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Refill with the same type of brake fluid. Mixing
fluids may result in a harmful chemical reaction
and lead to poor brake performance. 
Be careful that water does not enter the brake
fluid reservoir when refilling. Water will signifi-
cantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and
may result in vapor lock. 
Brake fluid may deteriorate painted surfaces or
plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid im-
mediately. 
Have a Yamaha dealer check the cause if the
brake fluid level goes down. 
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Brake fluid replacement 
Complete fluid replacement should be done only
by trained Yamaha service personnel. Have a
Yamaha dealer replace the following components
during periodic maintenance or when they are
damaged or leaking.
Replace the oil seals every two years. 
Replace the brake hoses every four years.
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