Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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11*Wheel bearings• Check bearing for looseness or
damage.√√√√
12*Swingarm pivot
bearings• Check operation and for exces-
sive play.√√√√
• Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease.Every 50000 km (30000 mi)
13 Drive chain• Check chain slack, alignment and
condition.
• Adjust and lubricate chain with a
special O-ring chain lubricant
thoroughly.Every 1000 km (600 mi) and after washing the motorcycle, riding in the rain or
riding in wet areas
14*Steering bearings• Check bearing assemblies for
looseness.√√ √
• Moderately repack with lithium-
soap-based grease.√√
15*Chassis fasteners• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and
screws are properly tightened.√√√√√
16Brake lever pivot
shaft• Lubricate with silicone grease.√√√√√
17Brake pedal pivot
shaft• Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease.√√√√√
18Clutch lever pivot
shaft• Lubricate with lithium-soap-
based grease.√√√√√
19Shift pedal pivot
shaft• Lubricate 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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EAU23292
Checking the wheel bearingsThe 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.
EAUM3751
BatteryThis model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to
be checked and, if necessary, tight-
ened.
WARNING
EWA10761
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.Batteries produce explosive hy-
drogen gas. Therefore, keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc.,
away from the battery and pro-
vide sufficient ventilation when
charging it in an enclosed
space.
KEEP THIS AND ALL BATTER-
IES OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
To access the battery
1. Remove the seat. (See page 3-19.)
2. Remove the seat holder by remov-
ing the bolts.
3. Remove the diagnostic connector
by pulling it upward.1. Seat holder
2. BoltZAUM1377
2
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