Lubricating The Swingarm Pivots; Checking The Front Fork - Yamaha MT-09 Owner's Manual

Lubricating the swingarm pivots

The swingarm pivots must be lubricated
by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
Periodic Maintenance And Adjustment

Checking the front fork

The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level surface
and hold it in an upright position.
WARNING! To avoid
securely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
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NOTICE
injury,
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or
repair it.
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