ITEM
CHECKS
PAGE
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
Rear brake
• Replace if necessary.
6-19, 6-20, 6-21
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
Throttle grip
• Check cable free play.
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate
6-16, 6-22
cable and grip housing.
• Check for damage.
Wheels and tires
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
6-17, 6-19
• Correct if necessary.
Brake levers
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
6-22
Centerstand, sidestand
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pivots if necessary.
6-23
Chassis fasteners
• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary.
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Instruments, lights,
•
Check operation.
signals and switches
• Correct if necessary.
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Sidestand switch
• Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
• If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle.
3-20
FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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