Sidestand removal
Raise the rear wheel [A] off the ground, using the jack [B].
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- Special Tool - Jack: 57001-1238
Remove the alternator outer cover (see Alternator outer cover removal in the Electrical System chapter).
Disconnect the sidestand switch lead connector [A].
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Remove:
- Sidestand Switch Bolt [A]
- Spring [B]
- Sidestand Bolt [C]
- Sidestand [D]
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Sidestand installation
Apply grease to the contact surface of the frame and sidestand.
Install:
- Sidestand [A]
- Sidestand Mounting Bolt [B] and Nut [C]
Tighten:
- Sidestand Mounting Nut: 44 N·m (4.5 kgf·m, 32 ft·lb)
Hook the spring [D] so that face the long spring end upward.
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Install the spring hook direction as shown.
Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the sidestand switch mounting bolt [E].
Install the sidestand switch [F].
Tighten:
- Sidestand Switch Mounting Bolt: 8.8 N·m (0.90 kgf·m 78 in·lb)
Check that the sidestand switch mounting bolt and nut is not loosening.
Run the sidestand switch lead correctly (see Cable, wire and hose routing section in the Appendix chapter).
Install the alternator outer cover (see Alternator outer cover installation in the Electrical System chapter).