ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 13-7
Ignition Timing
Ignition Timing Adju stment
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Remove the magneto cover.
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Check to see if the center mark of the three marks [A] on
the magneto stator plate is aligned with the mark [B] on
the crankcase.
If the marks are not aligned, loosen the magneto stator
plate mounting screws [C] and turn the stator [D].
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Tighten the stator plate mounting screws securely.
Torque - Stator Plate Mounting Screws: 4.9 N·m (0.50
kgf·m, 43 in·lb)
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Install the magneto cover.
Torque - Magneto Cover Bolts: 8.8 N·m (0.90 kgf·m, 78
in·lb)
The ignition timing can be adjusted for different power
band to suit to rider’s preference ability.
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Remove the magneto cover.
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Loosen the stator plate mounting screws.
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Adjust the timing by shifting the stator position within the
three lines [A].
NOTE
○
For best engine performance, it is very important to ad-
just the ignition timing within the adjustable range just
explained.
[A] Crankshaft Rotation
[B] Stator plate of movement
[C] Advance
[D] Retard
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Tighten the stator plate mounting screws securely (see
Igniting Timing Adjustment).
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Install the magneto cover.
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Test ride the motorcycle and readjust the ignition timing if
necessary.
