PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
Checking the front fork
The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
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tenance and lubrication chart.
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To check the condition
WARNING
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Securely support the vehicle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
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Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
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To check the operation
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1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
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tion.
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
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several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
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smoothly.
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CAUTION:
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
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.
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Securely support the vehicle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
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1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground.
WARNING
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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