Cleaning And Lubricating The Drive Chain; Checking And Lubricating The Cables - Yamaha R15M Owner's Manual

Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain
The drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or
wet areas. Service the drive chain as
follows.
NOTICE
The drive chain must be lubricated
after washing the motorcycle, riding
in the rain or riding in wet areas.
1. Clean the drive chain with soap
water to remove the accumulated
dust & mud and then dry off.
2. Apply the cleaning spray on all the
links and plates of chain, then
wipe the chain. NOTICE: To pre-
vent damaging the O-rings, do
not clean the drive chain with
steam cleaners, high-pressure
washers or inappropriate sol-
vents.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive
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chain with a special O-ring chain
lubricant.
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Checking and lubricating the
cables
The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
ble ends should be lubricated if neces-
sary. If a cable is damaged or does not
move smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer
check or replace it. WARNING! Dam-
age to the outer housing of cables
may result in internal rusting and
cause interference with cable move-
ment. Replace damaged cables as
soon as possible to prevent unsafe
conditions.
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Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
EAUE1151
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