Checking And Lubricating The Sidestand; Checking The Front Fork - Yamaha TZR50 Owner's Manual

Checking and lubricating the
sidestand
The operation of the sidestand should
be checked before each ride, and the
sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal
contact surfaces should be lubricated
if necessary.
s WARNING
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If the sidestand does not move up
and down smoothly, have a Yama-
ha dealer check or repair it.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease (all-
purpose grease)
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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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 perio-
dic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
To check the condition
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s WARNING
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Securely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling
over.
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.
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CAUTION:
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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push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses
rebounds smoothly.
and
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