Yamaha Viking YXM700E, Owner'S Manual

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Front and rear brakes
Brake pedal

Check that there is no free play in the brake
pedal. If there is free play, have a Yamaha
dealer check the brake system. (See page
8-37.)

Check the operation of the brake pedal. It
should move smoothly and there should be
a firm feeling when the brakes are applied.
If not, have the vehicle inspected by a
Yamaha dealer.
Brake fluid level
Check the brake fluid level. Add fluid if neces-
sary. (See page 8-35.)
Brake fluid leakage
Check to see if any brake fluid is leaking out
of the pipe joints or the brake fluid reservoir.
Apply the brakes firmly for one minute. If there
is any leakage, have the vehicle inspected by
a Yamaha dealer.
Brake operation
Check the operation of the brakes at the start
of every drive. Test the brakes at slow speed
after starting out to make sure they are work-
ing properly. If the brakes do not provide
proper braking performance, inspect the
brake system. (See page 8-33.)
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Fuel
Make sure there is sufficient fuel in the tank.
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4
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