1999-2001 Yamaha Phazer 500 / Venture 500 service manual, Page 127Get this manual
CYLINDER HEAD AND CYLINDER 4Check: Piston ring position
CAUTION:
Make sure that the ring ends are properly fitted around the ring locating pins in the piston grooves Be sure to check that the manufacturer's marks or numbers stamped on the rings face upward5Install: Gasket Cylinder
Install the cylinder with one hand while compressing the piston rings with the other hand
6Install: Gaskets (cylinder head)