• Loosen:
Lower Rear Shock Absorber Bolt [A] and Nut

the rear wheel off the ground with webbing slings
• Raise
[A].

○Hang the webbing slings to the rear footpeg brackets as
shown.

○Protect the vehicle using suitable clothes [B].

• Remove:
Upper Rear Shock Absorber Bolt, Nut and Washer
Lower Rear Shock Absorber Bolt and Nut
Rear Shock Absorber

Rear Shock Absorber Installation

the rear shock absorber nuts with new ones.
• Replace
Install
the
rear shock absorber so that the rebound damp• ing force adjuster
faces rightward.
Install
the
rear
shock
absorber bolts, nuts and washer
• temporarily.
• Remove the webbing slings.

NOTE

○When tightening the rear shock absorber bolt and nut,
lower the rear wheel to the ground.
the lower rear shock absorber nut first, and then
• Tighten
the upper rear shock absorber bolt.
Torque - Lower Rear Shock Absorber Nut: 44 N·m (4.5
kgf·m, 32 ft·lb)
Upper Rear Shock Absorber Bolt: 44 N·m (4.5
kgf·m, 32 ft·lb)

the right frame cover (see Frame Cover Installation
• Install
in the Frame chapter).

13-32 SUSPENSION
Rear Shock Absorber
Rear Shock Absorber Inspection

the rear shock absorber (see Rear Shock Ab• Remove
sorber Removal).
inspect the following items.
• Visually
Oil Leakage

•

Crack or Dent
If there is any damage to the rear shock absorber, replace
it.
Visually inspect the rubber bushing.
If it show any signs of damage, replace it.

Rear Shock Absorber Scrapping

WARNING
Since the rear shock absorber contains nitrogen
gas, do not incinerate the rear shock absorber without first releasing the gas or it may explode. Before
a rear shock absorber is scrapped, drill a hole at the
point [A] shown to release the nitrogen gas completely. Wear safety glasses when drilling the hole,
as the gas may blow out bits of drilled metal when
the hole opens.

SUSPENSION 13-33
Swingarm
Swingarm Removal

• Remove:
Frame Covers (see Frame Cover Removal in the Frame
•

chapter)
Loosen:
Swingarm Pivot Shaft Nut [A]

the swingarm pivot nut wrench [A], loosen the
• Using
swingarm pivot shaft locknut [B].
Special Tool - Swingarm Pivot Nut Wrench: 57001-1872

• Remove:
Mud Guard (see Mud Guard Removal in the Frame
chapter)
Rear Wheel (see Rear Wheel Removal in the
Wheels/Tires chapter)
Rocker Arms (see Rocker Arm Removal)
Brake Hose Clamp Bolts [A]
Swingarm Pivot Shaft Nut

the swingarm pivot shaft [A] counterclockwise to free
• Turn
the swingarm pivot shaft from the collar.
out the swingarm pivot shaft to the right side and
• Pull
remove the swingarm.

Swingarm Installation

inspect the chain guide [A].
• Visually
Replace the chain guide if it shows any signs of abnormal
wear or damage.

13-34 SUSPENSION
Swingarm
grease to the lips of the grease seals [A].
• Apply
Be
sure
• swingarm.to install the grease seals and sleeve to the
• Fit the collar [B] on the grease seal of the right side.

the collar [A] on the stopper [B] which is the inside
• Place
of the frame [C].
the swingarm pivot shaft into the frame from the
• Insert
right side.
the swingarm pivot shaft until the clearance [D]
• Tighten
between the collar and the frame come to 0 mm.
the swingarm pivot shaft once, and tighten the
• Loosen
swingarm pivot shaft securely.
Torque - Swingarm Pivot Shaft: 9.8 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 87 in·lb)

the swingarm pivot
• Tighten
swingarm pivot nut wrench.

shaft locknut, using the

Special Tool - Swingarm Pivot Nut Wrench: 57001-1872
Torque - Swingarm Pivot Shaft Locknut: 98 N·m (10 kgf·m,
72 ft·lb)

• Tighten:
Torque - Swingarm Pivot Shaft Nut: 108 N·m (11.0 kgf·m,
79.7 ft·lb)

the swingarm up and down to check for abnormal
• Move
friction.
• Install the removed parts (see appropriate chapters).

Swingarm Bearing Removal

• Remove:
Swingarm (see Swingarm Removal)
Collar [A]
Grease Seals [B]
Sleeve [C]
Circlip [D] (Right Side)
Special Tool - Inside Circlip Pliers: 57001-143

• Remove the ball bearing and needle bearings.
Special Tool - Oil Seal & Bearing Remover [A]: 57001-1058

SUSPENSION 13-35
Swingarm
Swingarm Bearing Installation

• Replace the ball and needle bearings [A] with new ones.
NOTE

○Install the ball and needle bearings so that the marked
side faces out.
the needle bearings, ball bearing [B] and grease
• Install
seals [C] position as shown.

