5-25
EVU01230
Steering
Park on level ground. Turn the steering wheel right
and left. Check for excessive free play, abnormal
noises, or a rough feeling. Have a Yamaha dealer
repair as necessary for proper operation.
EVU00470
Fittings and fasteners 
Always check the tightness of chassis fittings and
fasteners before a ride. Take the vehicle to a
Yamaha dealer or refer to the Service Manual for
correct tightening torque. 
EVU00480
Lights 
Check the headlights and tail/brake lights to make
sure they are in working condition. Repair as nec-
essary for proper operation. 
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8-109 1. Arrow mark
1. Flèche
1. Marca en forma de flecha
1. Tapered nut
1.Écrou conique
1. Tuerca cónica
EVU00940
Wheel installation
1. Install the wheel and the nuts.NOTE:_ 
The arrow mark   on the tire must point to-
ward the rotating direction of the wheel. 
Tapered nuts are used for both the front and
rear wheels. Install the nut with its tapered
side towards the wheel. 
_2. Lower the vehicle so that the wheel is on the
ground.
3. Tighten the wheel nuts to the specified
torque.
Wheel nut torque:
Front: 55 Nm (5.5 m·kgf, 40 ft·lbf) 
Rear: 55 Nm (5.5 m·kgf, 40 ft·lbf) 
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