PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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EAU03006
Lubricating the drive chain
The drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or
wet areas. Service the drive chain as
follows.
EC000097
CAUTION:
@
The drive chain must be lubricated
after washing the motorcycle or
riding in the rain.
@
1. Clean the drive chain with kero-
sene and a small soft brush.
ECA00053
CAUTION:
@
To prevent damaging the O-rings,
do not clean the drive chain with
steam cleaners, high-pressure
washers or inappropriate solvents.
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2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive
chain with a special O-ring chain
lubricant.
ECA00052
CAUTION:
@
Do not use engine oil or any other
lubricants for the drive chain, as
they may contain substances that
could damage the O-rings.
@
EAU02962
Checking and lubricating the
cables
The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
or does not move smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
EW000112
WARNING
@
Damage to the outer sheath may in-
terfere with proper cable operation
and will cause the inner cable to
rust. Replace a damaged cable as
soon as possible to prevent unsafe
conditions.
@
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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