Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the vehicle or other property.
TIP
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
IntroductionChecking the steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as follows
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication
chart.
Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground. WARNING! To ...
Removing the generator
1. Remove:
Generator rotor nut "1"
Washer
NOTE:
While holding the generator rotor "2" with the
sheave holder "3", loosen the generator rotor
nut.
Do not allow the sheave holder to touch the
projection on the generator rotor.
2. Remove:
Generator rotor "1"
(with the ...
Cast wheels
To maximize the performance, durability,
and safe operation of your vehicle,
note the following points regarding the
specified wheels.
The wheel rims should be checked
for cracks, bends or warpage before
each ride. If any damage is
found, have a Yamaha dealer replace
the wheel. ...