2005 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Owners Manual - Page 76
2005 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU23280 EAU23290 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. EWA10750 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. WARNING Securely support the vehicle so that there is no danger of it falling over. 6 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. 6-31