Checking The Swingarm - Yamaha 2006 YSF-R1(V) Supplementary Service Manual

SWINGARM AND DRIVE CHAIN
EAS00707

CHECKING THE SWINGARM

(YZF-R1S)
1. Check:
• swingarm
Bends / cracks / damage → Replace.
2. Check:
• pivot shaft
Roll the pivot shaft on a flat surface.
Bends → Replace.
WARNING
Do not attempt to straighten a bent pivot
shaft.
3. Wash:
• pivot shaft
• dust covers
• spacer
• washers
• bearings
4. Check:
• dust covers
• spacer
Damage / wear → Replace.
• bearings
Damage / pitting → Replace.
5. Check:
• connecting rod assembly
Refer to "CHECKING THE CONNECTING
ROD ASSEMBLY"
• relay arm
Damage / wear → Replace.
6. Check:
• bearings
• oil seals
Damage / pitting → Replace.
7. Check:
• collars
Damage / scratches → Replace.
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CHAS
Recommended cleaning solvent
Kerosene