2005 YAMAHA YFM350R lock

8-67 1. Locknut 2. Adjusting bolt c. Clutch lever free play
1. Contre-écrou 2. Boulon de réglage
c. Jeu du levier d’embrayage
1. Contratuerca 2. Perno de ajuste
c. Juego libre de la maneta de embrague
1. Adjusting nut 2. Locknut
1.Écrou de réglage 2. Contre-écrou
1. Tuerca de ajuste 2. Contratuerca
EBU00741
Clutch lever free play adjustment
The clutch lever free play should be adjusted to 5–
10 mm.
1. Loosen the locknut at the clutch lever.
2. Turn the adjusting bolt at the clutch lever in
direction
a to increase the free play or in di-
rection
b to decrease the free play.
3. Tighten the locknut at the clutch lever.NOTE:If the specified free play cannot be obtained, pro-
ceed with the following steps.4. Loosen the locknut at the clutch lever.
5. Turn the adjusting bolt at the clutch lever in
direction
a to loosen the cable.
6. Loosen the locknut at the crankcase side.
7. Turn the adjusting nut at the crankcase in di-
rection
a to increase the free play or in direc-
tion
b to decrease the free play.
8. Tighten the locknut at the crankcase and the
clutch lever.
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8-71 1. Upper wheel hub bolt 2. Lower wheel hub bolt
1. Boulon supérieur de moyeu de roue
2. Boulon inférieur de moyeu de roue
1. Perno superior del cubo de la rueda
2. Perno inferior del cubo de la rueda
1. Locknut 2. Adjusting bolt 3. Alignment marks
1. Contre-écrou 2. Boulon de réglage
3. Repères d’alignement
1. Contratuerca 2. Perno de ajuste
3. Marcas de alineación
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Drive chain slack adjustment
1. Loosen the rear wheel hub upper and lower
bolts.
2. Loosen the locknuts on each side of the swin-
garm. To tighten the drive chain, turn the ad-
justing bolts in direction
a. To loosen the
drive chain, turn the adjusting bolts in direc-
tion
b and push the wheels forward. Turn
each adjusting bolt exactly the same amount
to maintain correct axle alignment.NOTE:_ There are alignment marks on each side of the
swingarm and on the hub. Use them to check for
proper wheel axle alignment. _3. After adjusting, tighten the locknuts and the
wheel hub bolts to the specified torques.
Tightening torques:
Locknut:
16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf)
Upper wheel hub bolt:
120 Nm (12.0 m·kgf)
Lower wheel hub bolt:
73 Nm (7.3 m·kgf)
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8-97 1. Headlight bulb holder cover
1. Cache de la fixation de l’ampoule de phare
1. Cubierta del portabombillas de la bombilla del faro
1. Headlight bulb holder
1. Fixation d’ampoule
1. Porta bombillas del faro
EBU14761
Replacing a headlight bulb
If a headlight bulb burns out, replace it as follows.
1. Remove the headlight bulb holder cover at
the rear of the headlight by pulling it off.
2. Remove the headlight bulb holder by pushing
it inward and turning it counterclockwise.
3. Remove the defective bulb from the headlight
unit by pulling it out.
WARNING
_ A headlight bulb is hot when it is on and imme-
diately after it is turned off. Wait for the bulb to
cool before touching or removing it. You can
be burned or a fire could start if the bulb touch-
es something flammable. _
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5. Install the headlight bulb holder by aligning
the projections with the holes in the headlight
unit, pushing it inward, and turning it clock-
wise until it stops.
6. Install the headlight bulb holder cover at the
rear of the headlight.
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8-105 1. Screw (× 2)
1. Vis (× 2)
1. Perno (× 2)
1. Bulb
1. Ampoule
1. Bombillas
EBU12170
Tail/brake light bulb replacement
1. Remove the lens by removing the screws.
2. Remove the defective bulb by pushing it in-
ward and turning it counterclockwise.
3. Install a new bulb by pushing it inward and
turning it clockwise.
4. Install the lens by installing the screws.CAUTION:_ Do not overtighten the screws as the lens may
break. _
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EBU00418
CLEANING AND STORAGE
A. CLEANING
Frequent, thorough cleaning of your machine will
not only enhance its appearance but will improve
its general performance and extend the useful life
of many components.
1. Before cleaning the machine:
a. Block off the end of the exhaust pipe to pre-
vent water entry. A plastic bag and strong
rubber band may be used.
b. Make sure the spark plug and all filler caps
are properly installed.
2. If the engine case is excessively greasy, ap-
ply degreaser with a paint brush. Do not ap-
ply degreaser to the chain, sprockets or
wheel axles.
3. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a garden
hose. Use only enough pressure to do the
job.
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5. Block up the frame to raise all wheels off the
ground.
6. Tie a plastic bag over the exhaust pipe outlet
to prevent moisture from entering.
7. If storing in a humid or salt-air atmosphere,
coat all exposed metal surfaces with a light
film of oil. Do not apply oil to any rubber parts
or the seat cover.
8. Remove the battery and charge it. Store it in
a dry place and recharge it once a month. Do
not store the battery in an excessively warm
or cold place (less than 0°C or more than
30°C).NOTE:Make any necessary repairs before storing the
machine.
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