Turning engine over by hand

[Godlover]

I am working on the non-running 96 Tour and some suggested it see if the engine will turn over by hand. How does one do this on a motorcycle? Thanks

[CaptainJoe]

take the spark plugs out, stick in gear and push...

[etcswjoe]

Not sure if the 96 has the little circle cover on the stator cover but if it does take it off and you can turn it over with a socket if you can't get it to turn using Easy Riders method.

[abusive throttle cranker]

If it is so much like a 1st gen there is a 32mm nut on the crankshaft under the left side cover. NOT the smaller one in front!