINE (2) FRONT HANGER BOLT (1) ADJUSTING BOLT (2) LOCK NUT WRENCH (1) REAR LOWER HANGER BOLT (2) ENGINE (3) DISTANCE COLLAR (3) SHIM (4) DISTANCE COLLAR Install the front engine hanger bolt and distance col- Use the right end of the engine (clutch side) as a ref- Temporarily install the rear lower engine hanger lar.
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Engine Servicing (1) HANGER NUTS (1) ADJUSTING BOLT (2) LOCK NUT WRENCH (1) FRONT ENGINE HANGER BOLT (2) FRONT ENGINE HANGER COLLAR (3) SHIM (4) HANGER NUT Turn the rear lower adjusting bolt in and adjust the Tighten the rear upper engine hanger nut to the Measure the clearance between the distance collar clearance to zero (0).
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Engine Servicing (1) LOWER RADIATOR HOSE (1) ECT SENSOR CONNECTOR (1) UPPER RADIATOR HOSE (2) THERMO SENSOR CONNECTOR (2) UPPER MOUNTING BOLT (2) BOLTS (3) BOLT/COPPER WASHER (4) WATER PUMP COVER Water Seal/Bearing Replacement Drain the transmission oil (page 3-10). Disconnect the lower radiator hose from the water pump cover.
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Engine Servicing (1) WATER PUMP SHAFT/GEAR (1) BEARING REMOVER, 12 mm (1) WATER SEAL DRIVER (2) IMPELLER (3) COPPER WASHER (2) REMOVER WEIGHT (2) WATER SEAL (3) OIL SEAL Hold the water pump gear using a suitable tool, Remove the water pump bearing using the follow- remove the impeller and copper washer.
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Engine Servicing (1) WATER PUMP SHAFT/GEAR (1) DOWEL PINS (2) NEW GASKET (1) WATER PUMP COVER (2) NEW COPPER WASHER (2) SEALING WASHER/BOLT (3) IMPELLER (3) BOLTS (4) LOWER RADIATOR HOSE Install the water pump shaft and new copper wash- Install the right crankcase cover (page 4-51).
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Engine Servicing (1) COVER BOLT/WASHER (1) SEALING BOLTS/WASHERS (1) TIMING HOLE CAP/O-RING (2) CYLINDER HEAD COVER (2) STOPPER TOOL Cylinder Head Cover/Camshaft Removal 19.0 mm (0.75 in) Remove the engine from the frame (page 4-21). 12.0 mm Remove the cylinder head cover bolts, washers and (0.47 in) cylinder head cover.
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Engine Servicing (1) PUNCH MARK (2) INDEX MARK (1) CAM SPROCKETS (2) INDEX LINES (1) BOLTS (2) CAM CHAIN GUIDE B (3) "T" MARK (4) INDEX MARK Remove the spark plug (page 3-4). Check that the index lines on the cam sprockets are Remove the bolts and cam chain guide B.
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Engine Servicing (1) SPROCKET BOLTS (1) HOLDER BOLTS (1) PACKING (2) HOLDER BOLTS/COPPER WASHERS (2) PACKING B (3) HOLDER A (4) HOLDER B (1) SPROCKET BOLTS (1) INTAKE CAMSHAFT (1) BOLTS (2) EXHAUST CAMSHAFT (2) BREATHER SEPARATOR If you plan to replace the camshaft and/or cam Make sure the piston at TDC (Top Dead Center) on Disassembly/Inspection sprockets, turn the crankshaft one full turn (360˚)
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Engine Servicing (1) SNAP RING (2) WASHER (1) CAM LOBES (1) VALVE LIFTER (3) DECOMPRESSER CAM PLATE (2) CAM JOURNALS (2) SHIM Cylinder Head Removal Check the cam lobe for wear or damage. Check the camshaft journal surface for wear or dam- age.
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Engine Servicing (1) 6 mm BOLTS (1) GASKET (2) DOWEL PINS (1) BOLT/COLLAR (2) CAM CHAIN GUIDE (2) NUTS AND SEALING WASHERS (3) BOLT/COLLAR (4) CAM CHAIN TENSIONER (3) CYLINDER HEAD (5) CAM CHAIN Remove the cylinder head mounting 6 mm bolts. Remove the gasket and dowel pins.
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Engine Servicing (1) VALVE SPRING COMPRESSOR (1) RETAINER (2) OUTER VALVE SPRING (1) RETAINER (2) VALVE SPRING (2) ATTACHMENT (3) INNER VALVE SPRING (4) SPRING SEAT (3) SPRING SEAT (4) EXHAUST VALVE (5) INTAKE VALVE (6) STEM SEAL (5) STEM SEAL Cylinder Head Disassembly Remove the following: Remove the following:...
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Engine Servicing (1) VALVE (1) VALVE LIFTER Cylinder Head Inspection This machine's intake and exhaust valves are titani- Check that the top and outer surface of the valve um with a special coating. lifter for wear or damage. Cylinder Head If the brown coating of the valve is removed, or the metal surface is appeared, replace the valve with a new one.
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Engine Servicing (1) VALVE GUIDE REAMER (1) VALVE LAPPING TOOL Valve spring Valve Seat Inspection/Refacing Apply a light coating of Prussian Blue to the valve seat. Check the valve springs for fatigue or damage. This machine's intake and exhaust valves are titani- Tap the valves and seats using a rubber hose or If the brown coating of the valve is removed, or the other hand lapping tool.
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Engine Servicing (1) VALVE SEAT WIDTH (1) CAM CHAIN TENSIONER (1) TENSIONER LIFTER (2) CAM CHAIN GUIDE Inspect the width of each valve seat. Tensioner lifter Check the tensioner lifter operation as follows: Valve seat width: – The tensioner shaft should not go into the body IN/EX: 1.0 mm (0.04 in) when it is pushed.
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Engine Servicing (1) SPRING SEAT (2) STEM SEAL (1) SPRING SEAT (2) STEM SEAL (1) VALVE SPRING COMPRESSOR (3) VALVE (4) INNER SPRING (3) VALVE (4) VALVE SPRING (2) ATTACHMENT (5) OUTER SPRING (6) RETAINER (5) RETAINER Cylinder Head Assembly Install the spring seats and new stem seals.
