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Panel wheels
WARNING
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The wheels on this model are not de-
signed for use with tubeless tires.
Do not attempt to use tubeless tires
on this model.
To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motorcy-
cle, note the following points regarding
the specified wheels.
The wheel rims should be checked
for cracks, bends, warpage or
damage before each ride. If any
damage 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 conservatively after changinga tire since the tire must seat itself
on the rim properly. Failure to al-
low proper seating may cause tire
failure, which may result in dam-
age to the motorcycle and injury to
the rider.
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Adjusting the front and rear
brake lever free play
Front
Rear
The front and rear brake lever free play
1. Front brake lever free play
1. Rear brake lever free play
1
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should be measured at the positions as
shown.
Periodically check the front and rear
brake lever free play and, if necessary,
adjust them as follows.
To increase the brake lever free play,
turn the adjusting nut at the brake shoe
plate in direction (a). To decrease the
brake lever free play, turn the adjusting
nut in direction (b).
FrontRear
WARNING
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If proper adjustment cannot be ob-
tained as described, have a Yamaha
dealer make this adjustment.
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Checking the front and rear
brake shoes
The front and rear brake shoes must be
checked for wear at the intervals spec-
ified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
TIP
The wheels must be removed to check
brake shoe lining thickness.
To remove the front wheel: See
page 7-18.
To remove the rear wheel: See
page 7-20.
Front
Front brake lever free play:
10.0–20.0 mm (0.39–0.79 in)
Rear brake lever free play:
10.0–20.0 mm (0.39–0.79 in)
1. Brake lever free play adjusting nut
1
(a)
(b)
1. Brake lever free play adjusting nut1
(a)(b)
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If the lining thickness of a brake shoe is
less than 1.5 mm (0.06 in), have a
Yamaha dealer replace the brake
shoes as a set.
TIP
Be sure to measure the brake lining at
the thinnest portion.
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Checking and lubricating the
cables
The operation of all control cables and
the condition of the cables should be
checked before each ride, and the ca-
bles and cable ends should be lubricat-
ed if necessary. If a cable is damaged
or does not move smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer check or replace it.
WARNING! Damage to the outer
housing of cables may result in in-
ternal rusting and cause interfer-
ence with cable movement. Replace
damaged cables as soon as possi-
ble to prevent unsafe condi-
tions.
[EWA10711]
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Checking and lubricating the
throttle grip and cable
The operation of the throttle grip should
be checked before each ride. In addi-
tion, the cable should be lubricated at
the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance chart.
Recommended lubricant:
Yamaha Chain and Cable Lube or
4-stroke engine oil
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Adjusting the Autolube pump
The Autolube pump is a vital and so-
phisticated component of the engine,
which must be adjusted by a Yamaha
dealer at the intervals specified in the
periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
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Lubricating the front and rear
brake levers
The pivoting points of the front and rear
brake levers must be lubricated at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
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Checking and lubricating the
centerstand
The operation of the centerstand
should be checked before each ride,
and the pivots and metal-to-metal con-
tact surfaces should be lubricated if
necessary.
WARNING
EWA11301
If the centerstand does not move up
and down smoothly, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair it. Otherwise,
the centerstand could contact the
ground and distract the operator, re-
sulting in a possible loss of control.
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
Recommended lubricant:
Lithium-soap-based grease
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Checking the front fork
The condition and operation of the front
fork must be checked as follows at the
intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
To check the condition
Check the inner tubes for scratches
and damage.
To check the operation
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
WARNING! To avoid injury,
securely support the vehicle so
there is no danger of it falling
over.
[EWA10751]
2. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
NOTICE
ECA10590
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 steering
Worn or loose steering bearings may
cause danger. Therefore, the operation
of the steering must be checked as fol-
lows at the intervals specified in the pe-
riodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
1. Place the vehicle on the center-
stand.
WARNING! To avoid inju-
ry, securely support the vehicle
so there is no danger of it falling
over.
[EWA10751]
2. Hold the lower ends of the front
fork legs and try to move them for-
ward and backward. If any free
play can be felt, have a Yamaha
dealer check or repair the steering.
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Checking the wheel bearings
The front and rear wheel bearings must
be checked at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart. If there is play in the wheel
hub or if the wheel does not turn
smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check
the wheel bearings.
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Front wheel
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To remove the front wheel
WARNING
EWA10821
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of it
falling over.
1. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand.
2. Disconnect the brake cable at the
wheel by removing the brake lever
free play adjusting nut, then re-
moving the cable from the brake
camshaft lever and brake shoe
plate.3. Remove the axle nut and washer.
4. Pull the wheel axle out, and then
remove the wheel.
1. Brake lever free play adjusting nut
2. Brake camshaft lever
3. Washer
4. Axle nut
5. Brake cable
5
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To install the front wheel
1. Install the brake shoe plate into the
wheel hub as shown.
2. Lift the wheel up between the fork
legs.
TIP
Make sure that the slot in the brake
shoe plate fits over the retainer on the
fork leg.
3. Insert the wheel axle from the right
side.
4. Install the washer and axle nut,
and then tighten the axle nut to the
specified torque.
5. Connect the brake cable at the
wheel hub, and then install the
brake cable free play adjusting nut.6. Adjust the brake lever free play.
(See page 7-13.)
7. Take the motorcycle off the center-
stand so that the front wheel is on
the ground.
8. Push down hard on the handlebar
several times to check for proper
fork operation.
1. Wheel axle
1
1. Retainer
Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
40 Nm (4.0 m·kgf, 28.9 ft·lbf)
1
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Rear wheel
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To remove the rear wheel
WARNING
EWA10821
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of it
falling over.
1. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand.
2. Remove the seat. (See page 4-7.)
3. Remove the muffler bolt and
washers.
WARNING! Always let
the exhaust system cool prior to
touching exhaust compo-
nents.
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4. Slide the spring clamp down, and
then remove the muffler.5. Remove the exhaust chamber bolt
and washers.6. Remove the exhaust manifold
bolts, and then remove the ex-
haust chamber.
1. Muffler
2. Washer
3. Muffler bolt
4. Spring clamp
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2. Exhaust chamber bolt
3. Washer
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