Lubricating The Drive Chain; Checking And Lubricating The Cables - Yamaha DRAG STAR XVS125 Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Lubricating the drive chain

The drive chain must be cleaned and
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lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart, otherwise it will quickly
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wear out, especially when riding in
dusty or wet areas. Service the drive
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chain as follows.
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The drive chain must be lubricated
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after washing the motorcycle or
riding in the rain.
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1. Clean the drive
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kerosene and a small soft brush.
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To prevent damaging the O-rings,
do not clean the drive chain with
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steam cleaners,
washers or inappropriate solvents.
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2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive
chain with a special O-ring chain
lubricant.
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Do not use engine oil or any other
lubricants for the drive chain, as
they may contain substances that
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could damage the O-rings.
chain with
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high-pressure
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Checking and lubricating the
cables
The operation of all control cables
and the condition of the cables
should be checked before each ride,
and the cables and cable ends
should be lubricated if necessary. If
a cable is damaged or does not move
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check or replace it.
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Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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