2006 YAMAHA T135 brake
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
4-3
4
Wheels and tiresCheck for damage.
Check tire condition and tread depth.
Check air pressure.
Correct if necessary.6-16, 6-18
Brake pedalMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary.6-25
Brake leverMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate lever pivoting point if necessary.6-25
Centerstand, sidestandMake sure that operation is smooth.
Lubricate pivots if necessary.6-25
Chassis fastenersMake sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
Tighten if necessary.—
Instruments, lights, signals
and switchesCheck operation.
Correct if necessary.—
BatteryCheck fluid level.
Fill with distilled water if necessary.6-28 ITEM CHECKS PAGE
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EAU17710
Periodic maintenance and lubrication chart NOTE:
The annual checks must be performed every year, except if a kilometer-based maintenance is performed in-
stead.
From 30000 km, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 6000 km.
Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technicalskills.
NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (× 1000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 6 12 18 24
1*Fuel lineCheck fuel and vacuum hoses for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
2 Spark plugCheck condition.
Clean and regap.√√
Replace.√√
3*ValvesCheck valve clearance.
Adjust.√√√√
4 Air filter elementClean.√√
Replace.√√
5*BatteryCheck electrolyte level and specific gravity.
Make sure that the breather hose is properly routed.√√√√ √
6*Front brakeCheck operation, fluid level and vehicle for fluid leakage.√√√√√ √
Replace brake pads. Whenever worn to the limit
7*Rear brakeCheck operation and adjust brake pedal free play.√√√√√ √
Replace brake shoes. Whenever worn to the limit
8*Brake hoseCheck for cracks or damage.√√√√ √
Replace. Every 4 years
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EAU18660
NOTE:
The air filter needs more frequent service if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
Hydraulic brake service
Regularly check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
Every two years replace the internal components of the brake master cylinder and caliper, and change the brake fluid.Replace the brake hoses every four years and if cracked or damaged.
22*Cooling systemCheck coolant level and vehicle for coolant leakage.√√√√ √
Change. Every 3 years
23*Front and rear brake
switchesCheck operation.√√√√√ √
24Moving parts and ca-
blesLubricate.√√√√ √
25*Throttle grip housing
and cableCheck operation and free play.
Adjust the throttle cable free play if necessary.
Lubricate the throttle grip housing and cable.√√√√ √
26*Air induction systemCheck the air cut-off valve, reed valve, and hose for dam-
age.
Replace any damaged parts if necessary.√√√√ √
27*Lights, signals and
switchesCheck operation.
Adjust headlight beam.√√√√√ √ NO. ITEM CHECK OR MAINTENANCE JOBODOMETER READING (× 1000 km)
ANNUAL
CHECK
1 6 12 18 24
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WARNING
EWA10560
It is dangerous to ride with a
worn-out tire. When a tire tread
begins to show crosswise lines,
have a Yamaha dealer replace
the tire immediately.
The replacement of all wheel-
and brake-related parts, includ-
ing the tires, should be left to a
Yamaha dealer, who has the necessary professional knowl-
edge and experience.
It is not recommended to patch
a punctured tube. If unavoid-
able, however, patch the tube very carefully and replace it as
soon as possible with a high-
quality product.
EAU21940
Spoke wheels To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motor-
cycle, note the following points
regarding the specified wheels.
The wheel rims should be checked
for cracks, bends or warpage, and
the spokes for looseness or dam-
age before each ride. If any dam-
age is found, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the wheel. Do not
attempt even the smallest repair to
the wheel. A deformed or cracked
wheel must be replaced.
The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced. An
unbalanced wheel can result in
poor performance, adverse han-
dling characteristics, and a short-
ened tire life.
Ride at moderate speeds after
changing a tire since the tire sur-
face must first be
“broken in ” for it
to develop its optimal characteris-
tics.
Front tire: Size:
70/90-17M/C 38
P
Manufacturer/model:IRC/NF63B
DUNLOP/ D 102 FA
Rear tire:
Size:80/90-17M/C 44P
Manufacturer/model:
IRC/NR78Y
DUNLOP/ D 102 A
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EAU37910
Checking the brake lever free
play There should be no free play at the
brake lever end. If there is free play,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
brake system.
