Checking And Lubricating The Cables; Checking And Lubricating The Throttle Grip And Cable - Yamaha 2009 YZF-R1Y Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Checking and lubricating the
the O-rings.
cables
The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
or does not move smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
WARNING! Damage to the outer
sheath may interfere with proper ca-
ble operation and will cause the in-
ner cable
damaged cable as soon as possible
to prevent unsafe conditions.
Recommended lubricant:
Engine oil
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to rust. Replace a
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Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable
The operation of the throttle grip should
be checked before each ride. In addi-
tion, the cable should be lubricated at
the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance chart.
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