and the cables and cable ends should
be lubricated if necessary. If a cable is
damaged or does not move smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or repla-
ce it.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
s WARNING
s
Damage to the outer sheath may
interfere with proper cable opera-
tion and will cause the inner cable
to rust. Replace a damaged cable
as soon as possible to prevent
unsafe conditions.
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable
The operation of the throttle grip
should be checked before each ride.
In addition, the cable should be lubri-
cated or replaced at the intervals spe-
cified in the periodic maintenance
chart.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Adjusting the Autolube pump
The Autolube pump is a vital and sop-
histicated component of the engine,
which must be adjusted by a Yamaha
dealer at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
EWA10720
Lubricating the front and
rear brake levers
EAU23110
The pivoting points of the front and
rear brake levers must be lubricated
at the intervals specified in the perio-
dic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease (all-
purpose grease)
EAU23120
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand
EAU23170
The operation of the centerstand
should be checked before each ride,
and the pivots and metal-to-metal
contact surfaces should be lubricated
if necessary.
s WARNING
s
If the centerstand 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)
EAU23190
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EWA11300