○Using a suitable bearing drive and the bearing driver set.
Special Tool - Bearing Driver Set: 57001-1129

Circlip [D]
28 ±0.4 mm (1.1 ±0.02 in.) [E]
20.5 ±0.4 mm (0.81 ±0.02 in.) [F]

13-36 SUSPENSION
Swingarm
Swingarm Bearing, Sleeve Inspection
NOTICE
Do not remove the bearings for inspection. Removal may damage them.
the needle bearings [A] and ball bearing [B] in• Inspect
stalled in the swingarm.

○The rollers and ball in a bearing normally wear very little,
and wear is difficult to measure. Instead of measuring,
visually inspect the bearing for abrasion, discoloration, or
other damage.
If the needle bearing and sleeve [C] show any signs of
abnormal wear, discoloration, or damage, replace them
as a set.

the bearing in the swingarm back and forth [A] while
• Turn
checking for plays, roughness, or binding.

•

If bearing play, roughness, or binding is found, replace
the bearing.
Examine the bearing seal [B] for tears or leakage.
If the seal is torn or is leaking, replace the bearing.

Swingarm Bearing Lubrication
NOTE

○Since the bearings are packed with grease and sealed,
lubrication is not required.

Chain Guide Inspection

to the Chain Guide Wear Inspection in the Periodic
• Refer
Maintenance chapter.

SUSPENSION 13-37
Tie-Rod, Rocker Arm
Tie-Rod Removal

• Support the front of the motorcycle with the stand.
WARNING
When raising the rear wheel off the ground and removing part(s) from the motorcycle, be sure to support the front of the motorcycle, or the motorcycle
may fall over. It could cause an accident and injury.

• Remove:
Right Front Footpeg Bracket Bolts [A]

• Loosen:
Tie-Rod Bolts and Nuts [A]

the rear wheel off the ground with webbing slings
• Raise
[A].

○Hang the webbing slings to the rear footpeg brackets as
shown.

○Protect the vehicle using suitable clothes [B].

• Remove:
Tie-Rod Bolts, Nuts and Washer
Tie-Rod

Tie-Rod Installation

grease to the inside of the grease seals.
• Apply
the tie-rod nuts with new ones.
• Replace
Install
the
bolts, nuts and washer temporarily.
• Remove thetie-rod,
webbing
slings.
•

NOTE

○When tightening the tie-rod nuts, lower the rear wheel
to the ground.
the lower tie-rod nut first, and then the upper tie
• Tighten
-rod nut.
Torque - Tie-Rod Nuts: 44 N·m (4.5 kgf·m, 32 ft·lb)

• Tighten:
Torque - Front Footpeg Bracket Bolts: 25 N·m (2.5 kgf·m,
18 ft·lb)

13-38 SUSPENSION
Tie-Rod, Rocker Arm
Rocker Arm Removal

• Support the front of the motorcycle with the stand.
WARNING
When raising the rear wheel off the ground and removing part(s) from the motorcycle, be sure to support the front of the motorcycle, or the motorcycle
may fall over. It could cause an accident and injury.

• Remove:
Right Front Footpeg Bracket Bolts [A]

• Loosen:
Lower Rear Shock Absorber Bolt and Nut [A]
Upper Tie-Rod Bolt and Nut [B]
Rocker Arm Bolt and Nut [C]

the rear wheel off the ground with webbing slings
• Raise
[A].

○Hang the webbing slings to the rear footpeg brackets as
shown.

○Protect the vehicle using suitable clothes [B].

• Remove:
Lower Rear Shock Absorber Bolt and Nut
Upper Tie-Rod Bolt and Nut
Rocker Arm Bolt and Nut
Rocker Arms

SUSPENSION 13-39
Tie-Rod, Rocker Arm
Rocker Arm Installation

grease to the inside of the grease seals.
• Apply
the following nuts with new ones.
• Replace
Lower Rear Shock Absorber Nut

•
•
•

Upper Tie-Rod Nut
Rocker Arm Nut
Install the rocker arms so that the short side [A] faces
forward.
Install the bolts and nuts temporarily.
Remove the webbing slings.

NOTE

○When tightening the nuts, lower the rear wheel to the
ground.
the rocker arm nut, upper tie-rod nut and lower
• Tighten
rear shock absorber nut following the tightening sequence
[1  3].

Torque - Rocker Arm Nut: 44 N·m (4.5 kgf·m, 32 ft·lb)
Tie-Rod Nut: 44 N·m (4.5 kgf·m, 32 ft·lb)
Lower Rear Shock Absorber Nut: 44 N·m (4.5
kgf·m, 32 ft·lb)

• Tighten:
Torque - Front Footpeg Bracket Bolts: 25 N·m (2.5 kgf·m,
18 ft·lb)

Tie-Rod and Rocker Arm Bearing Removal

• Remove:
Tie-Rod (see Tie-Rod Removal)
•

Rocker Arms (see Rocker Arm Removal)
Swingarm [A] (see Swingarm Removal)
Sleeves [B]
Grease Seals [C]
Remove the needle bearings [D], using a suitable tool.

