Yamaha FZ1 - Checking the Front Fork; Lubricating the Rear Suspension

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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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.
EAU02939
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
EW000115
WARNING
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Securely support the motorcycle 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 motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses and re-
bounds smoothly.
EC000098
CAUTION:
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If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-
pair it.
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Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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