Honda VTR1000F (1998-2003) [235/377] Removal

FRONT WHEEL SUSPENSION STEERING Allow the adhesive to dry for an hour before using Apply Honda Bond A Honda Hand Grip Cement U S A only or equivalent to the inside surface of the handlebar yrip and to the clean surface of the handlebar Wait 3 5 minutes and install the grip Rotate the grip for oven application of the adhesive Install the handlebar weight onto the inner weight aligning the bosses and grooves each other Install a new weight mounting screw and tighten it while holding the weight TORQUE 10 N m 1 0 kgf m 7 Ibf ft Install the left handlebar switch aligning locating pin with the hole in the handlebar Tighten the forward screw first then the rear screw its Install the clutch master cylinder and holder with the UP mark facing up Align the end of the master cylinder with the punch mark on the handlebar and tighten the upper bolt first then lower bolt Connect the clutch switch connectors FRONT WHEEL REMOVAL Support the motorcycle securely using a hoist or equivalent and raise the front wheel off the ground Remove the mounting bolts and front brake cali pers CAUTION ___________ Support the brake caliper so that it does not hang from the brake hose Do not twist the brake hose NOTE x _____ Do not operate the brake lever after removing the brake calipers