Checking and lubricating the, Centerstand and sidestand -28, Periodic maintenance and minor repair – Yamaha FJR1300T(C) User Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

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EAU23210

Checking and lubricating the
centerstand and sidestand

The operation of the centerstand and
sidestand should be checked before
each ride, and the pivots and metal-to-
metal contact surfaces should be lubri-
cated if necessary.

WARNING

EWA10740

If the centerstand or sidestand does
not move up and down smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.

EAU23250

Lubricating the rear
suspension

The pivoting points of the rear suspen-
sion must be lubricated at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.

EAU23271

Checking the front fork

The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.

To check the condition

WARNING

EWA10750

Securely support the vehicle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.

Check the inner tubes for scratches,
damage and excessive oil leakage.

To check the operation

1. 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 handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.

Recommended lubricant:

Lithium-soap-based grease (all-pur-
pose grease)

Recommended lubricant:

Lithium-soap-based grease

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