Checking The Front Fork; Checking The Steering - Yamaha CYGNUS.X XC125 Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Checking the front fork

The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
1
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
2
To check the condition
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Securely support the motorcycle so
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that there is no danger of it falling
over.
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Check the inner tubes for scratches,
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damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
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1. Place the motorcycle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
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tion.
2. While applying the front brake, push
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down hard on the handlebars sev-
eral times to check if the front fork
compresses and
smoothly.
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If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly, have
a Yamaha dealer check or repair it.
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Checking the steering

Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
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Securely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling
over.
2. Hold the lower ends of the front fork
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raise the front wheel off the ground.
legs and try to move them forward
and backward. If any free play can
be felt, have a Yamaha dealer check
or repair the steering.
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