2013 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 1300 Deluxe Owners Manual - Page 68
2013 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 1300 Deluxe Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAUM1652 EAU51950 Lubricating the swingarm pivots Checking the front fork The condition and operation of the front fork must be checked as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. To check the condition Check the front fork for damage and excessive oil leakage. ECA10590 The swingarm pivots must be lubricated by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. 7 Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease To check the operation 1. Place the vehicle on a level surface and hold it in an upright position. WARNING! To avoid injury, securely support the vehicle so there is no danger of it falling over. [EWA10751] 2. While applying the front brake, push down hard on the handlebars several times to check if the front fork compresses and rebounds smoothly. NOTICE If any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it. 7-27