B
CAUTION
Failure to check the air cleaner frequently if
the motorcycle is used in dusty, wet, or muddy
conditions can damage your motorcycle. The air
filter can become clogged under these conditions
and engine damage may result.
Always check the air filter after riding in severe
conditions. Clean or replace the filter as necessary.
Air filter removal
1. Insert the ignition switch key into the right cover lock
2
, turn it clockwise and remove the right cover
1
.
2. Remove the screw
4
and loosen the bolt
5
to loosen
the interface between the air filter and the carburetor
(do not contaminate the interface at the carburetor
end). Open the air filter cover
3
and take out the
element assembly.
3. Clean the dust on the air filter’s shell and that on the
air filter cover’s inner wall.
4. Dismantle the air filter element from the air filter
element
6
.
Clean the filter
Clean the filter as described below.
1. Fill
a
properly-sized
basin
with
non-flammable
detergent (A) and immerse the filter into the detergent
solution;
2. Squeeze the detergent out of the cleaned filter with
both hands. Never twist the filter to avoid breaking it.
3. Immerse the filter in engine oil (B), squeeze out any
remaining oil, and leave the filter slightly oiled.
4. Reinstall the cleaned filter or new filter in reverse order
of removal. Be absolutely sure that the filter is securely
in position and is sealing properly.
B
CAUTION
Never twist or wring the sponge filter while
cleaning.
Check carefully for fractures on the
filter. In case fractures are found, replace the filter
immediately.
If any defect such as clog, damage or dust
infiltration occurs, replace it immediately instead of
waiting until scheduled maintenance.
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