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EAU03196
Checking the brake fluid
levelInsufficient brake fluid may allow air
to enter the brake system, possibly
causing it to become ineffective.
Before riding, check that the brake
fluid is above the minimum level mark
and replenish if necessary. A low
brake fluid level may indicate worn
brake pads and/or brake system
leakage. If the brake level is low, be
sure to check the brake pads for
wear and the brake system for leak-
age.1. Minimum level mark1
Observe these precautions:
8When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the
master cylinder or brake fluid
reservoir is level.
8Use only the recommended qual-
ity brake fluid, otherwise the rub-
ber seals may deteriorate, caus-
ing leakage and poor braking
performance.
8Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking perfor-
mance.
8Be careful that water does not
enter the master cylinder when
refilling. Water will significantly
lower the boiling point of the fluid
and may result in vapor lock.8Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts.
Always clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
8As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to
gradually go down. However, if
the brake fluid level goes down
suddenly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
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94. Remove the headlight bulb hold-
er by turning it counterclockwise,
and then remove the defective
bulb.
EW000119
wHeadlight bulbs get very hot.
Therefore, keep flammable prod-
ucts away from a lit headlight bulb,
and do not touch the bulb until it
has cooled down.5. Place a new bulb into position,
and then secure it with the bulb
holder.1. Headlight bulb holder
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3. Disconnect the headlight cou-
pler, and then remove the head-
light bulb cover.1. Coupler
2. Headlight bulb cover
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EAU01158
Replacing the headlight bulbIf the headlight bulb burns out,
replace it as follows.
1. Remove cowling A. (See page
6-5 for cowling removal and
installation procedures.)
2. Remove the headlight unit by
removing the bolts.1. Bolt (´2)
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9 6. Install the bulb cover, and then
connect the coupler.
7. Install the headlight unit by
installing the bolts.
8. Install the cowling.
9. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust
the headlight beam if necessary.
EAU03497
Replacing a turn signal light
bulb1. Remove the turn signal light lens
by removing the screw.
2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screw.1. Screw
2. Lens
3. bulb
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ECA00065
cCDo not overtighten the screw, oth-
erwise the lens may break.
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EAU01579
Supporting the motorcycleSince this model is not equipped with
a centerstand, follow these precau-
tions when removing the front and
rear wheel or performing other main-
tenance requiring the motorcycle to
stand upright. Check that the motor-
cycle is in a stable and level position
before starting any maintenance. A
strong wooden box can be placed
under the engine for added stability.
To service the front wheel
1. Stabilize the rear of the motorcy-
cle by using a motorcycle stand
or, if an additional motorcycle
stand is not available, by placing
a jack under the frame in front of
the rear wheel.
2. Raise the front wheel off the
ground by using a motorcycle
stand. 2. Remove the defective bulb by
pushing it in and turning it coun-
terclockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb into the socket,
push it in, and then turn it clock-
wise until it stops.
4. Install the lens by installing the
screws.
EC000108
cCDo not overtighten the screws,
otherwise the lens may break.1. Bulb
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EAU01623
Replacing the tail/brake light
bulb1. Remove the tail/brake light lens
by removing the screws.1. Screw (´2)
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