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Engine Servicing (1) PLASTIC PIN DRIVER (1) PIVOT COLLAR (1) PIVOT COLLAR (2) CAM CHAIN GUIDE (2) CAM CHAIN TENSIONER (3) PIVOT BOLT (3) PIVOT BOLT Cylinder Head Installation Tap the valve stems gently with plastic pin driver as Apply molybdenum solution to the sliding surface shown to seat the cotters firmly.
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Engine Servicing (1) DOWEL PINS (1) CYLINDER HEAD (1) SHIM (2) NEW CYLINDER HEAD GASKET (2) SEALING WASHERS/NUTS (2) VALVE LIFTERS (3) 6 mm BOLTS Camshaft/Cylinder Head Cover Install the dowel pins and new cylinder head gasket. Install the cylinder head onto the cylinder. Installation Apply engine oil to the cylinder head mounting nut threads and seating surface, then install the sealing...
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Engine Servicing (1) INTAKE CAMSHAFT (1) CAMSHAFT HOLDER A (1) CAMSHAFT HOLDER A (2) EXHAUST CAMSHAFT (2) CAMSHAFT HOLDER B (2) CAMSHAFT HOLDER B (3) HOLDER BOLTS (3) INDEX LINES (3) O-RING (4) COPPER WASHERS/BOLTS Install a new O-ring to the camshaft holder B groove. Apply molybdenum oil solution to the camshaft Apply engine oil to the camshaft holder bolt threads.
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Engine Servicing (1) CAM SPROCKET BOLTS (1) CAM CHAIN GUIDE B (1) GASKET (2) BOLTS (2) CHAIN TENSIONER LIFTER Install the cam chain guide and tighten the bolts. (1) CAM SPROCKET BOLTS (1) BOLTS (2) SEALING WASHER (3) SEALING BOLT If the cam sprocket bolts are loosen or removed, Install the gasket and cam chain tensioner lifter to apply oil to the cam sprocket bolt threads.
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Engine Servicing (1) ADJUSTER (1) O-RING (1) ADJUSTER HOLE CAP (2) LOCK NUT (2) ADJUSTER HOLE CAP To adjust the clearance, loosen the lock nut, turning Apply multi-purpose grease to the threads and seat- the adjuster. ing surface of the cam chain adjuster hole cap. After adjustment, hold the adjuster and tighten the lock nut to the specified torque.
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Engine Servicing (1) WASHER (1) CRANKSHAFT HOLE CAP (1) BREATHER SEPARATOR (2) BOLTS (2) "UP" MARK (2) O-RING (1) PACKING (1) CYLINDER HEAD COVER (1) TIMING HOLE CAP (2) PACKING B (2) BOLTS (2) O-RING If the breather separator was removed, install it to Install the washers with it's "UP"...
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Engine Servicing (1) CYLINDER (1) GASKET (1) PISTON PIN CLIP (2) DOWEL PINS (2) PISTON PIN (3) PISTON Cylinder, Piston Remove the gasket and dowel pins. Piston Removal Cylinder Removal Place a clean shop towel over the crankcase to pre- vent the clip from falling into the crankcase.
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Engine Servicing Reference value: 105.6 ± 1 mm (4.16 ± 0.04 in) (1) CYLINDER Spread the piston rings and remove them by lifting If the cylinder stud bolt was removed, install the up at a point just opposite the gap. stud bolts as shown.
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Engine Servicing (1) CONNECTING ROD Connecting Rod Check the connecting rod small end for wear or damage. (1) TOP RING (2) SIDE RAILS (3) SPACER (4) MARKING Piston Ring Installation • Do not damage the piston ring by spreading the ends too far.
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Engine Servicing (1) “IN” MARK (2) PISTON PIN (1) DOWEL PINS (1) CLUTCH CABLE HOLDER (3) NEW PISTON PIN CLIP (2) NEW GASKET (2) RELEASE ARM Piston Installation Place a shop towel over the cylinder opening to pre- vent dust or dirt from entering the engine. Clean any gasket material from the cylinder mating surfaces of the crankcase.
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Engine Servicing (1) CLUTCH CENTER HOLDER (1) DOWEL PINS (1) CLUTCH DISCS/PLATES (2) O-RING (2) LOCK NUT (1) BOLTS/SPRINGS (2) PRESSURE PLATE (1) JUDDER SPRING (1) LOCK WASHER (2) PLAIN WASHER (3) LIFTER PIECE (2) JUDDER SPRING SEAT (3) CLUTCH CENTER Remove the dowel pins and O-ring.
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Engine Servicing (1) THRUST WASHER (2) CLUTCH OUTER (1) CLUTCH CENTER (2) CLUTCH OUTER (1) LIFTER PIECE (3) NEEDLE BEARING (4) CLUTCH OUTER GUIDE (3) OUTER GUIDE (4) NEEDLE BEARING (2) THRUST WASHER (3) THRUST NEEDLE BEARING Remove the right crankcase cover (page 4-51). Inspection Check the needle bearing operation by turning the thrust washer on the lifter piece.
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Engine Servicing (1) JUDDER SPRING SEAT (1) OUTER GUIDE (1) CLUTCH CENTER (2) JUDDER SPRING (3) CLUTCH DISC B (2) NEEDLE BEARING (2) THRUST WASHER (3) LOCK WASHER (4) CLUTCH PLATE (5) CLUTCH DISC A (4) "OUTSIDE" MARK (1) CLUTCH OUTER (1) CLUTCH CENTER HOLDER (1) JUDDER SPRING SEAT (2) THRUST WASHER...
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Engine Servicing (1) LIFTER PIECE (2) NEEDLE BEARING (1) PRESSURE PLATE (2) SPRINGS/BOLTS (1) OIL SEAL (2) WASHER (3) THRUST WASHER (3) RETURN SPRING (4) LIFTER ARM Apply engine oil to the clutch lifter piece needle Install the pressure plate assembly. Apply grease to the clutch lifter oil seal lips, then bearing.
