Cable Inspection And Lubrication; Throttle Cable And Grip Lubrication; Brake And Shift Pedal Lubrication - Yamaha Drag Star XVS650 Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Cable inspection and
lubrication
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WARNING
Damage to the outer housing of ca-
2
bles may lead to internal rusting
and interfere with the cable move-
3
ment. Replace damaged cables as
soon as possible to prevent unsafe
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conditions.
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Lubricate the cables and cable ends. If
a cable does not operate smoothly,
ask a Yamaha dealer to replace it.
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Recommended lubricant:
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Engine oil
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9
EAU02962
Throttle cable and grip lubri-
cation
EW000112 The throttle twist grip assembly should
be greased at the time that the cable is
lubricated, since the grip must be re-
moved to get at the end of the throttle
cable. After removing the screws, hold
the end of the cable up in the air and
put in several drops of lubricant. With
the throttle grip disassembled, coat the
metal surface of the grip assembly with
a suitable all-purpose grease.
EAU00773
Brake and shift pedal
lubrication
Lubricate the pivoting parts.
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Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
EAU02984