PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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braking performance, which may re-
sult in loss of control and an acci-
dent.
EAUW0650
Adjusting the brake pedal po-
sition and free play
WARNING
EWA10670
It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer make these adjustments.
Brake pedal position
The top of the brake pedal should be
positioned approximately 3.0 mm (0.12
in) below the top of the footrest. Period-
ically check the brake pedal position
and, if necessary, adjust it as follows.
1. Loosen the locknut at the brake
pedal.
2. To raise the brake pedal, turn the
adjusting bolt in direction (a). To
lower the brake pedal, turn the ad-
justing bolt in direction (b).
3. Tighten the locknut.
WARNING
EWA11230
After adjusting the brake pedal posi-
tion, the brake pedal free play must
be adjusted.
Brake pedal free play
The brake pedal free play should mea-
sure 20.0–30.0 mm (0.79–1.18 in) as
shown. Periodically check the brake
pedal free play and, if necessary, adjust
it as follows.
1. Brake pedal position
2. Brake pedal free play
1. Adjusting bolt
2. Locknut
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