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Engine Servicing (1) BOLTS (1) DOWEL PINS (2) NEW O-RING (1) RELEASE ARM (2) CLUTCH CABLE (3) CLUTCH COVER (2) RIGHT CRANKCASE COVER Right Crankcase Cover Connect the clutch cable end to the release arm. Set the clutch cable to the clutch cable guide. Removal Adjust the clutch cable (page 1-4).
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Engine Servicing (1) DOWEL PINS (2) COLLAR (1) RIGHT CRANKCASE COVER (1) GEAR HOLDER (3) NEW GASKET (2) WATER PUMP COVER (2) PRIMARY DRIVE GEAR BOLT (3) BOLTS Primary Drive Gear Remove the gasket and dowel pins. Install the right crankcase cover while aligning the water pump drive and driven gear by turning the Installation water pump impeller.
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Engine Servicing (1) GEAR HOLDER (1) BALANCER DRIVE GEAR (1) WIDE SERRATION (2) CUT-OUT (2) PRIMARY DRIVE GEAR (2) PRIMARY DRIVE GEAR (3) PUNCH MARK Remove the balancer drive gear from the crankshaft. Install the primary drive gear while aligning the Apply engine oil to the primary drive gear bolt wide serration between the primary drive gear and threads and seating surface.
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Engine Servicing (1) GEAR HOLDER (1) WATER PUMP DRIVE GEAR (1) BALANCER SHAFT (2) PRIMARY DRIVE GEAR (2) BALANCER DRIVEN GEAR (3) BALANCER DRIVEN GEAR Balancer Inspection Removal Turn the balancer shaft bearing inner race with your finger. Check that the bearing turns smoothly and quietly.
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Engine Servicing (1) BALANCER SHAFT (1) PUNCH MARK (1) GEAR HOLDER (2) WIDE CUTOUT (3) PUNCH MARKS (2) LOCK NUT Installation Apply engine oil to the balancer driven gear lock nut threads and seating surface. Install the balancer shaft into the left crankcase. Install the lock washer and lock nut to the balancer shaft.
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Engine Servicing (1) BOLT/NUT (1) GEARSHIFT SPINDLE (1) DOWEL PINS (2) GEARSHIFT ARM Transmission Removal Remove the clutch outer (page 4-46). Remove the drive sprocket (page 3-17). Prevent dust and dirt from entering the crankcase. Clean crankcase around the gearshift spindle. Remove the bolt/nut and gearshift arm from the gearshift spindle.
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Engine Servicing (1) CENTER BOLT (1) SHIFT FORK SHAFTS (2) SHIFT DRUM CENTER (2) SHIFT FORKS (3) SHIFT DRUM Remove the shift fork shafts and shift forks. Remove the mainshaft/countershaft as an assembly from the transmission holder. Check the transmission bearing and replace if nec- essary (page 4-59, 77).
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Engine Servicing Disassembly/Assembly • When installing the C5 and C6 gears to the coun- tershaft, make sure to align the oil holes of the C5, • Always install the thrust washers and snap rings C6 gears and countershaft. with the chamfered (rolled) edge facing away Also align the oil holes of M5 collar and main- from thrust load.
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Engine Servicing Transmission Holder Bearing Replacement Drive the holder bearings with their sealed side facing the right crankcase cover. To be bottomed To be bottomed To be bottomed Apply locking agent Apply locking agent (1) DRIVER (2) ATTACHMENT Drive the countershaft bearing out using the follow- ing tools.
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Engine Servicing (1) DRIVER (2) ATTACHMENT (1) SHIFT DRUM BEARING SET PLATES/BOLTS (1) MAINSHAFT/COUNTERSHAFT ASSEMBLY (2) MAINSHAFT BEARING SET PLATES/BOLTS Drive the mainshaft bearing in using the following Apply a locking agent to the shift drum bearing and Assembly tools. mainshaft bearing set plate bolt threads.
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Engine Servicing (1) RIGHT SHIFT FORK (2) CENTER SHIFT FORK (1) DRUM SHIFTER (2) SPRING (1) RETURN SPRING (2) WASHER (3) LEFT SHIFT FORK (3) PLUNGER (4) RATCHET PAWL (3) STOPPER ARM (4) BOLT (5) GUIDE PLATE If the shift drum has been removed, install the gearshift linkage as follows: Apply clean transmission oil to the ratchet pawls, plungers, springs and drum shifter.
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Engine Servicing (1) SHIFT DRUM CENTER PIN (1) SHIFTER COLLAR (1) DOWEL PINS (2) CENTER PIN (2) GUIDE PLATE/SHIFT DRUM ASSEMBLY (3) BOLTS Apply a locking agent to the shift drum center pin Place the shift drum center position other than neu- Install the dowel pins.
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Engine Servicing (1) TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY (1) WASHER (1) GEARSHIFT ARM (2) BOLTS (2) GEARSHIFT SPINDLE (3) STOPPER PIN (2) BOLT/NUT (4) SHIFTER COLLAR Install the transmission holder assembly into the Install the washer onto the gearshift spindle. Install the gearshift arm and tighten the bolt/nut. crankcase.
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Engine Servicing (1) SNAP RING (2) WASHER (1) BEARING REMOVER (1) BUSHING (2) O-RING (3) WASHER (4) SNAP RING Check the crankshaft bushing for wear or damage, Remove the crankshaft busing using the following Apply grease to a new O-ring, the install it into the replace if necessary.
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Engine Servicing (1) STATOR (2) IGNITION PULSE GENERATORS (1) DOWEL PINS (2) OIL COLLAR (1) LEFT CRANKCASE COVER (3) SOCKET BOLTS (4) BOLTS (3) NEW GASKET (2) BOLTS (5) GROMMET Install the stator/ignition pulse generator assembly Installation Install the left crankcase cover being careful not to into the left crankcase cover.
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Engine Servicing (1) 6P (NATURAL) CONNECTOR (1) FLYWHEEL HOLDER (1) FLYWHEEL PULLER ADAPTER (2) FLYWHEEL NUT (2) FLYWHEEL PULLER HOLDER (3) FLYWHEEL PULLER BOLT (4) FLYWHEEL Flywheel Connect the alternator/ignition pulse generator 6P (Natural) connector. Removal Pour transmission oil to the specified level. Remove the left crankcase cover (page 4-64).
