2003 YAMAHA BANSHEE 350R brake

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EBU00755
Brake fluid level inspection
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 lower level and replenish when necessary.
Observe these precautions:
1. When checking the fluid level, make sure
the top of the master cylinder is level by
turning the handlebars.
2. Use only the designated quality brake fluid.
Otherwise, the rubber seals may deterio-
rate, causing leakage and poor brake per-
formance.
LOWERq
LOWERq
1. Minimum level mark “LOWER”1. Repère de niveau minimum “LOWER”1. Marca de mínimo “LOWER”
1. Minimum level mark “LOWER”
1. Repère de niveau minimum “LOWER”1. Marca de mínimo “LOWER” Front
AvantDelantero
RearArrièreTrasero
Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4
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3. Refill with the same type of brake fluid.
Mixing fluids may result in a harmful chem-
ical reaction and lead to poor brake perfor-
mance.
4. Be 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.
5. Brake fluid may deteriorate painted sur-
faces or plastic parts. Always clean up
spilled fluid immediately.
6. Have a Yamaha dealer check the cause if
the brake fluid level goes down.
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EBU01118
Brake fluid replacement
1. Complete fluid replacement should be
done only by trained Yamaha service per-
sonnel.
2. Have a Yamaha dealer replace the follow-
ing components during periodic mainte-
nance or when they are damaged or leak-
ing.
8Replace all rubber seals every two years.
8Replace all hoses every four years.
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EBU00681
Front brake adjustment
The front brake lever should have a free play of
zero mm (zero in) at the lever end. If not, ask a
Yamaha dealer to adjust it.
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Operating with improperly serviced or
adjusted brakes could cause loss of braking
ability which could lead to an accident.
After servicing:
8Make sure the brakes operate smoothly
and that the free play is correct.
8Make sure the brakes do not drag.
8Make sure the brakes are not spongy. All
air must be bled from the brake system.
Replacement of brake components requires
professional knowledge. These procedures
should be performed by a Yamaha dealer.
a
a. Free play a. Jeua. Juego libre
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EBU01079*
Brake pedal height adjustment
The top of the brake pedal should be positioned
10 mm below the top of the footrest. If not, have
a Yamaha dealer adjust it.
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Operating with improperly serviced or
adjusted brakes could cause loss of braking
ability, which could lead to an accident.
After servicing:
8Make sure the brakes operate smoothly
and that the brake pedal position is cor-
rect.
8Make sure the brakes do not drag.
8Make sure the brakes are not spongy. All
air must be bled from the brake system.
Replacement of brake components requires
professional knowledge. These procedures
should be performed by a Yamaha dealer.
a
a. 10 mm
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Parking brake adjustment
Parking brake adjustment may be required if the
parking brake does not hold properly.
1. Fully loosen the parking brake cable
adjusting bolt locknut and the adjusting bolt
on the clutch lever.
2. Loosen the adjusting bolt locknut and the
adjusting bolt on the rear brake caliper.
3. Turn the adjusting bolt on the clutch lever
so that cable length ais 46–50 mm.
NOTE:
If the cable cannot be adjusted to specification,
consult a Yamaha dealer.
4. Tighten the adjusting bolt locknut on the
clutch lever.
5. Screw in the adjusting bolt on the brake
caliper by hand until it feels tight, then
screw it out 1/8 turn. Tighten the adjusting
bolt locknut to the specified torque.
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1. Locknut 2. Adjusting bolt1. Contre-écrou 2. Boulon de réglage1. Contratuerca 2. Perno de ajuste
a
a. Cable lengtha. Longueur du câblea. Longitud del cable
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cC
When tightening the locknut, hold the adjust-
ing bolt with a wrench so that the adjusting
bolt does not turn together with the locknut.
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Operating with improperly adjusted brakes
could cause the brakes to malfunction,
resulting in reduced braking performance.
This could increase the chance of a collision
or accident.
After adjusting the parking brake, block the
rear of the machine off the ground and spin
the rear wheels. Check to make sure there is
no brake drag. If brake drag is noticed, per-
form the adjustment again.
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1. Ajusting bolt 2. Locknut1. Boulon de réglage 2. Contre-écrou1. Perno de ajuste 2. Contratuerca
Tightening torque:
Locknut:
16 Nm (1.6 m0kgf)
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Adjusting the rear brake light switch
The rear brake light switch, which is activated by
the brake pedal and brake lever, is properly
adjusted when the brake light comes on just
before braking takes effect. If necessary, adjust
the brake light switch as follows.
Turn the adjusting nut while holding the rear
brake light switch in place. To make the brake
light come on earlier, turn the adjusting nut in
direction a. To make the brake light come on
later, turn the adjusting nut in direction b.1
2
a
b
1. Rear brake light switch
2. Adjusting nut
1. Contacteur de feu stop sur frein arrière
2.Écrou de réglage
1. Interruptor de la luz de freno trasero
2. Tuerca de ajuste
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