2009 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 950 Owners Manual - Page 66
2009 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 950 Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU23250 EAU23272 Lubricating the rear suspension 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 The pivoting points of the rear suspension must be lubricated at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease 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 inner tubes for scratches, damage and excessive oil leakage. ECA10590 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. 7-25