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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Adjusting the front fork
The front fork is equipped with air
valves for adjusting the spring rate
and screws for adjusting the damping
force.
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There should be no difference in
air pressure between the fork legs.
Spring rate
The total spring rate is adjusted by
changing the air pressure as follows.
1. Elevate the front wheel by plac-
ing a suitable stand under the
engine.
NOTE:
When checking and adjusting the air
pressure, there should be no weight
on the front end of the motorcycle.
2. Remove the air valve cap from
each fork leg.
3. Check the air pressure in each
fork leg with an air pressure
gauge.
NOTE:
An optional air pressure gauge is
available at a Yamaha dealer.
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Air valve cap
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Air valve
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Helmet holder
To open the helmet holder, insert the
key into the lock, and then turn the
key as shown.
To lock the helmet holder, place it in
the original position, and then remove
the key.
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Never ride with a helmet attached
to the helmet holder, since the hel-
met may hit objects, causing loss
of control and possibly an acci-
dent.
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Helmet holder
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