Checking And Lubricating The Centerstand And Sidestand; Lubricating The Swingarm Pivots - Yamaha XJ6S Owner's Manual

Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand
The operation of the centerstand and
sidestand should be checked before
each ride, and the pivots and metal-to-
metal contact surfaces should be lubri-
cated if necessary.
WARNING
If the centerstand or sidestand does
not move up and down smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it. Otherwise, the centerstand or
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resulting
in a possible loss of control.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
EAU23213
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
EWA10741
Lubricating the swingarm piv-
ots
The swingarm pivots must be lubricat-
ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
6-30
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
EAUM1651
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