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Engine Servicing (1) TAPER (1) FLYWHEEL HOLDER (2) FLYWHEEL NUT (1) COUNTERSHAFT COLLAR (2) WOODRUFF KEY Hold the flywheel with a flywheel holder and tighten Crankcase Separation/Disassembly the flywheel nut to the specified torque. Remove the engine from the frame. Tool: Flywheel holder 07725-0040001...
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Engine Servicing (1) CLUTCH OUTER (2) GEAR HOLDER (1) GEAR HOLDER (2) WATER PUMP DRIVE GEAR (1) PRIMARY DRIVE GEAR (2) BALANCER DRIVE GEAR (3) PRIMARY DRIVE GEAR (3) BALANCER DRIVEN GEAR (3) WATER PUMP DRIVE GEAR (4) BALANCER DRIVEN GEAR Temporarily install the clutch outer guide, needle Hold the primary drive and driven gear with the gear Remove the primary drive gear, washer, primary...
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Engine Servicing (1) BOLT (2) REED VALVE STOPPER (1) DOWEL PINS (1) INNER ROTOR (2) OUTER ROTOR (1) CRANKCASE BOLTS (1) CRANKSHAFT (1) BOLT (2) BALANCER SHAFT (2) OIL PUMP COVER Remove the bolt and reed valve/reed valve stopper. Place the left crankcase facing down, remove the Remove the scavenge pump inner and outer rotor right crankcase from the left crankcase.
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Engine Servicing (1) DOWEL PINS (2) RELIEF VALVE (1) BOLT (2) PISTON JET (1) CONNECTING ROD BOLTS (3) OIL PUMP SHAFT (4) INNER ROTOR (2) BEARING CAP (5) OUTER ROTOR Crankshaft Inspection Remove the connecting rod bolts, bearing cap and connecting rod.
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Engine Servicing (1) PLASTIGAUGE (1) BEARING CAP (2) CONNECTING ROD BOLT Crankpin Bearing Inspection Carefully install the connecting rod bearing cap, Tighten the bolts in 2 -3 steps alternately, then tight- aligning the dowel pins with the holes in the con- en the bolts to the specified torque.
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Engine Servicing (1) CONNECTING ROD I.D. CODE (1) CRANKPIN O.D. CODE Remove the connecting rod bolts and bearing cap, Bearing Selection If you plan to replace the crankshaft, record the cor- and measure the compressed plastigauge at its responding crankpin O.D. code letter (A, B and C). widest point on the crankpin to determine the oil The crankpin bearing must be selected, if the crank- clearance.
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Engine Servicing Cross-reference the connecting rod and crankpin codes to determine the replacement bearing color. Crankpin bearing selection table: Connecting Rod I.D. Code 38.000 - 38.006 mm 38.006 - 38.012 mm 38.012 - 38.018 mm (1.4961 - 1.4963 in) (1.4963 - 1.4965 in) (1.4965 - 1.4968 in) 34.997 - 35.003 mm (1.3778 - 1.3781 in)
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Engine Servicing Cross-reference the crankcase I.D. code and measured main journal O.D., calculate the main journal oil clear- ance. Main Journal Bearing Selection Table: Main journal O.D. Code 37.994 - 38.000 mm 37.988 - 37.994 mm 37.982 - 37.988 mm (1.4958 - 1.4961 in) (1.4956 - 1.4958 in) (1.4954 - 1.4956 in)
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Engine Servicing (1) BEARING HOLDER ASSEMBLY (1) BEARING HOLDER ASSEMBLY (1) BALANCER OIL SEAL (2) MAIN JOURNAL BEARING (2) BEARING FIT SPINDLE (2) CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL Set the bearing with bearing holder assembly. Press the bearing into the crankcase while pushing the bearing using the 20.5 mm side of the bearing fit spindle as shown.
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Engine Servicing Crankcase Bearings/Oil Seals To be bottomed (10) (1) SCREW (2) SET PLATE To be bottomed To be bottomed Apply locking agent (11) To be bottomed To be bottomed (6) LEFT MAINSHAFT BEARING (1) WATER PUMP BEARING (7) LEFT COUNTERSHAFT BEARING (2) BALANCER OIL SEAL (1) BEARING REMOVER (8) LEFT COUNTERSHAFT OIL SEAL...
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Engine Servicing (1) DRIVER (1) DRIVER (1) SET PLATE (2) ATTACHMENT/PILOT (2) ATTACHMENT/PILOT (2) SCREW Drive the balancer bearings in using the following Drive the bearing in using the following tools. Apply a locking agent to the countershaft bearing tools. set plate screw threads.
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Engine Servicing (1) LEFT CRANKCASE (1) OIL SEAL (2) O-RING (1) PISTON JET (3) COUNTERSHAFT COLLAR (1) BALANCER OIL SEAL (1) RIGHT CRANKCASE (1) PISTON JET (2) BOLT (2) CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL Crankcase Assembly Apply grease to the new dust seal lips. Install the piston jet to the left crankcase.
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Engine Servicing (1) OIL JET (1) INNER ROTOR (2) OUTER ROTOR (1) RELIEF VALVE (2) OIL PUMP SHAFT (3) OUTER ROTOR (4) INNER ROTOR Apply engine oil to each pump rotors. If the oil jet is removed, apply a locking agent to the Install a new O-ring into the groove of the pressure oil jet threads.
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Engine Servicing (1) DOWEL PINS (1) INNER ROTOR (2) OUTER ROTOR (1) CRANKSHAFT (2) BALANCER SHAFT Place the left crankcase with the oil pump cover side Install the balancer shaft and crankshaft to the left facing down. crankcase. Install the right crankcase side scavenge pump inner and outer rotor onto the inside of the left crankcase.
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Engine Servicing 17 - 20 mm (0.7 - 0.8 in) (1) SEALANT (1) BOLTS (1) REED VALVE (2) REED VALVE STOPPER Install the right crankcase onto the left crankcase. Install the crankcase bolts. Tighten the crankcase bolts in a crisscross patten 2 - 3 steps.
