PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-307EAU23283Checking the steeringWorn or loose steering bearings maycause danger. Therefore, the operationof the steering must be checked as fol-lows at the intervals specified in the pe-riodic maintenance and lubricationchart.1. Place a stand under the engine toraise the front wheel off theground. (See page 7-37 for moreinformation.) WARNING! Toavoid injury, securely supportthe vehicle so there is no dangerof it falling over. [EWA10751]2. Hold the lower ends of the frontfork legs and try to move them for-ward and backward. If any freeplay can be felt, have a Yamahadealer check or repair the steering.EAU23291Checking the wheel bearingsThe front and rear wheel bearings mustbe checked at the intervals specified inthe periodic maintenance and lubrica-tion chart. If there is play in the wheelhub or if the wheel does not turnsmoothly, have a Yamaha dealer checkthe wheel bearings.EAU50210BatteryThe battery is located under the riderseat. (See page 4-14.)This 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 bechecked and, if necessary, tightened.WARNINGEWA10760 Electrolyte is poisonous anddangerous since it contains sul-furic acid, which causes severeburns. Avoid any contact with1. Battery2. Positive battery lead (red)3. Negative battery lead (black)123
