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1.Axle nut
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2.To tighten the drive chain, turn
the adjusting nut at each end of
the swingarm in direction a. To
loosen the drive chain, turn the
adjusting nut at each end of the
swingarm in direction b, and
then push the rear wheel for-
ward.NOTE:
Using the alignment marks on each
side of the swingarm, make sure that
both adjusting nuts are in the same
position for proper wheel alignment.1.Drive chain adjusting nut
2.Alignment marks
3.Locknut
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EC000096
cCImproper drive chain slack will
overload the engine as well as
other vital parts of the motorcycle
and can lead to chain slippage or
breakage. To prevent this from
occurring, keep the drive chain
slack within the specified limits.3.Tighten both locknuts, and then
tighten the axle nut to the speci-
fied torque.
4.Adjust the brake pedal free play.
(See page 6-21 for brake pedal
free play adjustment proce-
dures.)
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wAfter adjusting the brake pedal
free play, check the operation of
the brake light.
Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
104 Nm (10.4 mákg)
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Checking the steeringWorn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the opera-
tion of the steering must be checked
as follows at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart.
1.Place a stand under the engine
to raise the front wheel off the
ground.
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wSecurely support the motorcycle
so that there is no danger of it
falling over.
2.Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them
forward and backward. If any
free play can be felt, have a
Yamaha dealer check or repair
the steering.
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Checking the wheel bearingsThe front and rear wheel bearings
must be checked at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. If there is play
in the wheel hub or if the wheel does
not turn smoothly, have a Yamaha
dealer check the wheel bearings.
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To service the rear wheel
Raise the rear wheel off the ground
by using a motorcycle stand or, if a
motorcycle stand is not available, by
placing a jack either under each side
of the frame in front of the rear wheel
or under each side of the swingarm.
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Front wheelTo remove the front wheel
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w8It is advisable to have a
Yamaha dealer service the
wheel.
8Securely support the motorcy-
cle so that there is no danger
of it falling over.1.Disconnect the speedometer
cable from the front wheel.1.Speedometer cable
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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.
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2.Loosen the front wheel axle
pinch bolt, then the wheel axle.
3.Lift the front wheel off the ground
according to the procedure on
page 6-37.
4.Pull the wheel axle out, and then
remove the wheel.
ECA00048
cCDo not apply the brake after the
wheel has been removed together
with the brake disc, otherwise the
brake pads will be forced shut.1.Front wheel axle pinch bolt
2.Wheel axle
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To install the front wheel
1.Install the speedometer gear unit
into the wheel hub so that the
projections mesh with the slots.
2.Lift the wheel up between the
fork legs.1.Speedometer gear unit
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NOTE:
Make sure that there is enough
space between the brake pads
before inserting the brake disc and
that the slot in the speedometer gear
unit fits over the retainer on the fork
leg.3.Insert the wheel axle from the left
side.
4.Lower the front wheel so that it is
on the ground.1.Retainer
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Rear wheelTo remove the rear wheel
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w8It is advisable to have a
Yamaha dealer service the
wheel.
8Securely support the motorcy-
cle so that there is no danger
of it falling over.1.Loosen the axle nut and the
brake torque rod nut at the brake
shoe plate.1.Axle nut
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2.Lift the rear wheel off the ground
according to the procedure on
page 6-37.
3.Disconnect the brake torque rod
from the brake shoe plate by
removing the nut and the bolt.
4.Remove the brake pedal free
play adjusting nut, and then dis-
connect the brake rod at the
brake camshaft lever.1.Brake torque rod nut
2.Brake torque rod
3.Brake pedal free play adjusting nut
4.Brake rod
5.Brake camshaft lever
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5.Tighten the wheel axle to the
specified torque.
6.Tighten the front wheel axle
pinch bolt to the specified torque.
7.Push down hard on the handle-
bar several times to check for
proper fork opertion.
8.Connect the speedometer cable. Tightening torque:
Wheel axle:
59 Nm (5.9 mákg)Tightening torque:
Front wheel axle pinch bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 mákg)
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5.Loosen the locknut and the drive
chain adjusting nut on both ends
of the swingarm.
6.Remove the axle nut, and then
pull the wheel axle out.
