Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performan-
ce.
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 pain-
ted surfaces or plastic parts.
Always clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
As 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.
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Changing the brake fluid
Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the NOTE after the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addi-
tion, have the oil seals of the master
cylinders and calipers as well as the
brake hoses replaced at the intervals
listed below or whenever they are
damaged or leaking.
Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
Brake hoses: Replace every four
years.
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To check the drive chain slack
(a) Chain tension
1. Place the motorcycle on a level
surface and hold it in an upright
position.
NOTE:
When checking and adjusting the dri-
ve chain slack, the motorcycle should
be positioned straight up and there
should be no weight on it.
2. Shift the transmission into the
neutral position.
3. Move the rear wheel by pushing
the motorcycle to locate the tigh-
test portion of the drive chain,
and then measure the drive chain
slack as shown.
Drive chain slack:
45-55 mm (1,76-2,15 in)
4. If the drive chain slack is inco-
rrect, adjust it as follows.
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