Supporting The Motorcycle; Front Wheel - Yamaha 2011 Star XV250A Owner's Manual

Supporting the motorcycle

Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other maintenance
requiring the motorcycle to stand up-
right. Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A strong wooden
box can be placed under the engine for
added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle
by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the
ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing
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frame in front of the rear wheel or under
each side of the swingarm.

Front wheel

To remove the front wheel
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of it
falling over.
1. Disconnect the speedometer ca-
1. Speedometer cable
2. Loosen the front wheel axle pinch
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ble from the front wheel.
bolt, then the wheel axle.
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