Checking And Lubricating The Cables; Lubricating The Levers And Pedals; Lubricating The Sidestand; Lubricating The Rear Suspension - Yamaha YZF-R1 1998 Service Manual

LUBRICATING THE SIDESTAND/LUBRICATING THE REAR SUSPENSION

CHECKING AND LUBRICATING THE CABLES/

LUBRICATING THE LEVERS AND PEDALS/

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EB304200
CHECKING AND LUBRICATING THE
CABLES
The following procedure applies to all of
the cable sheaths and cables.
WARNING
WARNING
Damaged cable sheaths may cause the
cable to corrode and interfere with its
movement. Replace damaged cable
sheaths and cables as soon as possible.
1. Check:
• cable sheath
Damage → Replace.
2. Check:
• cable operation
Rough movement → Lubricate.
Recommended lubricant
Engine oil or a suitable cable
lubricant
NOTE:
Hold the cable end upright and pour a
few drops of lubricant into the cable
sheath or use a suitable lubing device.
EB304210
LUBRICATING THE LEVERS AND PEDALS
Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-
metal moving parts of the levers and ped-
als.
Recommended lubricant
Lithium soap base grease
EB304220

LUBRICATING THE SIDESTAND

Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-
metal moving parts of the sidestand.
Recommended lubricant
Lithium soap base grease
EB304240

LUBRICATING THE REAR SUSPENSION

Lubricate the pivoting point and metal-to-
metal moving parts of the rear suspension.
Recommended lubricant
Lithium soap base grease
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