Yamaha XS750, Manual, Page: 89 / 154

2. The swing arm is mounted on tapered bearings.
Move the swing arm up and down as shown.
The swing arm should move smoothly, with-
out tightness, binding or rough spots that
could indicate damaged bearings.
Adjustment
1.
Remove pivot shaft plugs from left and right
sides of the swing arm.
2. Measure gap between frame and swing arm on
left and right sides. There should be no more
than (0.062 in.) difference between
the l ef t and right gaps.
NOTE:
I t may be
easier
to inspect the gaps
with the rear wheel removed; however, such
removal
is not necessary.
3. I f the le f t and right gaps differ by more than
the limit adjust as follows:
a.
Loosen both the left and right pivot shaft nuts.
b. Loosen pivot shaft on the side of the greater
swing gap. Loosen only slightly
(counterclockwise, approximately one-half
turn). After loosening, tighten the opposite
pivot shaft (clockwise) t o 0.5~0.6
(43~52
c. Measure gap again between frame and swing
arm.
If the left and right gaps are not within
(0.062 in.) of each other, repeat step
d. When the left and right gaps are adjusted pro-
perly, tighten pivot shaft lock nut.
NOTE:
Do not allow pivot shaft to turn while
tightening lock nut.
Pivot shaft lock nut torque:
8.0~10.0 (58~72
C. Removal
1. Remove middle gear flange holding bolt.
2. Remove rear wheel and shock absorbers.
Re-
move rear brake ass'y.