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EW000099
lCheck the brake lever free play.
Be sure the brake is working
properly.
lA soft or spongy feeling in the
brake lever can indicate the
presence of air in the brake sys-
tem. This air must be removed
by bleeding the brake system
before the motorcycle is operat-
ed. Air in the system will cause
greatly diminished braking ca-
pability and can result in loss of
control and an accident. Have a
Yamaha dealer inspect and
bleed the system if necessary.
1. Footrest
2. Pedal height
a. Free play
EAU00711
Rear brake pedal height and
free play adjustment
EW000104
It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer make this adjustment.
The brake pedal height should be ad-
justed before adjusting the brake pedal
free play.
Pedal height
The brake pedal should be positioned
approximately 38 mm above the top of
the footrest.
1. Adjusting bolt
2. Locknut
1. Loosen the locknut.
2. Turn the adjusting bolt in direction
a
to raise pedal height or in direc-
tionb
to lower pedal height.
3. Tighten the locknut.
EW000105
After adjusting the pedal height ad-
just brake pedal free play.
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1. Wear limit
2. Wear indicator
EAU00727
Rear brake
Apply the brake and inspect the wear
indicator.
If the indicator reaches the wear limit
line, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace
the shoes.
1. Minimum level mark
EAU00732
Inspecting the brake fluid
level
Insufficient brake fluid may let air enter
the brake system, possibly causing the
brakes to become ineffective.
Before riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level and fill
when necessary.
Observe these precautions:
lWhen checking the fluid level,
make sure the top of the master
cylinder is level by turning the han-
dlebars.
lUse only the designated quality
brake fluid. Otherwise, the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor brake perfor-
mance.
NOTE:
If DOT 4 is not available, DOT 3 can be
used.
lRefill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor brake performance.
lBe careful that water does not en-
ter the master cylinder when refill-
ing. Water will significantly lower
the boiling point of the fluid and
may result in vapor lock. Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4
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1. Connector
2. Bulb cover
2. Remove the connector, the head-
light unit and then the bulb cover.
1. Bulb holder
3. Turn the bulb holder counterclock-
wise to remove it and remove the
defective bulb.
EW000119
Keep flammable products and your
hands away from a bulb while it is
on, as it is hot. Do not touch a bulb
until it cools down.
4. Put a new bulb into position and
secure it in place with the bulb
holder.
1. DonÕt touch
EC000105
CAUTION:
Avoid touching the glass part of a
bulb. Keep it free from oil; other-
wise, the transparency of the glass,
life of the bulb, and luminous flux
will be adversely affected. If oil gets
on a bulb, thoroughly clean it with a
cloth moistened with alcohol or lac-
quer thinner.
5. Install the bulb cover, connector
and headlight unit.
Ask a Yamaha dealer to adjust the
headlight beam if necessary.
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1
1. Screw (´ 2)
EAU00855
Turn signal and taillight bulb
replacement
1. Remove the screws and the lense.
1
1. Bulb (´ 2)
2. Push the bulb inward and turn it
counterclockwise.
3. Place a new bulb in the socket.
Push the bulb inward and turn it
clockwise until it engages into the
socket.
4. Install the lense and the screws.
EC000108
CAUTION:
Do not over-tighten the screws as
the lense may break.
EAU01008
Troubleshooting
Although Yamaha motorcycles receive
a rigid inspection before shipment from
the factory, trouble may occur during
operation.
Any problem in the fuel, compression,
or ignition systems can cause poor
starting and loss of power. The trouble-
shooting chart describes a quick, easy
procedure for making checks.
If your motorcycle requires any repair,
bring it to a Yamaha dealer. The skilled
technicians at a Yamaha dealership
have the tools, experience, and know-
how to properly service your motor-
cycle. Use only genuine Yamaha parts
on your motorcycle. Imitation parts may
look like Yamaha parts, but they are of-
ten inferior. Consequently, they have a
shorter service life and can lead to ex-
pensive repair bills.
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S
Seats ..................................................... 3-7
Shift pedal .............................................. 3-4
Shifting ................................................... 5-4
Sidestand ............................................... 3-9
Sidestand lubrication ........................... 6-23
Sidestand/clutch switch operation
check ................................................. 3-10
Spark plugs ............................................ 6-5
Specifications ........................................ 8-1
Speedometer ......................................... 3-2
Start switch ............................................ 3-3
Starter (choke) Ò Ó .............................. 3-6
Starting a warm engine .......................... 5-3
Starting the engine ................................ 5-1
Steering inspection .............................. 6-24
Steering lock .......................................... 3-6
Storage .................................................. 7-4
T
Throttle cable and grip lubrication ....... 6-22
Throttle cable free play inspection ....... 6-13
Tips for reducing fuel consumption ........ 5-5
Tires ..................................................... 6-14
Tool kit ................................................... 6-1
Troubleshooting ................................... 6-29
Troubleshooting chart .......................... 6-30
Turn indicator light ................................. 3-1
Turn signal and taillight bulb
replacement ...................................... 6-29
Turn signal switch .................................. 3-2
V
Valve clearance adjustment ................. 6-14
Vehicle identification number ................. 9-1
W
Wheel bearings .................................... 6-24
Wheels ................................................. 6-16