WARNING
EWA14210
A soft or spongy feeling in the brake
lever can indicate the presence of air
in the hydraulic system. If there is air
in the hydraulic system, have a
Yamaha dealer bleed the system be-
fore operating the motorcycle. Air in
the hydraulic system will diminish
the braking performance, which may
result in loss of control and an acci-dent.
EAU22181
Adjusting the brake pedal free
play The brake pedal free play should mea-
sure 25.0–35.0 mm (0.98–1.38 in) at
the brake pedal end as shown. Period-
ically check the brake pedal free play
and, if necessary, adjust it as follows.
To increase the brake pedal free play,
turn the adjusting nut in direction (a). To
decrease the brake pedal free play,
turn the adjusting nut in direction (b).
WARNING
EWA10680
After adjusting the drive chain
slack or removing and installing
the rear wheel, always check the
brake pedal free play.
If proper adjustment cannot be
obtained as described, have a
Yamaha dealer make this ad-
justment.
After adjusting the brake pedal
free play, check the operation ofthe brake light.
1. Brake pedal free play
1. Brake pedal free play adjusting nut
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EAU22270
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 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).
EAU22380
Checking the front brake pads
and rear brake shoes The front brake pads and the rear brake
shoes must be checked for wear at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
EAU22430
Front brake pads
Each front brake pad is provided with
wear indicator grooves, which allow
you to check the brake pad wear with-
out having to disassemble the brake.
To check the brake pad wear, check
the wear indicator grooves. If a brake
pad has worn to the point that the wearindicator grooves have almost disap-
peared, have a Yamaha dealer replace
the brake pads as a set.
EAU22540
Rear brake shoes
The rear brake is provided with a wear
indicator, which allows you to check the
brake shoe wear without having to dis-
assemble the brake. To check the
brake shoe wear, check the position of
the wear indicator while applying the
brake. If a brake shoe has worn to the
point that the wear indicator reaches
the wear limit line, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the brake shoes as a
set.
1. Rear brake light switch
2. Rear brake light switch adjusting nut
1. Brake pad wear indicator groove
1. Brake shoe wear limit line
2. Brake shoe wear indicator
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EAU37001
Checking the front brake fluid
level Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to
enter the brake system, possibly caus-
ing it to become ineffective.
Before riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark and
replenish if necessary. A low brake fluid
level may indicate worn brake pads
and/or brake system leakage. If the
brake fluid level is low, be sure to check
the brake pads for wear and the brake
system for leakage.
Observe these precautions:
When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the mas-
ter cylinder is level by turning the
handlebars.
Use only the recommended quality
brake fluid, otherwise the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor braking perfor-
mance.
NOTE:If DOT 4 is not available, DOT 3 can beused.
Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performance.
Be careful that water does not en-
ter the master cylinder when refill-
ing. Water will significantly lower
the boiling point of the fluid and
may result in vapor lock.
Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to grad-
ually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
1. Minimum level mark
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
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EAU22720
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 addition,
have the oil seals of the brake master
cylinder and caliper as well as the
brake hose replaced at the intervals
listed below or whenever they are dam-
aged or leaking.
Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
Brake hose: Replace every four
years.
EAU22760
Drive chain slack The drive chain slack should be
checked before each ride and adjusted
if necessary.
EAU22791
To check the drive chain slack
1. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand.
2. Shift the transmission into the neu-
tral position.
3. Spin the rear wheel several times
to locate the tightest portion of the
drive chain.
4. Measure the drive chain slack as
shown.5. If the drive chain slack is incorrect,
adjust it as follows.
EAU37691
To adjust the drive chain slack
1. Loosen the brake pedal free play
adjusting nut and the brake torque
rod nut.
2. Loosen the axle nut, then loosen
the locknut at each end of the
swingarm.
3. To tighten the drive chain, turn the
adjusting nut at each end of the
swingarm in direction (a). To loos-
1. Drive chain slack
Drive chain slack:
25.0–35.0 mm (0.98–1.38 in)
1. Brake pedal free play adjusting nut
2. Brake torque rod nut
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