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Note:
As the valve clearance imposes a
marked
impact
on
engine
performance,
inspection
and
adjustment
shall
be
severely
observed at the regular time
intervals
specified
in
the
Scheduled Maintenance guide.
The valve clearance increases
with the passage of time and thus
affects engine performance by
producing
loud
noise
and
abnormal
suction/exhaust
processes.
Therefore
periodic
adjustment, preferably done by a
professional mechanic with special
tools,
of
valve
clearance
is
essential. To obtain the optimal
valve clearance, the adjustment is
recommended to be finished by a
professional
mechanic
or
an
authorized SSR dealership.
Valve clearance adjustment is
essential for new motorcycles on
the completion of their first 500
mi.
Adjustment of clutch cable
The clutch adjustment is
made by adjusting the tension of
the clutch cable for the clutch
lever. Before feeling the gear
disengagement by pulling in the
clutch lever, the wire clearance
measured at the clutch lever shall
be 4 mm. If the clutch cable
clearance is found incorrect, carry
out adjustment as follows.
Loosen nut (2) and rotate the
