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EAU23013
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain
The drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or
wet areas. Service the drive chain as
follows.
NOTICE
ECA10581
The drive chain must be lubricated
after washing the motorcycle and
riding in the rain.
1. Remove all dirt and mud from the
drive chain with a brush or cloth.
TIP
For a thorough cleaning, have a
Yamaha dealer remove the drive chain
and soak it in solvent.
2. Spray Yamaha Chain and Cable
Lube or a high-quality spray-type
drive chain lubricant on both sides
and on the middle of the chain,
making sure that all side plates and
rollers have been sufficiently oiled.
EAU41842
Checking and lubricating the
cables
The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
or does not move smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
WARNING! Damage to the outer
housing of cables may result in in-
ternal rusting and cause interfer-
ence with cable movement. Replace
damaged cables as soon as possi-
ble to prevent unsafe condi-
tions.
[EWA10711]
EAU23111
Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable
The operation of the throttle grip should
be checked before each ride. In addi-
tion, the cable should be lubricated at
the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance chart.
Recommended lubricant:
Yamaha Chain and Cable Lube or
4-stroke engine oil
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EAU23120
Adjusting the Autolube pump
The Autolube pump is a vital and so-
phisticated component of the engine,
which must be adjusted by a Yamaha
dealer at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
EAU44271
Checking and lubricating the
brake and shift pedals
The operation of the brake and shift
pedals should be checked before each
ride, and the pedal pivots should be lu-
bricated if necessary.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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Checking and lubricating the
brake lever
The operation of the brake lever should
be checked before each ride, and the
lever pivots should be lubricated if nec-
essary.
EAU23202
Checking and lubricating the
sidestand
The operation of the sidestand should
be checked before each ride, and the
sidestand pivot and metal-to-metal
contact surfaces should be lubricated if
necessary.
WARNING
EWA10731
If the sidestand does not move up
and down smoothly, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair it. Otherwise,
the sidestand could contact the
ground and distract the operator, re-
sulting in a possible loss of control.
EAU23272
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-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
WARNING! To avoid injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
[EWA10751]
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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NOTICE
ECA10590
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
EAU23282
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.
1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground. (See page 6-1 for more in-
formation.)
WARNING! To avoid
injury, securely support the ve-
hicle so there is no danger of it
falling over.
[EWA10751]
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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Checking the wheel bearings
The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.
EAU24350
Supporting the motorcycle
Since this model is not equipped with a
centerstand, follow these precautions
when removing the front and rear
wheel or performing other maintenance
requiring the motorcycle to stand up-
right. Check that the motorcycle is in a
stable and level position before starting
any maintenance. A strong wooden
box can be placed under the engine for
added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcycle
by using a motorcycle stand or, if
an additional motorcycle stand is
not available, by placing a jack un-
der the frame in front of the rear
wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the
ground by using a motorcycle
stand.
To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
using a motorcycle stand or, if a motor-
cycle stand is not available, by placing
a jack either under each side of theframe in front of the rear wheel or under
each side of the swingarm.
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EAU24360
Front wheel
EAU41532
To remove the front wheel
WARNING
EWA10821
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of it
falling over.
1. Remove the brake cable holder by
removing the bolt.
2. Loosen the brake cable locknut at
the front wheel hub, and then turn
the brake cable free play adjusting
bolt fully in direction (a).3. Loosen the locknut at the brake le-
ver, and then turn the adjusting
bolt fully in direction (a).4. Disconnect the brake cable from
the front brake lever.
5. Disconnect the brake cable from
the brake camshaft lever.
6. Remove the brake cable free play
adjusting bolt and the brake cable
locknut at the front wheel hub.
7. Remove the axle nut and washer.
1. Brake cable holder
2. Bolt
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1. Adjusting nut
2. Locknut
3. Washer
4. Axle nut
5. Brake camshaft lever
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1. Adjusting bolt
2. Locknut
2 1
(a)
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8. Lift the front wheel off the ground
according to the procedure on
page 6-22.
9. Pull the wheel axle out, and then
remove the wheel.
EAU41550
To install the front wheel
1. Install the brake shoe plate into the
wheel hub as shown.2. Lift the wheel up between the fork
legs.
TIP
Make sure that the slot in the brake
shoe plate fits over the retainer on the
fork leg.3. Insert the wheel axle, and then in-
stall the washer and axle nut.
4. Lower the front wheel so that it is
on the ground.
5. Connect the brake cable at the
wheel hub.
6. Connect the brake cable at the
front brake lever.
7. Install the brake cable holder by in-
stalling the bolt.
8. Tighten the axle nut to the speci-
fied torque.
9. Adjust the brake lever free play.
1. Washer
2. Axle nut
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1. Brake shoe plate
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1. Retainer
Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
35 Nm (3.5 m·kgf, 25.3 ft·lbf)
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(See page 6-14.)
10. Push down hard on the handlebar
several times to check for proper
fork operation.
EAU25080
Rear wheel
EAU41561
To remove the rear wheel
WARNING
EWA10821
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of it
falling over.
1. Loosen the axle nut.
2. Remove the brake pedal free play
adjusting nut, and then disconnect
the brake rod from the brake cam-shaft lever.
3. Disconnect the brake torque rod
from the brake shoe plate by re-
moving the cotter pin, the nut, and
the bolt.
4. Loosen the locknut and drive chain
adjusting nut on each end of the
swingarm.
5. Lift the rear wheel off the ground
1. Drive chain slack adjusting nut
2. Locknut
3. Chain puller
4. Washer
5. Axle nut
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1. Brake pedal free play adjusting nut
2. Spacer
3. Chain puller
4. Wheel axle
5. Drive chain slack adjusting nut
6. Locknut
7. Brake torque rod
8. Brake torque rod bolt
9. Cotter pin
10. Brake torque rod nut
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