PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
WARNING
If the centerstand or sidestand does
not move up and down smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it. Otherwise, the centerstand or
sidestand could contact the ground
and distract the operator, resulting
in a possible loss of control.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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Lubricating the swingarm piv-
ots
The swingarm pivots must be lubricat-
ed at the intervals specified in the peri-
odic maintenance and lubrication chart.
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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