2006 YAMAHA FZ1 S Owners Manual

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Adjusting the rear brake light 
switch The rear brake light switch, which is ac-
tivated by the brake pedal, is properly
adjusted when the brake l

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Checking the brake fluid level Front brake
Rear brake
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to
enter the brake system, possibly caus-
ing it to b

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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 l

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CAUTION:
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Improper drive chain slack will over-
load the engine as well as other vital
parts of the motorcycle and can lead
to chain slippage or br

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CAUTION:
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Do not use engine oil or any other lu-
bricants for the drive chain, as they
may contain substances that coulddamage the O-rings.
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Checking and lubricating the 
brake and shift pedals The operation of the brake and shift
pedals should be checked before each
ride, and the pedal

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Checking and lubricating the 
centerstand and sidestand The operation of the centerstand and
sidestand should be checked before
each ride, and the

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CAUTION:
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If any damage is found or the front
fork does not operate smoothly,
have a Yamaha dealer check or re-pair it.
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Checking the steer