7.Push the wheel forward, and
then remove the drive chain from
the rear sprocket.NOTE:
The drive chain does not need to be
disassembled in order to remove and
install the wheel.8.Remove the wheel.1.Locknut
2.Drive chain adjusting nut
3.Wheel axle
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To install the rear wheel
1.Insert the wheel axle from the
left-hand side, and then install
the drive chain onto the rear
sprocket.
2.Install the axle nut, and then
lower the rear wheel so that it is
on the ground.
3.Install the brake rod onto the
brake camshaft lever, and then
install the brake pedal free play
adjusting nut onto the brake rod.
4.Connect the brake torque rod to
the brake shoe plate by installing
the bolt and the nut, and then
tighten the bolt to the specified
torque.
5.Adjust the drive chain slack.
(See page 6-25 for drive chain
slack adjustment procedures.) Tightening torque:
Brake torque rod bolt:
23 Nm (2.3 mákg)
6.Tighten the axle nut to the speci-
fied torque.
7.Adjust the brake pedal position
and free play. (See page 6-20 for
brake pedal position and free
play adjustment procedures.)
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wAfter adjusting the brake pedal
free play, check the operation of
the brake light.
Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
104 Nm (10.4 mákg)
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MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGECareWhile the open design of a motorcy-
cle reveals the attractiveness of the
technology, it also makes it more vul-
nerable. Rust and corrosion can
develop even if high-quality compo-
nents are used. A rusty exhaust pipe
may go unnoticed on a car, however,
it detracts from the overall appear-
ance of a motorcycle. Frequent and
proper care does not only comply
with the terms of the warranty, but it
will also keep your motorcycle looking
good, extend its life and optimize its
performance.Before cleaning
1.Cover the muffler outlets with
plastic bags after the engine has
cooled down.
2.Make sure that all caps and cov-
ers as well as all electrical cou-
plers and connectors, including
the spark plug caps, are tightly
installed.
3.Remove extremely stubborn dirt,
like oil burnt onto the crankcase,
with a degreasing agent and a
brush, but never apply such
products onto seals, gaskets,
sprockets, the drive chain and
wheel axles. Always rinse the dirt
and degreaser off with water.Cleaning
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cC8Avoid using strong acidic
wheel cleaners, especially on
spoked wheels. If such prod-
ucts are used on hard-to-
remove dirt, do not leave the
cleaner on the affected area
any longer than instructed.
Also, thoroughly rinse the area
off with water, immediately dry
it, and then apply a corrosion
protection spray.
8Improper cleaning can damage
windshields, cowlings, panels
and other plastic parts. Use
only a soft, clean cloth or
sponge with mild detergent
and water to clean plastic.
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8Do not use any harsh chemical
products on plastic parts. Be
sure to avoid using cloths or
sponges which have been in
contact with strong or abra-
sive cleaning products, sol-
vent or thinner, fuel (gasoline),
rust removers or inhibitors,
brake fluid, antifreeze or elec-
trolyte.
8Do not use high-pressure
washers or steam-jet cleaners
since they cause water seep-
age and deterioration in the
following areas: seals (of
wheel and swingarm bearings,
fork and brakes), electric com-
ponents (couplers, connec-
tors, instruments, switches
and lights), breather hoses
and vents.8For motorcycles equipped
with a windshield: Do not use
strong cleaners or hard
sponges as they will cause
dulling or scratching. Some
cleaning compounds for plas-
tic may leave scratches on the
windshield. Test the product
on a small hidden part of the
windshield to make sure that it
does not leave any marks. If
the windshield is scratched,
use a quality plastic polishing
compound after washing.
After normal useRemove dirt with warm water, a mild
detergent, and a soft, clean sponge,
and then rinse thoroughly with clean
water. Use a toothbrush or bottle-
brush for hard-to-reach areas.
Stubborn dirt and insects will come
off more easily if the area is covered
with a wet cloth for a few minutes
before cleaning.After riding in the rain, near the sea
or on salt-sprayed roadsSince sea salt or salt sprayed on
roads during winter are extremely
corrosive in combination with water,
carry out the following steps after
each ride in the rain, near the sea or
on salt-sprayed roads.NOTE:
Salt sprayed on roads in the winter
may remain well into spring.1.Clean the motorcycle with cold
water and a mild detergent, after
the engine has cooled down.
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cCDo not use warm water since it
increases the corrosive action of
the salt.2.After drying the motorcycle,
apply a corrosion protection
spray on all metal, including
chrome- and nickel-plated, sur-
faces to prevent corrosion.
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