2-17 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
CHASSIS BOLTS AND NUTS
Check that all chassis bolts and nuts are tightened to their specified torque. (Refer to the locations of the fol-
lowing bolts and nuts on the motorcycle.)
Tighten initially at 1 month and every 6 months thereafter.
ITEM
N·m
kgf-m
lb-ft
1
Front axle nut
53
5.3
38.5
2
Handlebars set bolts
23
2.3
16.5
3
Front fork upper bracket bolts
45
4.5
32.5
4
Footrest mounting bolts
23
2.3
16.5
5
Rear shock absorber mounting nuts (Upper and Lower)
50
5.0
36.0
6
Swingarm pivot nut
42
4.2
30.5
7
Brake cam lever nuts (Front and Rear)
3
0.3
2.0
8
Rear axle nut
54
5.4
39.0