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Engine Servicing (1) BALANCER DRIVE GEAR (2) PRIMARY DRIVE GEAR (1) CLUTCH OUTER (2) GEAR HOLDER (1) GEAR HOLDER (2) WATER PUMP DRIVE GEAR (3) BALANCER DRIVEN GEAR (3) PRIMARY DRIVE GEAR (3) BALANCER DRIVEN GEAR (4) WATER PUMP DRIVE GEAR Install the balancer drive gear and primary drive Temporarily install the clutch outer guide, needle Hold the primary drive and driven gear with the gear...
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5. Frame Servicing Disassembly/Assembly Less than 60 g (1) AXLE NUT (2) AXLE PINCH BOLTS Front Wheel Removal Remove the axle nut. Loosen the axle pinch bolts. Support the machine and front wheel off the ground. Torque: 12 N • m(1.2 kgf • m, Remove the axle and front wheel.
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Frame Servicing (1) DIAL GAUGE (1) BALANCE MARK (2) VALVE STEM (1) INSPECTION STAND Inspection Wheel/Tire Balance Mount the wheel, tire and brake disc assembly in an Wheel balance directly affects the stability, handling inspection stand. Wheel Rim and overall safety of the machine. Always check the Spin the wheel, allow it to stop, and mark the lowest Spin the wheel slowly and measure the runout balance when the tire has been removed from the...
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Frame Servicing (1) AXLE (1) AXLE NUT (2) AXLE HOLDER BOLTS Installation Hold the axle and tighten the axle nut to the speci- fied torque. Clean the surfaces where the axle and axle clamps contact each other. Torque: 70 N•m (7.1 kgf•m, 51 lbf•ft) Place the front wheel between the fork legs.
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Frame Servicing (1) HANDLEBAR (2) TOP BRIDGE (1) FORK BOLT (2) FORK SET COLLAR (1) STOP RING (3) BOTTOM BRIDGE (4) FORK LEG Fork Disassembly Removal Before disassembling the fork, clean the entire slid- ing surface and around the bottom socket bolt. Remove the front wheel (page 5-1).
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Frame Servicing (1) SPRING SEAT STOPPER (2) FORK BOLT (1) SPRING SEAT STOPPER (2) SPRING COLLAR (1) AXLE HOLDER (3) JOINT PLATE (4) FORK SPRING (5) LOCK NUT (6) REBOUND ADJUSTER Pull the fork spring seat stopper down to access the Hold the axle holder in a vise protected with a piece cut-out in the damping adjuster with an 17 mm open of wood or soft jaws to avoid damage.
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Frame Servicing (1) FORK DAMPER (2) CENTERING PLATE (1) STOP RING (1) SLIDER BUSHING (2) GUIDE BUSHING (3) SLIDER (3) BACK-UP RING (4) OIL SEAL (5) STOP RING Remove the following: Remove the slider bushing by prying the slot with a –...
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Frame Servicing (1) OUTER TUBE (2) FORK DAMPER (1) GUIDE BUSHING (2) BACK-UP RING (1) OIL LOCK VALVE Inspection Outer Tube/Fork Damper Check the oil lock valve for wear or damage. Check the outer tube for damage or deformation. ・ Do not disassemble the fork damper. Do not loose Check the damper rod of the damper for wear or the rebound adjuster lock nut or remove the damage.
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Frame Servicing (1) FORK SLIDER (1) NEW SLIDER BUSHING (2) GUIDE BUSHING (3) BACK-UP RING (4) NEW OIL SEAL (5) STOP RING Fork Slider Assembly Wrap the end of the slider with a tape. Install the stop ring. ・ Inspect the fork slider sliding surfaces for damag- ・...
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Frame Servicing (1) OIL SEAL DRIVER (2) ATTACHMENT (1) FORK SET COLLAR (1) CENTERING PLATE (2) FORK DAMPER (3) STOP RING (4) NEW OIL SEAL (5) BACK-UP RING (6) GUIDE BUSHING The slider can move up and down freely in the outer tube.
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Frame Servicing (1) AXLE HOLDER (1) OUTER TUBE (1) OIL LEVEL Hold the axle holder in a vise protected with a piece You must use the fork set collar for correct oil level Measure the oil level from the top of the slider. of wood or soft jaws to avoid damage.
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Frame Servicing (1) FORK SPRING (2) JOINT PLATE (1) NEW O-RING (2) FORK BOLT (1) FORK BOLT (3) SPRING COLLAR (4) SPRING SEAT STOPPER (3) CUT-OUT Install the fork spring with the identification mark Install a new O-ring onto the fork bolt. facing up.
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Frame Servicing (1) NEW O-RING (2) PRELOAD ADJUSTER (1) OUTER TUBE (2) TOP BRIDGE (1) FORK BOLT (2) TOP BRIDGE PINCH BOLT (3) HANDLEBAR (4) BOTTOM BRIDGE PINCH BOLTS Installation Tighten the fork bolt to the specified torque. Install the fork leg. Torque: 34 N•m (3.5 kgf•m, 25 lbf•ft) Raise the fork through the bottom bridge, handlebar and top bridge.
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Frame Servicing (1) FRONT FENDER (2) BRAKE CALIPER (1) SCREWS (2)COVER (1) SCREW (2) ENGINE STOP SWITCH Install the front fender and tighten the bolts. Install the brake caliper and tighten the bolts. Install the front wheel (page 5-3) (1) THROTTLE CABLES (2) THROTTLE PIPE (1) SCREW (2) CLUTCH LEVER BRACKET Handlebar...
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Frame Servicing (1) STEM BOLT (1) STEM BOLT (2) TOP BRIDGE (1) ADJUSTING NUT (2) TOP BRIDGE PINCH BOLTS (2) STEERING STEM SOCKET (3) HANDLEBAR PINCH BOLTS Steering Stem Remove the steering stem bolt. Loosen the top bridge pinch bolts and remove the top bridge.
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Frame Servicing (1) DRIVER SHAFT (2) NUT (3) COLLAR (4) ATTACHMENT, 47 MM (5) ATTACHMENT, 51 MM Outer Race Replacement Always replace the steering bearings and races as a set. If the machine has been involved in an accident, examine the steering stem and the area around the steering head for cracks.
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Frame Servicing (1) ADJUSTING NUT (2) LOWER BEARING (1) NEW DUST SEAL (1) LOWER BEARING (2) STEERING STEM (3) DUST SEAL (2) NEW LOWER BEARING (3) NEW UPPER BEARING (4) NEW DUST SEAL Lower Bearing Replacement Install the following: Installation Temporarily install the stem bearing adjusting nut –...
