PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT6-296EAU23144Checking and lubricating thebrake and clutch leversThe operation of the brake and clutchlevers should be checked before eachride, and the lever pivots should be lu-bricated if necessary.Brake leverClutch leverEAU23203Checking and lubricating thesidestandThe operation of the sidestand shouldbe checked before each ride, and thesidestand pivot and metal-to-metalcontact surfaces should be lubricatedif necessary.WARNINGEWA10732If the sidestand does not move upand down smoothly, have a Yamahadealer check or repair it. Otherwise,the sidestand could contact theground and distract the operator, re-sulting in a possible loss of control.Recommended lubricants:Brake lever:Silicone greaseClutch lever:Lithium-soap-based greaseRecommended lubricant:Lithium-soap-based grease