Checking And Lubricating The Centerstand; Checking The Front Fork - Yamaha PW50(W) Owner's Manual

Checking and lubricating the
centerstand
The operation of the centerstand
should be checked before each ride,
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.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease (all-pur-
pose 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
WARNING
Securely support the vehicle 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 vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
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tion.
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
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CAUTION:
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
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