Battery precautions Warning! Under some circumstances, the battery can give off explosive gases; keep sparks, flames and cigarettes away. Provide adequate ventilation when charging or using the battery in an enclosed space. The battery contains sulphuric acid...
Battery — removal and installation Remove 1. Battery; 2. Battery strap; 3. Positive (red) terminal; 4. Negative terminal 1. Remove the rider's seat. 2. Lift up the tool box at its front edge and pivot it towards the rear of the motorcycle. 3. Remove the battery strap. 4. Disconnect...
New battery commissioning Warning! The battery electrolyte is corrosive and poisonous. Never swallow battery electrolyte or allow it to come into contact with the skin. To help reduce the risk of injury, always wear eye and skin protection when filling and sealing the...
Charging — battery already in service When re-charging a battery in service, the following precautions must be taken to avoid damage to the battery. 1. The charging rate must not exceed 1.2 A except for a boost charge where a maximum charge rate of 5 Amps, (for no longer than 1 hour) is...
Battery maintenance Clean the battery using a clean, dry, cloth. Be sure that the cable connections are clean. Warning! The battery electrolyte is corrosive and poisonous and will cause damage to unprotected skin. Never swallow battery electrolyte or allow it to come...
Alternator — removal 1. Remove the rider's seat. 2. Disconnect the battery, negative (black) lead first. 3. Remove the engine as described on page 10.2 . 4. Release the bolts securing the starter motor to the alternator cover. 1. Starter motor; 2. Starter motor fixings;...
Alternator — inspection 1. Inspect the key in the crankshaft for damage and distortion. Replace the key if necessary. 2. Inspect the rotor for damage and high spots to the taper centre. Replace the rotor if necessary. 3. Inspect the stator for signs of overheating and...
Alternator — assembly 1. Locate the stator to the crankcase. 2. Apply silicone sealer to the cable grommet and align the cable to the crankcase exit slot. 3. Fit the cable retainer bracket, routing the cables as noted on strip down. Tighten the retainer bolts to 12 Nm....
Alternator rectifier — removal and installation Note: The alternator rectifier is attached to the battery box. The rectifier does not contain any serviceable parts and must be replaced if faulty. Removal 1. Remove the rider's seat as described on page 17.9 . 2. Disconnect the battery, negative...
Starter motor — removal and installation Removal 1. Remove the rider's seat as described on page 17.9 . 2. Disconnect the battery, negative (black) lead first. 3. Remove the exhaust silencers and catalyst box as described on page 10.2 . 4. Disconnect the solenoid connection from the main...