Honda Transalp XL700V Manual page 533

ELECTRIC STARTER
Check for continuity between pairs of commutator
bars.
There should be continuity.
Check for continuity between each individual com-
mutator bar and the armature shaft.
There should be no continuity.
Check the dust seal and bearing for wear or dam-
age.
Turn the inner race of the starter motor bearing with
your finger.
The bearing should turn smoothly and quietly.
Also check that the outer race of the bearing fits
tightly in the front cover.
Check the bushing of the rear cover for wear or
damage.
19-10
CONTINUITY:
NO CONTINUITY:
DUST SEAL
BUSHING
REAR COVER
BEARING