Yamaha XT550J - Chapter 2. Periodic Inspections and Adjustments

CHAPTER 2.
PERIODIC INSPECTIONS AND
ADJUSTMENTS
INTRODUCTION . ............................................. 2-1
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS CHARTS .......................... 2-1
ENGINE . .................................................... 2-3
A.
Valve Clearance ............................................ 2-3
B. Decompression System ...................................... 2-4
C. Spark Plug ................................................ 2-4
D. Crankcase Ventilation System ................................. 2-4
E. Fuel Line ................................................. 2-4
F. Exhaust System ............................................ 2-4
G. Idle Speed ................................................ 2-4
H. Engine Oil ................................................. 2-5
I. Oil Filter Replacement ....................................... 2-5
J. Engine Oil Replacement ...................................... 2-6
K. Oil Pressure Check .......................................... 2-6
L. Clutch Adjustment .......................................... 2-7
M. Checking
Ignition Timing ..................................... 2-7
N. Compression Pressure Measurement ............................ 2-8
CHASSIS . ................................................... 2-8
A. Down Tube Strainer
......................................... 2-8
B. Air Filter .................................................. 2-9
C. Front and Rear Brake ........................................ 2-9
D. Cable Inspection and Lubrication .............................. 2-11
E. Brake and Change Pedals/ Brake and Clutch Levers/ Sidestand ....... 2-11
F. Drive Chain .............................................. 2-11
G. Front Fork Oil Change ...................................... 2-12
H. Front Fork and Rear Shock Absorber Adjustment ................. 2-13
I. Steering Head Adjustment ................................... 2-14
J. Wheel Bearings ........................................... 2-14
K. Fuel Cock ................................................ 2-15
L. Tires and Wheels .......................................... 2-15
ELECTRICAL . ............................................... 2-16
A. Battery .................................................. 2-16
B. Circuit Breaker ............................................ 2-16