PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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EAU37912
Checking the front brake lever
free play
There should be no free play at the
brake lever end. If there is free play,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
brake system.
WARNING
EWA14211
A soft or spongy feeling in the brake
lever can indicate the presence of air
in the hydraulic system. If there is air
in the hydraulic system, have a
Yamaha dealer bleed the system be-
fore operating the vehicle. Air in the
hydraulic system will diminish the
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.
1. Front brake lever free play
1. Brake pedal position
2. Brake pedal free play
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