The condition and operation of the front fork must be checked as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
Check the inner tubes for scratches, damage and excessive oil leakage.
To check the operation
Checking the front fork
NOTICE
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or repair
it.
Lubricating the swingarm pivots
Checking the steeringSeparating the crankcase
1. Remove:
Crankcase bolts
NOTE:
Loosen each bolt 1/4 of a turn at a time, in stages
and in the proper sequence as shown.
A. Right crankcase
B. Left crankcase
2. Turn:
Shift drum segment
NOTE:
Turn the shift drum segment "1" to the position
shown in the illustration. In this ...
Checking the rear shock absorber assembly
1. Check:
Rear shock absorber rod
Bends/damage Replace the rear
shock
absorber assembly.
Rear shock absorber
Oil leaks Replace the rear
shock absorber
assembly.
Spring
Damage/wear Replace the
rear shock absorber
assembly.
Bushing
Damage/wear Replace the rea ...
Checking and charging the battery
WARNINGBatteries generate explosive hydrogen gas
and contain electrolyte which is made of poisonous
and highly caustic sulfuric acid.
Therefore, always follow these preventive
measures:
Wear protective eye gear when handling or
working near batteries.
Charge batt ...