Yamaha Versity VP300, Owner'S Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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To check the operation
1. Place the scooter on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright po-
sition.
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the
handlebars several times to check
if the front fork compresses and
rebounds smoothly.
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If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or
repair it.
CAUTION:
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Checking the steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as
follows at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place a stand under the engine
to raise the front wheel off the
ground.
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Securely support the scooter so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
WARNING
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them
forward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the
steering.
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