The following procedure applies to both of the front fork legs.
WARNING
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NOTE:
When assembling the front fork leg, be sure to replace the following parts:
Before assembling the front fork leg, make sure all of the components are clean.
1. Install:
CAUTION: Allow the damper rod to slide slowly down the inner tube until it protrudes from the bottom of the inner tube. Be careful not to damage the inner tube. |
2. Lubricate:
3. Tighten:
NOTE:
While holding the damper rod with the damper rod holder "2" and T-handle "3", tighten the damper rod bolt.
4. Install:
5. Install:
CAUTION: Make sure the numbered side of the oil seal faces up. |
NOTE:
6. Install:
NOTE:
Adjust the oil seal clip so that it fits into the outer tube's groove.
7. Install:
8. Fill:
CAUTION:
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9. After filling the front fork leg, slowly stroke the inner tube "1" up and down (at least ten times) to distribute the fork oil.
NOTE:
Be sure to stroke the inner tube slowly because the fork oil may spurt out.
10.Before measuring the fork oil level, wait ten minutes until the oil has settled and the air bubbles have dispersed.
NOTE:
Be sure to bleed the front fork leg of any residual air.
11.Measure:
Front fork leg oil level "a" (from the top of the inner tube, with the inner tube fully compressed and without the fork spring) Out of specification Correct.
12.Install:
NOTE:
Install the spring with the smaller pitch "a" facing up.
13.Install:
NOTE:
Engine tightening torques
Cylinder head tightening sequence:
Generator cover tightening sequence:
Clutch cover tightening sequence:
Crankcase tightening sequence:
A. Left crankcase
B. Right crankcase ...
Operation and important riding points
Read the Owner's Manual carefully to
become familiar with all controls. If
there is a control or function you do not
understand, ask your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
Failure to familiarize yourself with
the controls can lead to loss of control,
which could cause an accident
or injury.
TIP ...
Checking and lubricating the brake and shift pedals
Brake pedal
Brake pedal
Shift pedal
Shift pedal
The operation of the brake and shift
pedals should be checked before each
ride, and the pedal pivots should be lubricated
if necessary.
Recommended lubricant:Lithium-soap-based grease
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