13-40 SUSPENSION
Tie-Rod, Rocker Arm
Tie-Rod and Rocker Arm Bearing Installation

the needle bearing [A] and grease seals with new
• Replace
ones.
the needle bearings position as shown.
•○Install
Screw the needle bearing driver into the driver holder.

○Insert the needle bearing driver into the needle bearing
and press the needle bearing.
7.5 mm (0.30 in.) [B]

NOTE

○For a bearing of inner diameter

17, select the pressing
side of the needle bearing driver according to its pressing depth.

Special Tools - Bearing Driver Set: 57001-1129
Needle Bearing Driver, 17/ 18:
-1609

57001

plenty of grease to the lips of the grease seals.
• Apply
Install
the grease seals.
•

Rocker Arm/Tie-Rod Bearing, Sleeve Inspection
NOTICE
Do not remove the bearings for inspection. Removal may damage them.
inspect the rocker arm, or tie-rod sleeves [A] and
• Visually
needle bearings [B].
rollers in a needle bearing normally wear very little,
• The
and wear is difficult to measure. Instead of measuring,
inspect the bearing for abrasion, color change, or other
damage.
If there is any doubt as to the condition of any of the needle bearings or sleeve, replace the sleeve and needle
bearings as a set.

Rocker Arm/Tie-Rod Bearing Lubrication
NOTE

○Since the bearings are packed with grease, lubrication
is not required.

STEERING 14-1

Steering
Table of Contents
Exploded View........................................................................................................................
Special Tools ..........................................................................................................................
Steering ..................................................................................................................................
Steering Inspection ...........................................................................................................
Steering Adjustment..........................................................................................................
Steering Stem.........................................................................................................................
Stem, Stem Bearing Removal...........................................................................................
Stem, Stem Bearing Installation........................................................................................
Steering Stem Bearing Lubrication ...................................................................................
Steering Stem Warp Inspection ........................................................................................
Stem Cap Deterioration, Damage Inspection ...................................................................
Handlebar ...............................................................................................................................
Handlebar Removal ..........................................................................................................
Handlebar Installation .......................................................................................................

14-2
14-4
14-5
14-5
14-5
14-6
14-6
14-7
14-9
14-9
14-10
14-11
14-11
14-11

14

14-2 STEERING
Exploded View

STEERING 14-3
Exploded View
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Fastener
Handlebar Holder Bolts
Switch Housing Screws
Upper Front Fork Clamp Bolts
Steering Stem Head Bolt
Lower Handlebar Holder Nuts
Steering Stem Nut
Lower Front Fork Clamp Bolts

N·m
25
3.5
20
108
34
27
20.5

Torque
kgf·m
2.5
0.36
2.0
11.0
3.5
2.8
2.09

ft·lb
18
31 in·lb
15
79.7
25
20
15.1

AD: Apply adhesive.
AL: Tighten the two clamp bolts alternately two times to ensure even tighten torque.
G: Apply grease.
L: Apply a non-permanent locking agent.
R: Replacement Parts
S: Follow the specified tightening sequence.

Remarks
S

R
AL

14-4 STEERING
Special Tools
Head Pipe Outer Race Press Shaft:
57001-1075

Steering Stem Bearing Driver Adapter, 41.5:
57001-1345

Steering Stem Nut Wrench:
57001-1100

Head Pipe Outer Race Driver,
57001-1446

Steering Stem Bearing Driver,
57001-1344

42.5:

Adjustable Hook Wrench:
57001-1863

55:

STEERING 14-5
Steering
Steering Inspection

to the Steering Play Inspection in the Periodic Main• Refer
tenance chapter.

Steering Adjustment

to the Steering Play Adjustment in the Periodic
• Refer
Maintenance chapter.

14-6 STEERING
Steering Stem
Stem, Stem Bearing Removal

• Remove:
Headlight
•

Assy (see Upper Fairing Removal in the
Frame chapter)
Handlebars (see Handlebar Removal)
Steering Stem Head Bolt Plug [A]
Loosen the steering stem head bolt [B].

• Remove:
Front Forks (see Front Fork Removal in the Suspension
chapter)
Horn Bolts [A]
Headlight Bracket Bolts [B]

• Remove:
Bracket Bolts [A]

• Remove:
Steering Stem Head Bolt [A] and Washer
Steering Stem Head [B]

the claws [A] of claw washer straighten.
• Bend
• Remove the steering stem locknut [B].
Special Tool - Steering Stem Nut Wrench: 57001-1100

• Remove the claw washer.