PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Periodic maintenance an d lu brication chartThe following chart is intended as a general guide to maintenance and lubrication. Bear in mind that such factors as weath-
er, terrain, geographical location, and individual usage will alter the required maintenance and lubrication intervals. If you
are in doubt as to what intervals to follow in maintaining and lubricating your motorcycle, consult your Yamaha dealer.TIPItems marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical
skills.NO. ITEM ROUTINEAfter
break-in Every
race Every
third race Every
fifth race As
required
1 *Piston Check piston for carbon deposits and cracks or dam-
age.
Clean. √
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√
Replace. √
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2 *Piston rings Check piston ring end gap and rings for damage.
√
Replace.
3 *Piston pin and small
end bearing
Check piston pin and small end bearing for damage. √√√
Replace. √
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4
*Cylinder head Check cylinder head for carbon deposits.
Clean.
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Check cylinder head gasket for damage.
Replace cylinder head gasket. Tighten cylinder head nuts if necessary. √
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