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2-30 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Periodic Maintenance Procedures
Rear Brake Light Switch Check/Adjustment
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Turn on the ignition switch.
•
Check the operation of the rear brake light switch by de-
pressing the brake pedal [A]. The brake light should go
on after about
10 mm (0.39 in.)
of the pedal travel [B].
If it does not, adjust the brake light switch.
•
While holding the switch body, turn the adjusting nut to
adjust the switch.
Switch Body [A]
Adjusting Nut [B]
Light sooner as the body rises [C]
Light later as the body lowers [D]
CAUTION
To avoid damaging the electrical connections in-
side the switch, be sure that the switch body does
not turn during adjustment.
Suspension
Front Fork Oil Leak Inspection
•
Remove the bolts [A] and then slide the cover downward.
•
Visually inspect the front forks [A] for oil leakage, scoring
or scratches on the outer surface of the inner tubes.
Replace or repair any defective parts, if necessary.