regular maintenance

[lady bug]

i found a couple of power robbers on my cart such as dragging brakes and dirty air filter plugged fuel pump this cart is new to me seems to run pretty well getting about 24 on it right now Ive changed to Mobil 1 syn changed rear end fluid cleaned air filter and fuel pump etc was wondering if there is anything else i should look for as maintenance on the cart my front wheel bearing seem to roll quit well just don't know how much drag should be there

[TheNewGuy]

Check your drive belt, if the width has worn 1/8" or more, a new belt will make a noticeable difference.

[sho305]

Most yamaha are 1" width wear limit, it will not work well by then on a lifted cart but ok on stock cart. Unless they look clean and work well I'd clean and lube both clutches, I have posted it. I grease them once/twice a year or more if I get in the dirt a lot. May not be needed on a new clean cart. If the clutches don't shift well, you don't get that whole 10hp. Another issue is the frame rusting under the battery due to fumes/leakage. I'd keep it washed and painted there. You can adjust the steering box if it has play on G9 and older at least, just make sure it turns all the way easily once done. Check the kingpins in the front, the wheels may move in/out at top if they are bad. Cart should roll pretty easily if you put in neutral or take drive belt off...and harder tires are faster but ride worse.