Checking And Lubricating The Sidestand; Checking The Front Fork - Yamaha 2001 V Star XVS650A Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand
The operation of the sidestand should
6 be checked before each ride, and the
sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal
contact surfaces should be lubricated if
necessary.
WARNING
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If the sidestand does not move up
and down smoothly, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair it.
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Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
(all-purpose grease)
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Checking the front fork

The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
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Securely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling
over.
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Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
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WARNING
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