2012 YAMAHA TMAX Owners Manual

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WARNING
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Never overload your vehicle. Opera-
tion of an overloaded vehicle couldcause an accident.Tire inspection
The tires must be check

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9characteristics of the vehicle
may be different, which could
lead to an accident.

Always make sure that the valve
caps are securely install

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Checking the front and rear 
brake lever free play Front
Rear
There should be no free play at thebrake lever ends. If there is free play

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Adjusting the rear brake lock 
cable Rear brake lock cable adjustment may
be required if the rear brake lock lever
does not hold prop

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Checking the front and rear 
brake pads Front brake
Rear brake
The front and rear brake pads must bechecked for wear at the intervals sp

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Checking the brake fluid level Before riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark.
Check the brake fluid level

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Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the TIP after the periodic maintenanc

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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-