Drive Chain Lubrication - Yamaha Virago XV125S Owner's Manual

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1. Cotter pin
6. Insert a new cotter pin into the
axle nut and bend the end of
the cotter pin as shown. If the
notch in the axle nut and the
cotter pin hole do not match,
tighten the nut slightly to align
them.
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Always use a new cotter pin on
the axle nut.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
7. Adjust the free play in the
brake pedal.
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Check the operation of the brake
light after adjusting the rear brake.
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Drive chain lubrication

The chain consists of many parts
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which work with each other. If the
chain is not maintained properly, it
will wear out quickly. Therefore,
the chain must be serviced regular-
ly. This service is especially neces-
sary when riding in dusty areas.
This motorcycle is equipped with a
sealed type chain. Steam cleaning,
high-pressure washes, and sol-
vents can damage chain so do not
use these for cleaning it. Use only
kerosene to clean the drive chain.
Wipe it dry, and thoroughly lubri-
cate it with SAE 30 ~ 50W motor
oil. Do not use any other lubricants
on the drive chain. They may con-
tain solvents that could damage
the sealed chain.
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