Apply the lubricant to the overlap in the sideplates

suitable for O-ring chains. Apply the oil to the area where the side plates overlap - not the middle of the rollers (see illustration).

PJWJTCIApply the oil to the top of the
. lower chain run, so

HllUTcentrifugal force will work the oil into the chain when the motorcycle Is moving. After applying the lubricant, let it soak ina few minutes before wiping off any

Every 4000 miles (6000 km) or 6 months

2 Idle speed-

check and adjustment

1 The idle speed should be checked and adjusted before and after the carburettors are synchronised (balanced) and when It isobviously too high or too low. Before adjusting the idle speed, make sure the valve clearances and spark plug gaps are correct. Also, turn the handlebars back-and-forth and see if the idle speed changes as this is done. If it does, the throttle cable may not be adjusted or routed correctly, or may be worn out. This is adangerous condition that can cause loss of control of the motorcycle. Be sure to correct this problem before proceeding.

2 The engine should be at normal operating

temperature, which is usually reached after 10 to 15 minutes of stop-and-go riding. Place the motorcycle on its centre stand, and make sure the transmission is in neutral.

3 The idle speed adjuster is located between the carburettors (see illustration).With the engine running and the throttle closed, adjust the idle speed by turning the adjuster screw until the idle speed listed in this Chapter's Specifications is obtained. Turn the screw clockwise to increase idle speed, and anti­clockwise to decrease it.

4 Snap the throttle open and shut a few times, then recheck the idle speed. If necessary, repeat the adjustment procedure.

5 If a smooth, steady idle can't be achieved, the fuel/air mixture may be incorrect (see Chapter 4) or the carburettors may need synchronising (see Section 15).

1 Disc brake pads and rear drum brake shoe
linings (R and T models only) all have wear
indicators. A quick check of brake wear can
be made without dismantling components.

Brake pads

2 The amount of pad wear can be judged by looking at the pads from the underside rear of the caliper (both front and rear) (see illustration).A cutout in the friction material indicates the wear limit (see illustration).

3If either pad in the caliper has worn down to, or beyond the cutout in the friction material, both pads must be renewed as a set.

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