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Frame Servicing (1) BEARING ADJUSTING NUT (1) STEERING STEM (1) BEARING ADJUSTING NUT (2) STEERING STEM SOCKET Install the steering stem as follows: 2. Move the steering stem right and left, lock-to-lock 3. Loosen the bearing adjusting nut, so that the 1.
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Frame Servicing 6.2 mm (0.24 in) 4 mm (0.2 in) (1) STEERING STEM (1) ADJUSTING NUT (1) FORK LEGS (2) TOP BRIDGE (2) STEERING STEM SOCKET (3) STEM BOLT 5. Move the steering stem right and left, lock-to-lock Install the following: several times to seat the bearings.
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Frame Servicing Disassembly/Assembly Less than 60 g (1) AXLE NUT Rear Wheel (12) Removal To be Support the machine using the maintenance stand. bottomed to wheel Loosen the drive chain. (13) Torque: 41 N • m(4.2 kgf • m, Torque: 62 N • m(6.3 kgf • m, 30 lbf •...
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Frame Servicing (1) AXLE NUT (1) BOLT/NUT (1) UPPER MOUNTING BOLT/NUT (2) DRIVE CHAIN ADJUSTER (2) DRIVE CHAIN ROLLER (2) REAR SHOCK ABSORBER (3) LOWER MOUNTING BOLT/NUT Rear Shock Absorber Installation Remove the following: – upper mounting nut and bolt Place the rear wheel between the swingarm while Removal –...
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Frame Servicing 10 mm (0.4 in) (1) SPRING SEAT STOPPERS (2) SPRING SEAT (1) DAMPER ROD (2) MARK (1) RESERVOIR (2) VALVE CORE (3) SPRING GUIDE (4) SPRING (3) HYDRAULIC PRESS Disassembly Damper Nitrogen Releasing Procedure Check for oil leakage from the damper rod. Loosen the spring lock nut and adjuster.
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Frame Servicing (1) SPHERICAL BEARING DRIVER (1) PIVOT COLLARS (2) STOP RINGS (1) AIR TOOL (3) SPHERICAL BEARING DRIVER (2) STOP RING (3) SPHERICAL BEARING Spherical Bearing Replacement Inspect the spherical bearing prior to extensive use. If the movement is not smooth, be sure to perform Hold the shock absorber in a vise with a piece of braking-in procedures to the extent that the parts wood or shop towel.
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Frame Servicing (1) REBOUND ADJUSTER (1) UPPER MOUNTING BOLT/NUT (1) SPRING (2) SPRING GUIDE (3) SPRING SEAT (4) SPRING SEAT STOPPERS (2) REAR SHOCK ABSORBER Assembly Installation Install the O-ring onto the damper case. Install the rear shock absorber with its tension Install the shock absorber spring with tapered end adjuster facing to the right.
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Frame Servicing 5.1 – 5.4 mm (0.20 – 0.21 in) (1) LOWER MOUNTING BOLT/NUT (1) BOLTS/NUTS (2) LOWER MOUNTING BOLT/NUT (1) PIVOT COLLAR (2) DRIVE CHAIN ROLLER (3) SHOCK LINK (2) DUST SEALS (3) BOLT/NUT (4) SHOCK ARM PLATES (3) NEEDLE BEARING Shock Linkage Move the swingarm aligning the upper mount, then Bearing Replacement...
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Frame Servicing (1) SHOCK ARM PLATES (2) SHOCK LINK (1) TIE-WRAPS (1) BOLT/NUT (3) BOLTS/NUTS (2) DRIVE CHAIN ROLLER (4) LOWER MOUNTING BOLT/NUT Swingarm Installation Install the following: Removal – shock arm plates – shock arm-to-swingarm bolt/nut Remove the following: –...
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Frame Servicing (1) PIVOT BOLT (1) SCREWS (2) DRIVE CHAIN SLIDER (1) PIVOT NUT (2) ADJUSTING BOLT Turn the swingarm pivot bolt and loosen the pivot adjusting bolt. Remove the swingarm pivot bolt and swingarm. (1) LOCK NUT WRENCH (1) SCREWS (2) DRIVE CHAIN SLIDER Remove the swingarm pivot nut.
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Frame Servicing Swingarm Pivot Bearing Replacement ・ Replace the swingarm bearings as a set. 4.0 – 5.0 mm (0.16 – 0.20 in) To be bottomed (1) PIVOT COLLAR B (2) DUST SEALS (3) DISTANCE COLLAR (4) SNAP RING Remove pivot collar B. Remove the dust seals and distance collar.
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Frame Servicing 4.0 mm (0.16 in) (1) BEARING REMOVER SET (1) DRIVER (2) ATTACHMENT/PILOT (1) DRIVER (2) ATTACHMENT/PILOT Press a new left pivot bearing in using the special Press the new right pivot bearings in using the spe- tools. cial tools. Face the bearing with its marked side facing out.
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Frame Servicing 5.2 – 5.7 mm (0.20 – 0.22 in) (1) SNAP RING (2) RIGHT DUST SEAL (1) CHAIN GUARD (2) BOLTS (1) DRIVER (2) ATTACHMENT/PILOT (3) DUST SEALS (4) NEEDLE BEARING (3) DISTANCE COLLAR (4) LEFT DUST SEAL (5) PIVOT COLLAR B Press the shock arm plate pivot needle bearing out Assembly using the special tools.
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Frame Servicing (1) ADJUSTING BOLT (1) ADJUSTING BOLT (2) PIVOT BOLT (1) LOCK NUT WRENCH Installation Install the swingarm. Install and tighten the swingarm adjusting bolt lock Apply a thin layer of grease to the swingarm pivot nut to the specified torque. Apply grease to the swingarm adjusting bolt bolt surface.
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Frame Servicing (1) PIVOT NUT (1) SHOCK ARM PLATES (1) drive chain roller (2) SHOCK ARM PLATE BOLT/NUT (2) bolt/nut (3) LOWER MOUNTING BOLT/NUT Hold the pivot bolt and install and tighten the Install the following: Install the drive chain roller and tighten the bolt/nut. swingarm pivot nut to the specified torque.
