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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
EAU23271
Checking the front forkThe condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
EWA10750
wSecurely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling
over.Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the motorcycle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
2. While applying the front brake, push
down hard on the handlebars sev-
eral times to check if the front fork
compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
ZAUM00**
ECA10590
cCIf any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly, have
a Yamaha dealer check or repair it.
EAU23280
Checking the steeringWorn 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
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the ground.
EWA10750
wSecurely support the motorcycle 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 forward
and backward. If any free play can
be felt, have a Yamaha dealer check
or repair the steering.
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SPECIFICATIONSFront tireType
Tubeless
Size
110 / 70-12 47L
Manufacturer/model
CHENG SHIN / C-922N-47LRear tireType
Tubeless
Size
120 / 70-12 58L
Manufacturer/model
CHENG SHIN / C-6007-58L
Maximum load
170 kg
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and ac-
cessories)Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires)Loading condition
0-90 kg
Front
175 kPa
Rear
200 kPa
Loading condition
90-170 kg
Front
200 kPa
Rear
225 kPaFront wheelWheel type
Cast wheel
Rim size
12xMT2.75
Rear wheelWheel type
Cast wheel
Rim size
12xMT3.00Front brakeType
Single disc brake
Operation
Right hand operation
Recommended fluid
DOT 4Rear brakeType
Drum brake
Operation
Left hand operationFront suspensionType
Telescopic fork
Spring/shock absorber type
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel
90.0 mmRear suspensionType
Unit swing
Spring/shock absorber type
Coil spring/oil damper
Wheel travel
95.0 mm
Electrical systemIgnition system
C.D.I.
Charging system
A.C. magnetoBatteryModel
YTX7A-BS
Voltage, capacity
12 V, 6.0 AhHeadlightBulb type
Halogen bulbBulb voltage, wattage x quantityHeadlight
12 V, 60 W/55.0 W x 1
Tail/brake light
12 V, 5.0/21.0 W x 1
Front turn signal light
12 V, 10.0 W x 2
Rear turn signal light
12 V, 16.0 W x 2
Auxiliary light
12 V, 5.0 W x 1
Meter lighting
12 V, 1.7 W x 3
High beam indicator light
12 V, 1.7 W x 1
Turn signal indicator light
12 V, 3.4 W x 1
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