Steering/Body/Controls The following steering components should be inspected periodically to ensure safe and proper operation. A. Handlebar grips not worn, broken, or loose. B. Handlebar not bent or cracked and has equal and complete full-left and full-right capability. C. Steering post bearing assembly/bearing housing not broken, worn, or binding. D. Ball joints not worn, cracked, or damaged.
KM308A
4. Remove the cap screws and flange nuts securing the mud guards to the front and rear fenders; then remove the cap screws securing the mud guards to the foot rests and remove the mud guards.
E. Tie rods not bent or cracked. F. Knuckles not worn, cracked, or damaged. G. Cotter pins not damaged or missing. The frame, welds, and racks should be checked periodically for damage, bends, cracks, deterioration, broken components, and missing components.
Body REMOVING 1. Remove the seat; then remove the battery cover. TR240A
5. Remove the side panels; then remove the cap screws and flange nuts securing the front and rear fenders to the frame and fender supports.
TR007A
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable first; then the positive cable. Remove the battery. 3. Remove the front and rear racks; then remove the cap screws securing the front center panel and remove the panel.
KM799B
6. Disconnect the left and right headlight connectors; then disconnect the taillight. 7. Remove the gas tank cover; then remove the shift knob and front and rear fenders.
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