2008 YAMAHA BANSHEE 350 Owners Manual

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tion chart.
NOTE:


A diagnostic tachometer is needed to make this
adjustment.

The carburetor synchronization and the throttle
cable free play must be checked, and adjusted if
necessary, before adjusting the engine idling
speed.
1. Start the engine and warm it up.
NOTE:

The engine is warm when it quickly responds to the
throttle.
2. Attach the tachometer to the spark plug lead.
3. Turn in both pilot air screws until they lightly
seat.
4. Turn out both pilot air screws to specification.
(See the “Changing the carburetor settings”
section on the page 8-22.)5. Remove the seat. (See page 4-11.)
6. Check the engine idling speed and, if neces-
sary, adjust it to specification by turning the
throttle stop screws at the carburetors. To in-
crease the engine idling speed, turn the throt-
tle stop screws in direction (a), and to
decrease it, turn the screws in direction (b).
1. Pilot air screw
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CAUTION:

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The throttle stop screws were preset at the
factory. When adjusting the idling speed,
turn both throttle stop screws the same
amount, otherwise the carburetor synchroni-
zation will be incorrect.

Adjusting the pilot air screws and the idling
speed are separate procedures, but they
must be adjusted at the same time to achieve
optimum engine performance.
NOTE:

If the specified idling speed cannot be obtained as
described above, have a Yamaha dealer make the
adjustment.
7. Install the seat.
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Adjusting the throttle cable free play
The throttle cable free play should be checked
and, if necessary, adjusted at the intervals speci-
fied in the periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
The throttle cable free play should measure 4.0–
6.0 mm (0.16–0.24 in) at the throttle lever. Period-
ically check the throttle cable free play and, if nec-
essary, adjust it as follows.
NOTE:

The engine idling speed must be checked, and ad-
justed if necessary, before adjusting the throttle ca-
ble free play.
1. Loosen the locknut.
2. To increase the throttle cable free play, turn
the adjusting bolt in direction (a). To decrease
1. Throttle stop screw
Engine idling speed:
1450–1550 r/min
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(b)
(a)
(a)
(b)

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the throttle cable free play, turn the adjusting
bolt in direction (b).
3. Tighten the locknut.
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Checking the front and rear brake pads
The front and rear brake pads must be checked for
wear at the intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
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Front brake pads
Each brake pad is provided with a wear indicator,
which allows you to check the brake pad wear
without having to disassemble the brake. To check
the brake pad wear, check the position of the wear
indicator while applying the brake. If a brake pad
has worn to the point that the wear indicator almost
touches the brake disc, have a Yamaha dealer re-
place the brake pads as a set.
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Rear brake pads
Each brake pad is provided with a wear indicator,
which allows you to check the brake pad wear
1. Throttle lever free play adjusting bolt
2. Locknut
3. Throttle cable free play
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1. Wear indicator
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without having to disassemble the brake. To check
the brake pad wear, check the position of the wear
indicator while applying the brake. If a brake pad
has worn to the point that the wear indicator almost
touches the brake disc, have a Yamaha dealer re-
place the brake pads as a set.
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Checking the brake fluid level
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to enter the
brake system, possibly causing it to become inef-
fective.
Before riding, check that the brake fluid is above
the minimum level mark and replenish if neces-sary. 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.
Front brake
1. Wear indicator
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1. Minimum level mark
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Rear brake

Observe these precautions:

When checking the fluid level, make sure that
the top of the brake fluid reservoir is level.

Use only the recommended quality brake fluid,
otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate,
causing leakage and poor braking performance.

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 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 imme-
diately.

As the brake pads wear, it is normal 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 peri-
odic maintenance 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 dam-
aged or leaking.

Oil seals: Replace every two years.

Brake hoses: Replace every four years.
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Checking the front brake lever free play
The brake lever free play must be checked at the
1. Minimum level mark
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
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intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. The brake lever should have a
free play of zero mm (zero in) as shown. If the free
play is incorrect, have a Yamaha dealer check the
brake system.
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Operating with improperly serviced or adjust-
ed brakes could cause loss of braking ability,
which could lead to an accident.
After servicing:

Make sure the brakes operate smoothly and
that the free play is correct.

Make sure the brakes do not drag.

Make sure the brakes are not spongy. All air
must be bled from the brake system.
Replacement of brake components requires
professional knowledge. These procedures
should be performed by a Yamaha dealer.
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Checking the brake pedal position
The brake pedal position must be checked and, if
necessary, adjusted at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
The top of the brake pedal should be positioned
10.0 mm (0.39 in) below the top of the footrest as
shown. If the brake pedal is not positioned as spec-
ified, have a Yamaha dealer adjust it.
1. Brake lever free play
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WARNING

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Operating with improperly serviced or adjust-
ed brakes could cause loss of braking ability,
which could lead to an accident.
After servicing:

Make sure the brakes operate smoothly and
that the brake pedal position is correct.

Make sure the brakes do not drag.

Make sure the brakes are not spongy. All air
must be bled from the brake system.
Replacement of brake components requires
professional knowledge. These procedures
should be performed by a Yamaha dealer.
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Adjusting the parking brake free play
The parking brake free play must be checked and,
if necessary, adjusted at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
Cable length “A” should measure 46–50 mm
(1.81–1.97 in). Adjust the parking brake free play
as follows.
1. Release the parking brake.
2. Fully loosen the locknut and the adjusting bolt
at the clutch lever.
1. Brake pedal position
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1. Cable length “A”
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3. Loosen the locknut and the adjusting bolt at
the rear brake caliper.
4. Turn the adjusting bolt at the clutch lever in di-
rection (a) to increase the cable length, and in
direction (b) to decrease it.
NOTE:

If the cable length cannot be adjusted to specifica-
tion, consult a Yamaha dealer.
5. Tighten the locknut at the clutch lever.
6. Turn in the adjusting bolt at the rear brake cal-
iper by hand until it feels tight, then turn it out1/8 turn and tighten its locknut to the specified
torque.CAUTION:
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When tightening the locknut, hold the adjust-
ing bolt with a wrench so that it does not turn
together with the locknut.
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting bolt
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(a)
(b)

1. Adjusting bolt
2. Locknut
Tightening torque:
Locknut (rear brake caliper):
16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf, 11 ft·lbf)
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