Tightness inspection
Check the tightness of the bolts and nuts listed here. Also, check to see that each cotter pin is in place and in good condition.
Note. For the engine fasteners, check the tightness of them when the engine is cold (at room temperature).
★ If there are loose fasteners, retorque them to the specified torque following the specified tightening sequence Refer to the appropriate chapter for torque specifications. If torque specifications are not in the appropriate chapter, see the Standard Torque Table. For each fastener, first loosen it by 1/2 turn, then tighten it.
★ If cotter pins are damaged, replace them with new ones.
Nut, bolt and fastener to be checked
Wheels:
- Front Axle Nut
- Front Axle Clamp Bolt
- Rear Axle Nut
- Rear Axle Nut Cotter Pin
Brakes:
- Front Master Cylinder Clamp Bolts
- Caliper Mounting Bolts
- Rear Master Cylinder Mounting Bolts
- Brake Lever Pivot Nut
- Brake Pedal Bolt
- Brake Rod Joint Cotter Pin
Suspension:
- Front Fork Clamp Bolts
- Front Fender Mounting Bolts
- Rear Shock Absorber Mounting Nuts
- Swingarm Pivot Shaft Nut
- Uni-Trak Link Nuts
Steering:
- Stem Head Nut
- Handlebar Mounting Bolts
Engine:
- Engine Mounting Bolts
- Cylinder Head Bolts
- Muffler Mounting Bolts
- Exhaust Pipe Holder Nuts
- Muffler Connecting Clamp Bolt
- Clutch Lever Pivot Nut
Others:
- Sidestand Bolt
- Footpeg Mounting Bolts
- Footpeg Bracket Mounting Bolts