Checking And Tightening The Spokes; Checking And Lubricating The Cables - Yamaha TW125 1999 Service Manual

CHECKING AND TIGHTENING THE SPOKES/

CHECKING AND LUBRICATING THE CABLES

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CHECKING AND TIGHTENING THE SPOKES
The following procedure applies to all of the
spokes.
1. Check:
S spoke 1
Bends/damage ! Replace.
Loose ! Tighten.
Tap the spokes with a screwdriver.
NOTE:
A tight spoke will emit a clear, ringing tone; a
loose spoke will sound flat.
2. Tighten:
S spoke
(with a spoke wrench 2 )
NOTE:
Be sure to tighten the spokes before and after
break-in.
Spoke nipple
2 Nm (0.2 mSkg)
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CHECKING AND LUBRICATING THE
CABLES
The following procedure applies to all of the
cable sheaths and cables.
WARNING
Damaged cable sheaths may cause the
cable to corrode and interfere with its move-
ment. Replace damaged cable sheaths and
cables as soon as possible.
1. Check:
S cable sheath
Damage ! Replace.
2. Check:
S cable operation
Unsmooth operation ! 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 suit-
able lubing device.
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