15-22 FRAME

Frame

Rear Frame Rear Removal

•Remove:

Rear Seat Cover (see Seat Cover Removal)

Tool Kit Case (see Flap and Rear Fender Removal) Bolts [A] (Both Sides)

Rear Frame Rear [B]

Rear Frame Rear Installation

•Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the threads of the rear frame bolts (M8) and tighten them.

Torque - Rear Frame Bolts (M8): 25 N·m (2.5 kgf·m, 18 ft·lb)

Rear Frame Front Removal

•Remove:

Rear Frame Rear (see Rear Frame Rear Removal) Rear Fender (see Flap and Rear Fender Removal) Bolts [A]

Rear Footpeg Brackets [B]

•Remove:

Bolts [A] (Both Sides) Rear Frame Front [B]

Rear Frame Front Installation

•Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the threads of the rear frame bolts (M10) and tighten them.

Torque - Rear Frame Bolts (M10): 44 N·m (4.5 kgf·m, 32 ft·lb)

Rear Footpeg Bracket Bolts: 25 N·m (2.5 kgf·m, 18 ft·lb)

Muffler Body Mounting Bolt: 25 N·m (2.5 kgf·m, 18 ft·lb)

Frame Inspection

•Visually inspect the frame for cracks, dents, bending, or warp.

If there is any damage to the frame, replace it.

WARNING

A repaired frame may fail in use, possibly causing an accident. If the frame is bent, dented, cracked, or warped, replace it.