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EAU23022
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.
ECA10581CAUTION:
The drive chain must be lubricated
after washing the motorcycle and
riding in the rain.
1. Clean the drive chain with kerosene and a small soft brush.
ECA11120CAUTION:
To prevent damaging the O-rings,
do not clean the drive chain with
steam cleaners, high-pressure
washers or inappropriate solvents. 2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive
chain with a special O-ring chain
lubricant.
ECA11110CAUTION:
Do not use engine oil or any other
lubricants for the drive chain, as
they may contain substances that
could damage the O-rings.
EAU23100
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 lubri-
cated if necessary. If a cable is dam-
aged or does not move smoothly, have
a Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
Recommended lubricant: Engine oil
EWA10720
WARNING0
Damage to the outer sheath may in-
terfere with proper cable operation
and will cause the inner cable to
rust. Replace a damaged cable as
soon as possible to prevent unsafe
conditions.
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EAU23271
Checking the front fork
The condition and operation of the
front fork must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the period-
ic maintenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
EWA10750
WARNING0
Securely 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 surface and hold it in an upright
position.
2. While applying the front brake, push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and re-
bounds smoothly.
ECA10590CAUTION:
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
EAUM1650
Lubricating the swingarm
pivots
The swingarm pivots must be lubricat-
ed at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease
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