Removing The Handlebar; Checking The Handlebar - Yamaha XVS250 2001 Service Manual

HANDLEBAR
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REMOVING THE HANDLEBAR

1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
WARNING
Securely support the motorcycle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
2. Remove:
D front brake master cylinder assembly 1
D right handlebar switch 2
D throttle grip 3
3. Remove:
D clutch lever assembly
D handlebar grip (left) 1
NOTE:
Blow compressed air between the handlebar
and the handlebar grip, and gradually push the
grip off the handlebar.
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CHECKING THE HANDLEBAR

1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
WARNING
Securely support the motorcycle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
2. Check:
D handlebar 1
Bends/cracks/damage  Replace.
WARNING
Do not attempt to straighten a bent handle-
bar as this may dangerously weaken it.
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