PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
Checking and lubricating the
centerstand
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1. Centerstand
The operation of the centerstand
should be checked before each ride,
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and the pivots and metal-to-metal con-
tact surfaces should be lubricated if
necessary.
WARNING
If the centerstand does not move up
and down smoothly, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair it. Otherwise,
the centerstand could contact the
ground and distract the operator, re-
sulting in a possible loss of control.
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Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based 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
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
2. While applying the front brake,
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face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion. WARNING! To avoid injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
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push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
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