PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-3
4
Throttle gripMake sure that operation is smooth.
Check cable free play.
If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and
grip housing.6-13, 6-21
Control cablesMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate if necessary.6-20
Wheels and tiresCheck for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.6-14, 6-16
Brake and shift pedalsMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary.6-21
Brake and clutch leversMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.6-22
SidestandMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pivot if necessary.6-22
Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary.—
Instruments, lights, signals
and switchesCheck operation.
Correct if necessary.—
Sidestand switchCheck operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
If system is defective, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.3-17 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-3
6
8*Brake hosesCheck for cracks or damage.√√√√√
Replace. Every 4 years
9*WheelsCheck runout and for damage.√√√√
10*TiresCheck tread depth and for dam-
age.
Replace if necessary.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.√√√√√
11*Wheel bearingsCheck bearing for looseness or
damage.√√√√
12*SwingarmCheck operation and for exces-
sive play.√√√√
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.Every 50000 km (30000 mi)
13*Drive beltCheck belt tension.
Make sure that the rear wheel is
properly aligned.Every 4000 km (2500 mi)
14*Steering bearingsCheck bearing play and steering
for roughness.√√√√√
Lubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.Every 20000 km (12000 mi)
15*Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and
screws are properly tightened.√√√√√
16Brake lever pivot
shaftLubricate with silicone grease.√√√√√
17Brake pedal pivot
shaftLubricate with lithium-soap-based
grease.√√√√√ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING
ANNUAL
CHECK 1000 km
(600 mi)10000 km
(6000 mi)20000 km
(12000 mi)30000 km
(18000 mi)40000 km
(24000 mi)
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