HRC NSF250R 2012, Owner'S Manual & Parts List

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Service and Maintenance
(1) FRAME BODY (2) REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
Shim Adjustment
The shims must be used to compensate for machin-
ing tolerance. It should be adequate clearance
between any two sliding or moving parts.
Rear Shock Absorber Upper Pivot
Measure and record the clearance as indicated in the
illustration.
Shim(s) may be inserted on either side but, when
possible, there should be an equal amount on both
side.
Shim:
0.2 mm: 90510-NX4-000
0.6 mm: 90511-NX4-000
1.0 mm: 90512-NX4-000
1.5 mm: 90513-NX4-000
Inspection
1. Check for a broken or collapsed spring.
2. Bounce the rear of the machine up and down and
check for smooth suspension action.
3. Check the rear shock absorber for a bent shaft or
oil leaks.
4. Push the rear wheel sideways to check for worn or
loose swingarm bearings. There should be no
movement. If movement is felt, replace the pivot
bearings (page 5–27).
(1)
(2)
Cleaning
Clean your NSF regularly to protect the surface fin-
ishes and inspect damage, wear, and oil seepage.
When washing your NSF, always use water and a
mild detergent (such as diswashing liquid) to avoid
discoloring decals.
High pressure water (or air) can damage certain
parts of the motorcycle.
– Throttle body
– Wheel hubs
– Engine stop switch
– Muffler outlet
– Electrical components
– Drive chain
– Brake and clutch master cylinder
1. After cleaning, rinse your NSF thoroughly with
plenty of clean water. Strong detergent residue
can corrode alloy parts.
2. Dry your NSF start the engine, and let it run for
several minutes.
3. Lubricate the drive chain immediately after
washing and drying your NSF.
4. Test the brakes before riding your NSF. Several
applications may be necessary to restore normal
braking performance. Braking performance may
be impaired immediately after washing your
NSF.