2002 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Midnight Owners Manual - Page 83
2002 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Midnight Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU00794 EAU01144 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. EW000115 Checking the wheel bearings The front and rear wheel bearings must be checked at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. If there is play in the wheel hub or if the wheel does not turn smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check the wheel bearings. 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. 6 WARNING Securely support the motorcycle so that there is no danger of it falling over. @ @ 6-31