Yamaha V-star, Owner'S Manual

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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-2
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EAU15601
Pre-operation check list
ITEM CHECKS PAGE
Fuel
• Check fuel level in fuel tank.
• Refuel if necessary.
• Check fuel line for leakage.
3-6
Engine oil
• Check oil level in engine.
• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.
• Check vehicle for oil leakage.
6-11
Final gear oil • Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-13
Front brake
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
• Check brake pads for wear.
• Replace if necessary.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
6-23
Rear brake
• Check operation.
• Check pedal free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
6-21
Clutch
• Check operation.
• Lubricate cable if necessary.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
6-19
Throttle grip
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Check cable free play.
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and
grip housing.
6-15, 6-25
Control cables
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate if necessary.
6-25
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