Checking The Front Fork; Checking The Steering - Yamaha YW50Z Owner's Manual

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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-
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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2. While applying the front brake, push
down hard on the handlebars sev-
eral times to check if the front fork
compresses and
smoothly.
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NOTICE
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
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2. Hold the lower ends of the front fork
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the vehicle on
centerstand.
WARNING! To avoid injury, se-
curely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
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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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