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73. Insert the wheel axle from the
right-hand side, and then install
the washer and the axle nut.
4. Lower the front wheel so that it is
on the ground, and then put the
sidestand down.
5. Tighten the axle nut to the speci-
fied torque.
6. Adjust the brake lever free play.
(See page 7-18.)7. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebar
several times to check for proper
fork operation.
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Rear wheel
EAU41644
To remove the rear wheel
WARNING
EWA10821
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of it
falling over.1. Disconnect the brake torque rod
from the brake shoe plate by re-
moving the cotter pin, the nut and
the bolt.
1. Slot
2. RetainerTightening torque:
Axle nut:
35 Nm (3.5 m·kgf, 25 ft·lbf)
21
1. Brake torque rod
2. Cotter pin
3. Brake torque rod bolt and nut
4. Brake shoe plate
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74. Lower the rear wheel so that it is
on the ground, and then put the
sidestand down.
5. Install the brake rod onto the brake
camshaft lever, and then install the
brake pedal free play adjusting nut
onto the brake rod.
6. Connect the brake torque rod to
the brake shoe plate by installing
the bolt and nut, and then tighten
the nut to the specified torque.
7. Insert a new cotter pin.
8. Adjust the drive chain slack. (See
page 7-21.)
9. Tighten the axle nut to the speci-
fied torque.
10. Adjust the brake pedal free play.
(See page 7-19.)
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Troubleshooting Although Yamaha motorcycles receive
a thorough inspection before shipment
from the factory, trouble may occur dur-
ing operation. Any problem in the fuel,
compression, or ignition systems, for
example, can cause poor starting and
loss of power.
The following troubleshooting chart
represents a quick and easy procedure
for checking these vital systems your-
self. However, should your motorcycle
require any repair, take it to a Yamaha
dealer, whose skilled technicians have
the necessary tools, experience, and
know-how to service the motorcycle
properly.
Use only genuine Yamaha replace-
ment parts. Imitation parts may look like
Yamaha parts, but they are often inferi-
or, have a shorter service life and can
lead to expensive repair bills.
WARNING
EWA15141
When checking the fuel system, do
not smoke, and make sure there are
no open flames or sparks in the ar-
ea, including pilot lights from waterheaters or furnaces. Gasoline or
gasoline vapors can ignite or ex-
plode, causing severe injury or
property damage.
Tightening torque:
Brake torque rod nut:
26 Nm (2.6 m·kgf, 19 ft·lbf)
Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
60 Nm (6.0 m·kgf, 43 ft·lbf)
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