Checking The Steering; Checking The Wheel Bearings; Battery - Yamaha XC125RR Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

Checking the steering

Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
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of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
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riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
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1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand. WARNING! To avoid inju-
ry, securely support the vehicle
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so there is no danger of it falling
over.
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2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
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ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.
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Checking the wheel bearings

The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.
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Battery

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1. Battery
The battery is located behind panel A.
(See page 6-8.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to be
checked and, if necessary, securely
tightened.
WARNING

Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
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