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6. Secure the brake cable to the steering post with a
cable tie; then install the handlebar pad.
7. Install the hood cable and the front clutch shield.
CHECKING BRAKE LEVER TRAVEL
1. Compress the brake lever fully.
2. Check the distance between the brake lever and the
lever stop. The distance must be within a range of 1/
4-1/2".
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3. If travel distance is not as specified, adjust the brake.
ADJUSTING BRAKE LEVER TRAVEL
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1. Remove the clutch shield.
2. Loosen the rearward jam nut on the brake cable; then
tighten the forward jam nut to set up the brake.
3. Check the brake lever travel distance periodically
while tightening the forward jam nut. When the dis-
tance is within the specified range of 1/4-1/2", tighten
the rearward jam nut to secure the adjustment.
4. Install the clutch shield.
Troubleshooting Track
Problem: Track Edge Frayed — Drive Lugs Worn
Condition
Remedy
1.
Track alignment
adjusted incorrectly
1. Align — replace track
Problem: Track Worn Adjacent to Outer Drive Lugs
Condition
Remedy
1.
Track tension
adjusted incorrectly
2.
Rear idler wheels
dirty — damaged
1. Adjust track tension
2. Clean — replace idler wheels
Problem: Track Ratchets — Slaps Tunnel
Condition
Remedy
1.
Track tension
adjusted incorrectly (too loose)
2.
Drive sprockets
misaligned — damaged
1. Adjust track tension (tighten)
2. Align — replace sprockets
Problem: Wear-Strip Wear Excessive
Condition
Remedy
1.
Slide rail
bent — broken — damaged
2.
Track alignment
adjusted incorrectly
1. Repair — replace slide rail
2. Adjust track alignment
