Owner's Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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A soft or spongy feeling in the
brake lever can indicate the
presence of air in the hydraulic
system. If there is air in the hy-
draulic system, have a Yamaha
dealer bleed the system before
operating the motorcycle. Air in
the hydraulic system will dimin-
ish the braking performance,
which may result in loss of con-
trol and an accident.
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Adjusting the brake pedal po-
sition and free play
WARNING
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It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer make these adjustments.
TIP
The brake pedal position should be ad-
justed before adjusting the brake pedal
free play.
Brake pedal position
The brake pedal should be positioned
approximately 82.0 mm (3.23 in) above
the top of the footrest as shown. Peri-
odically check the brake pedal position
and, if necessary, adjust it as follows.
1. Loosen the locknut at the brake
pedal.
2. To raise the brake pedal, turn the
adjusting bolt in direction (a). To
lower the brake pedal, turn the ad-
justing bolt in direction (b).
3. Tighten the locknut.
1. Distance between brake pedal and footrest
2. Brake pedal free play
1. Locknut
2. Brake pedal position adjusting bolt
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