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CAUTION 10
Never attempt to adjust electrode gap.
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Electrode gap should be 0.6 - 0.7 mm. If not so, change the spark plug. u Make sure that the washer (10) is in good condition.
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Installation: u Position the washer (10) and screw in
CAUTION Only use recommended spark plugs, see page 90 (TECHNICAL DATA) or the engine performance and life-span might be impaired. Electrode gap should be checked using a wire gauge (9) to avoid damaging the platinum coating. u Check electrode gap with a wire gauge
(9).
the spark plug by hand in order not to damage the thread. u Tighten each spark plug by one half of a turn to compress the washer using the socket included in the tool kit. Spark plug tightening torque: 20 Nm (2 kgm).
CAUTION The spark plug must be tightened f i rml y , ot h e rw i se t h e e ng i n e m ay overheat and severe damage may occur. u Position the spark plug cap properly, to
prevent it coming off due to engine vibration.
NOTE
Repeat the above procedure for the spark plug of the other cylinder.
CHECKING THE STAND Carefully read page 57 (MAINTENANCE) and page 78 (CHECKING THE SWITCHES). The vehicle is equipped with two stands: √ side stand (1); √ centre stand (2). The stand features two positions: √ standard or up (at rest); √ down. Operation of the stand is the rider's responsibility. The stand should turn smoothly. The springs (3) keep the stand in the desired position (extended or retracted).
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