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Frame Servicing (1) BRAKE HOSE (1) BOLTS (2) CALIPER (1) BRAKE PADS (1) TIE-WRAPS Brake Pad Replacement Route the brake hose properly, install the rear brake caliper bracket (page 5-35). Secure the brake hose using the tie-wraps as shown. Front Brake Pad Replacement Install the rear wheel (page 5-20).
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Frame Servicing (1) CALIPER PISTONS (1) BRAKE CALIPER (2) BOLTS (1) PAD PIN PLUGS (2) PAD PINS Install the caliper to the fork slider so the disc is posi- Rear Brake Pad Replacement tioned between the pads, being careful not to dam- age the pads.
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Frame Servicing (1) CALIPER PISTON (2) PAD SPRING (1) PAD PINS (2) PAD PIN PLUGS Push the piston all the way in to allow installation of Tighten the pad pins. new brake pads. Check the brake fluid level in the vinyl tube as this Torque: 18 N•m (1.8 kgf•m, 13 lbf•ft) operation causes the level to rise.
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Frame Servicing (1) BRACKET COLLAR (1) BRAKE HOSE (2) NEW SEALING WASHERS (1) OIL BOLT (2) BOLTS (3) HOLDER (2) CALIPER BRACKET ASSEMBLY (3) OIL BOLT (4) MASTER CYLINDER (3) WASHER (4) SNAP RING Front Master Cylinder Installation Install the brake hose eyelet joint with new sealing washers.
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Frame Servicing Disassembly/Assembly (1) JOINT PIN (2) ADJUSTER (3) ADJUSTER ARM (4) PIVOT SCREW If the brake lever was disassembled, assemble as follows: 1. Install the joint pin with its arrow facing to the adjuster. 2. Apply silicone grease to the adjuster rod. 3.
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Frame Servicing (1) MASTER CYLINDER (2) UP MARK (1) TIE-WRAP (2) JOINT BOLT/NUT (1) OIL BOLT (2) SEALING WASHERS (3) NEW SEALING WASHERS (4) OIL BOLT (3) BOLTS (4) MASTER CYLINDER Rear Master Cylinder Installation Remove the brake hose oil bolt and disconnect the brake hose eyelet joint.
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Frame Servicing Disassembly/Assembly (1) MASTER CYLINDER (2) BOLTS (3) EYELET JOINT (4) NEW SEALING WASHERS (5) OIL BOLT Installation Install the master cylinder onto the bracket. Install and tighten the mounting bolts. Connect the brake hose eyelet joint with new sealing washers.
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Frame Servicing (1) JOINT BOLT/NUT (2) VINYL TUBE (3) TIE-WRAPS Connect the joint with the brake pedal. Install the washer and joint bolt/nut, then tighten the nut. Secure the vinyl tube with a tie wrap. Fill the reservoir and bleed the system. 5-41...
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6. Electrical Servicing (1) 5P (BLACK) CONNECTOR (1) 6P (NATURAL) CONNECTOR (1) 4P (RED) CONNECTOR Charging System Inspection If the resistance is out of specification, disconnect Regulated Voltage Inspection the alternator 6P (Natural) connector and measure Alternator Charging Coil the resistance between the terminals of the alterna- Disconnect the service check 4P (Red) connector.
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Electrical Servicing (1) 5P (NATURAL) CONNECTOR (1) 33P (BLACK) CONNECTOR (1) 2P (NATURAL) CONNECTOR (2) BOLTS (2) PGM-FI/IGN UNIT (2) DIRECT IGNITION COIL (3) REGULATOR/RECTIFIER Ignition System Inspection Regulator/Rectifier Removal/installation Disconnect the direct ignition coil 2P (Natural) con- nector. Disconnect the regulator/rectifier 5P (Black) connec- Disconnect the PGM-FI/IGN unit 33P (Black) connec- tor.
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Electrical Servicing (1) 2P (NATURAL) CONNECTOR (1) 33P (BLACK) CONNECTOR (1) 6P (NATURAL) CONNECTOR (2) DIRECT IGNITION COIL (2) PGM-FI/IGN UNIT Removal/Installation Ignition Pulse Generator Inspection If the resistance is out of specification, measure the resistance at the alternator 6P (Natural) connector. Remove the fuel tank.
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Electrical Servicing (1) CONDENSER (1) 2P (LIGHT GRAY) CONNECTOR (1) 2P (BLUE) CONNECTOR Condenser Inspection Engine Stop Switch Inspection Hand Shifter Switch Inspection If the engine does not start, check for the items Disconnect the engine stop switch 2P (Light gray) Disconnect the hand shifter switch 2P (Blue) connec- “engine does not start”...
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Electrical Servicing A-11 A-12 A-22 A-23 A-33 (1) 33P (BLACK) CONNECTOR PGM-FI System Inspection Place the motorcycle upright position and remove the rear fender. Disconnect the ECM 33P (Black) connector. Check for the following at the ECM terminals of the wire harness side. Item Terminal Standard...
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Electrical Servicing (1) INTERFACE UNIT ASSEMBLY (1) POWER SWITCH (1) POWER SWITCH (2) RED WIRE EYELET (3) GREEN WIRE EYELET (2) MIL (2) MIL (4) USB CONNECTOR (5) 4P (RED) CONNECTOR (3) WARNING/RESET SWITCH (3) WARNING/RESET SWITCH PGM-FI Turn the serial-USB interface unit warning/reset Self-diagnosis Reset Procedure switch to the warning side as shown.
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Electrical Servicing PGM-FI Self-diagnosis Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Failure Codes • The PGM-FI MIL denotes the failure codes (the number of blinks from 0 to 69). When the indicator lights for 1.3 seconds, it is equivalent to ten blinks. For exam- ple;...
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Electrical Servicing (1) SCREWS (1) ARROW/UP MARK (2) BANK ANGLE SENSOR (2) BANK ANGLE SENSOR Bank Angle Sensor Inspection Connect the bank angle sensor 3P (Natural) connec- Install the bank angle sensor in the reverse order of tor. removal. Remove the screws and bank angle sensor from the With the arrow mark on the bank angle sensor fac- Install the bank angle sensor with its arrow/UP mark sensor bracket.
