CHK
ADJ
3-15
CHECKING THE SPARK PLUG
2. Disconnect:
• spark plug cap
3. Remove:
• spark plug
4. Check:
• spark plug type
Incorrect
→
Change.
5. Check:
• electrode
Wear/damage
→
Replace.
• insulator
Abnormal color
→
Replace.
Normal color is a medium-to-light tan color.
6. Clean:
• spark plug
(with a spark plug cleaner or wire brush)
7. Measure:
• spark plug gap
Use a wire gauge or thickness gauge.
Out of specification
→
Regap.
8. Install:
• spark plug
Before installing a spark plug, clean the gasket
surface and plug surface.
9. Install:
• spark plug cap
Standard spark plug
NGK/CR8E
1. Remove:
• seat
• left side cover
Refer to “SEAT AND FENDERS”.
10. Install:
• seat
• left side cover and right side cover
Refer to “SEAT AND FENDERS”.
Spark plug gap
0.7 ~ 0.8 mm (0.028 ~ 0.031 in)
Spark plug
12.0 Nm (1.20 m·kgf, 8.9 ft · lbf)
CHECKING THE SPARK PLUG
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2
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TIP