Checking And Lubricating The Cables; Checking And Lubricating The Brake And Clutch Levers - Yamaha YFM250R Owner's Manual

the drive chain with steam cleaners, high-pres-
sure washers or inappropriate solvents.
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2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a
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special O-ring chain lubricant.
ECB00580
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CAUTION:
4 Do not use engine oil or any other lubricants
for the drive chain, as they may contain sub-
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stances that could damage the O-rings.
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Checking and lubricating the cables

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The operation and the condition of all control ca-
bles should be checked before each ride, and the
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cables and cable ends should be lubricated if nec-
essary. If a cable is damaged or does not move
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smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or replace
it.
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Recommended lubricant:
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Engine oil
EWB02130
WARNING
Inspect cables frequently and replace if dam-
aged. Corrosion can result when the cable
sheaths become damaged, and cables can
also become frayed or kinked, which could re-
strict the operation of controls and lead to an
accident or injury.
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Checking and lubricating the brake and
clutch levers
The operation of the brake and clutch levers
should be checked before each ride, and the lever
pivots should be lubricated if necessary.
Recommended lubricants:
Brake lever:
Silicone grease
Clutch lever:
Lithium-soap-based grease (all-purpose
grease)
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