Checking The Steering; Checking The Wheel Bearings - Yamaha Xmax 250 Owner's Manual

2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handle-
bars several times to check if the
front fork compresses
rebounds smoothly.
CAUTION:
If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or
repair it.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR

Checking the steering

Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the opera-
and
tion of the steering must be checked
as follows at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
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1. Place a stand under the engine to
raise the front wheel off the
ground.
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Securely support the motorcycle so
that there is no danger of it falling over.
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.
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Checking the wheel bearings

The front and rear wheel bearings
must be checked at the intervals spe-
cified 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.
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