Yamaha Venture XVZ13TFW, Owner'S Manual

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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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Clutch
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
7-24, 7-26
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.
7-20, 7-28
Control cables
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate if necessary.
7-27
Wheels and tires
• Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
7-21, 7-22
Brake and shift pedals
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pedal pivoting points if necessary.
7-28
Brake and clutch levers
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
7-29
Sidestand
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivot if necessary.
7-29
Chassis fasteners
• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.
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Instruments, lights, signals
and switches • Check operation.
• Correct if necessary.
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Sidestand switch
• Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
• If system is defective, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
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ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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