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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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NOTE:
Pre-operation checks should be made each time the scooter is used. Such an inspection can be accomplished in a very
short time; and the added safety it assures is more than worth the time involved.
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If any item in the Pre-operation check list is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operat-
ing the scooter.
Throttle grip•Make sure that operation is smooth.
•Check cable free play.
•If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and
grip housing.6-22, 6-29
Wheels and tires•Check for damage.
•Check tire condition and tread depth.
•Check air pressure.
•Correct if necessary.6-23–6-25
Brake levers•Make sure that operation is smooth.
•Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.3-9, 6-29
Centerstand, sidestand•Make sure that operation is smooth.
•Lubricate pivots if necessary.6-29–6-30
Chassis fasteners•Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
•Tighten if necessary.—
Instruments, lights, signals
and switches•Check operation.
•Correct if necessary.3-2–3-8, 6-35–6-36
Sidestand switch•Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
•If system is defective, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.3-14–3-16 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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8*Rear brake•Check operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.
(See NOTE on page 6-5.)√√√√√ √
•Replace brake pads.Whenever worn to the limit
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*Brake hoses•Check for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
•Replace. (See NOTE on page 6-5.)Every 4 years
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*Wheels•Check runout and for damage.√√√√
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*Tires•Check tread depth and for damage.
•Replace if necessary.
•Check air pressure.
•Correct if necessary.√√√√ √
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*Wheel bearings•Check bearing for looseness or damage.√√√√
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*Steering bearings•Check bearing play and steering for roughness.√√√√√
•Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease.Every 20,000 km
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*Chassis fasteners•Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.√√√√ √
15 Sidestand, centerstand•Check operation.
•Lubricate.√√√√ √
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*Sidestand switch•Check operation.√√√√√ √
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*Front fork•Check operation and for oil leakage.√√√√
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*Shock absorber
assembly•Check operation and shock absorber for oil leakage.√√√√
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*Carburetors•Adjust engine idling speed and synchronization.√√√√√ √ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (× 1,000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
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