PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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6. Insert a new cotter pin into the axle
nut, and then bend its ends as
shown.
NOTE:
Make sure that two notches in the axle
nut are aligned with the hole through
the wheel axle, otherwise further tight-
en the axle nut until they are.
WARNING
EWA10700
Always use a new cotter pin for the
axle nut.
7. Adjust the brake pedal free play.
WARNING
EWA10660
After adjusting the brake pedal free
play, check the operation of the
brake light.
EAU23012
Lubricating the drive chain
The drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or
wet areas. Service the drive chain as
follows.
CAUTION:
ECA10581
The drive chain must be lubricated
after washing the motorcycle and
riding in the rain.
1. Remove all dirt and mud from the
drive chain with a brush or cloth.
NOTE:
For a thorough cleaning, have a
Yamaha dealer remove the drive chain
and soak it in solvent.
2. Spray Yamaha Chain and Cable
Lube or a high-quality spray-type
drive chain lubricant on both sides
and on the middle of the chain,
making sure that all side plates
and rollers have been sufficiently
oiled.
Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
104 Nm (10.4 m·kgf, 75 ft·lbf)
1. Cotter pin
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