PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-41

Periodic Maintenance Procedures

General Lubrication

Lubrication•

Before lubricating each part, clean off any rusty spots with

•rust remover and wipe off any grease, oil, dirt, or grime. Lubricate the points listed below with indicated lubricant.

NOTE

○Whenever the vehicle has been operated under wet or rainy conditions, or especially after using a high-pressure water spray, perform the general lubrication.

Pivots: Lubricate with Motor Oil

Rear Brake Rod Joint

Points: Lubricate with Grease

Throttle and Choke Inner Cable Upper Ends [A]

Clutch Lever Pivot

Brake Lever Pivot (Apply silicone grease)

Brake Pedal Pivot

Side Stand

Cables: Lubricate with Cable Lubricant

Choke Cable

Throttle Cables

• Clutch Cable

Lubricate the cables by seeping the oil between the cable and housing.

○The cable may be lubricated by using a commercially available pressure cable lubricator with an aerosol cable lubricant.

•With the cable disconnected at both ends, the cable should move freely [A] within the cable housing.

If cable movement is not free after lubricating, if the cable is frayed [B] or if the cable housing is kinked [C], replace the cable.