PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR6-296EAU23271Checking the front forkThe condition and operation of the frontfork must be checked as follows at theintervals specified in the periodic main-tenance and lubrication chart.To check the conditionWARNINGEWA10750Securely support the vehicle so thatthere is no danger of it falling over.Check the inner tubes for scratches,damage and excessive oil leakage.To check the operation1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-face and hold it in an upright posi-tion.2. While applying the front brake,push down hard on the handlebarsseveral times to check if the frontfork compresses and reboundssmoothly.CAUTION:ECA10590If any damage is found or the frontfork does not operate smoothly,have a Yamaha dealer check or re-pair it.EAU23280Checking 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.WARNINGEWA10750Securely support the vehicle so thatthere is no danger of it falling over.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.
