FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
5-2
5
Rear brake
• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• 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.
7-19, 7-20
Clutch
• Check operation.
• Lubricate cable if necessary.
• Check lever free play.
• Adjust if necessary.
7-17
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.
7-14, 7-23
Drive chain
• Check chain slack.
• Adjust if necessary.
• Check chain condition.
• Lubricate if necessary.
7-21, 7-22
Wheels and tires
• Check for damage.
• Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure.
• Correct if necessary.
• Check for loose spokes and tighten if necessary.
7-15, 7-17
Shift pedal
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Correct if necessary.
7-19
Brake pedal
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary.
7-24
Brake and clutch levers
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.
7-23
Steering
• Check that the handlebar can be turned smoothly and has no excessive play.
7-26
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