Motorcycle User Manual
Table Of Contents
- Introduction
- Table of Contents
- Safety Information
- Description
- Instrument and Control Functions
- Pre-Operation Checks
- Periodic Maintenance and Minor Repair
- Owner's tool kit
- Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system
- General maintenance and lubrication chart
- Checking the spark plugs
- To change the engine oil
- Coolant
- Adjusting the throttle cable free play
- Tires
- Clutch lever free play
- Checking the front and rear brake pads
- Checking the brake and clutch fluid levels
- Checking and lubricating the cables
- Checking the steering
- Battery
- Replacing fuses
- Replacing a headlight bulb
- Troubleshooting
- Motorcycle Care and Storage
- Specifications
- Consumer Information
- Index
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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CAUTION:
ECA10590
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU23280
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 pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground.
WARNING
EWA10750
Securely support the vehicle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.
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