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Electrical Servicing (1) 2P (BLACK) CONNECTOR (1) WATER TEMPERATURE SENSOR (1) PGM-FI 33P (BLACK) CONNECTOR Water Temperature Sensor Meter Inspection If there is no continuity, check the wire harness. If there is continuity, check the water temperature Sensor Inspection If the water temperature meter does not display, sensor.
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Electrical Servicing Wiring Diagram ENGINE HAND CONDENSOR STOP SWITCH SWITCH TEMP TACHO SHIFT METER METER FUEL INDICATOR INDICATOR PUMP CHECK DATA QSSW ( BLACK ) ( R ) ( Bu ) ( Gr ) ( Bl ) MINI MINI MINI ( Bl ) ( Gr ) ( Bu )
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7. Machine Setting Optional Transmission Gears Optional transmission gears are available for use the transmission. Care should be taken when substituting optional gears for the standard gears. The optional low gear/mainshaft has marking etched on the shaft end for identification. Identification for other gears is aided by a marking located on the side of the gear.
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Machine Setting Suspension Adjustment Standard Setting Always start from standard setting when adjusting the suspension. If you become confused about adjustment settings, return to the standard setting and start over. Shock Absorber Fork 18 mm 27.5 mm (0.7 in) (1.08 in) Height 15 mm adjuster...
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Machine Setting 4.0 mm (0.16 in) R: 9.5 mm (0.37 in) L: 14.5 mm (0.57 in) (1) TY-RAP (1) SUSPENSION STOPS POSITION (1) SUSPENSION STOPS POSITION (2) TY-RAP (3) O-RING (2) FULLY STROKE POSITION Suspension stroke is affected by lap times, tire grip, Inspect the stroke from stop position.
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Machine Setting 18 mm (0.7 in) 15 mm (0.6 in) (1) FORK PRELOAD ADJUSTER (1) REBOUND ADJUSTER (1) PRELOAD ADJUSTER (2) REAR SHOCK ABSORBER PRELOAD ADJUSTER (2) COMPRESSION ADJUSTER Adjust the suspension stroke using the spring pre- Front Suspension Adjustment Spring Preload Adjustment load adjuster.
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Machine Setting (1) FORK SET COLLAR (2) STOPPER RING (1) SPRING COLLAR (2) SPRING SEAT STOPPER (1) SPRING SEAT STOPPER (3) FORK BOLT (3) FORK BOLT (2) SPRING COLLAR (3) JOINT PLATE (4) FORK SPRING Fork Spring Replacement Push down on the spring collar and spring seat stop- Remove the following: Support the machine using the maintenance stand.
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Machine Setting Optional Spring Characteristics LOAD (kgf) STROKE (mm) Spring Identification (1) FORK SET COLLAR (2) DAMPER ROD (1) OIL LEVEL Fluid Level Adjustment Oil Level Characteristics Identification Fork fluid level should be checked with the Fork Set Spring rate Pre-load Color Collar installed.
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Machine Setting (1) COMPRESSION ADJUSTER (1) REBOUND ADJUSTER (1) LOCK NUT (2) ADJUSTER Rear Suspension Adjustment Rebound Damping Adjustment Spring Preload Adjustment The rebound damping adjuster is at the base of the Loosen the lock nut and turn the spring preload Make sure the rear shock reservoir is facing rear- shock absorber.
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Machine Setting HIGH RATE LOAD (kgf) STANDARD RATE HIGH RATE 1G POSITION STROKE (mm) PRELOAD (1) UPPER JOINT (2) LOCK NUT (1) PRELOAD LENGTH Ride Height Adjustment Spring Replacement Install the rear shock absorber spring (page 5-23). Make sure the suspension is not loaded when check- Remove the rear shock absorber, then remove the Adjust the ride height.
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Machine Setting Troubleshooting Suspension Set-up Symptom Suspected Causes Countermeasures Bottoming (a solid feeling) Poor performance • Check fork and rear shock absorber assembly performance. Confirm that the fork pipe and rod are not bent, If there is such trouble, modify or exchange the defective part. •...
2012-NSF250R PARTS LIST Contents Instructions for Use of Parts List..........8- 2 Fuel Hose, General Purpose Hoses and Vinyl Hose ....8- 3 FRAME GROUP ENGINE GROUP E- 1 CYLINDER HEAD ............8- 7 F- 1 METER................8- 35 F- 2 HANDLE LEVER / SWITCH / CABLE......
No. • The parts that have a dot "•" on the left side of the "Ref. No." are exclusive for HRC products. To purchase these parts, consult your Honda dealer. • The parts that have no dot are Honda products and can be pur- chased from your nearest Honda motorcycle dealer, or from HRC- JAPAN/EUROPE if you can't obtain the parts locally.
Fuel Hose, general purpose hoses and vinyl hose • The standard part fuel hose, general purpose hose and vinyl hose may be substituted by the coiled bulk part. • When ordering the standard part fuel hose, general purpose hose and vinyl hose use the bulk part number written in the parts catalogue in brackets ( ) under- neath the part name, or use the catalogue below.
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Vinyl Tube Vinyl Tube Vinyl Tube Bulk Part Bulk Part Bulk Part Standard Part Bulk Part No. Inner Outer Standard Part Bulk Part No. Inner Outer Standard Part Bulk Part No. Inner Outer Length Length Length Diameter Diameter Diameter Diameter Diameter Diameter (mm) (mm)
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General Purpose Hoses General Purpose Hoses Bulk Part Bulk Part Inner Inner Standard Part No. Bulk Part No. Standard Part No. Bulk Part No. Length Length Diameter Diameter (mm) (mm) 95005-11xxx-3x 95005-11001-30M 11.0 95005-45001-10M 95005-11xxx-5x 95005-11001-50M 11.0 95005-45xxx-4x <95005-45003-10M> 95005-12001-10M <95005-45008-10M>...
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• Bulk part number of fuel hose, general purpose hose and vinyl hose. (Example) 95001 - 75001 - 50M Bulk part number: Refers to the bulk part. Marking code (hose type): (fuel hose and general purpose hose) Change code (for added hose): (Vinyl hose) •...
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