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8Replacement of brake components requires
professional knowledge. These procedures
should be performed by a Yamaha dealer.EBU29071Adjusting the brake pedal free play The brake pedal free play must be adjusted at the
intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.TIPAlways perform this maintenance completely in
the following order whenever adjusting the rear
brake.Before adjusting the brake pedal free play,check the rear brake pads for wear.
The brake pedal free play should measure 0.0–5.0
mm (0.00–0.20 in) as shown. If the free play is in-
correct, adjust it as follows.1. Remove panel H. (See page 8-8.)
2. Loosen the locknut.
3. Turn the brake pedal free play adjusting nut in
direction (a) to increase the free play, and in
direction (b) to decrease it.
1. Brake pedal free play
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