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6-17
6
EAU39813
Adjusting the brake pedal free
play The brake pedal free play should mea-
sure 20.0–30.0 mm (0.79–1.18 in) at
the brake pedal end as shown. Period-
ically check the brake pedal free play
and, if necessary, adjust it as follows.
To increase the brake pedal free play,
turn the brake pedal free play adjusting
nut at the brake rod in direction (a). To
decrease the brake pedal free play,
turn the adjusting nut in direction (b).
WARNING
EWA10680
●
After adjusting the drive chain
slack or removing and installing
the rear wheel, always check the
brake pedal free play.
●
If proper adjustment cannot be
obtained as described, have a
Yamaha dealer make this ad-
justment.
●
After adjusting the brake pedal
free play, check the operation of
the brake light.
EAU44820
Checking the shift pedal The operation of the shift pedal should
be checked before each ride. If opera-
tion is not smooth, have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle.
1. Brake pedal free play
1
1. Brake pedal free play adjusting nut
(a)(b)
1
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65. Install the check hole cap.
6. If the drive chain slack is incorrect,
adjust it as follows.
EAU55190
To adjust the drive chain slack
Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad-
justing the drive chain slack.
1. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand.
2. Loosen the brake pedal free play
adjusting nut and the brake torque
rod nut.3. Loosen the axle nut, then loosen
the locknut at each end of the
swingarm.4. To tighten the drive chain, turn the
drive chain slack adjusting nut at
each end of the swingarm in direc-
tion (a). To loosen the drive chain,
turn the adjusting nut at each end
of the swingarm in direction (b),
and then push the rear wheel for-
ward. NOTICE: Improper drive
chain slack will overload the en-
gine as well as other vital parts
of the motorcycle and can lead
to chain slippage or breakage.
To prevent this from occurring,
keep the drive chain slack with-
in the specified limits.
[ECA10571]
TIPUsing the alignment marks on each
side of the swingarm, make sure that
both drive chain pullers are in the same
position for proper wheel alignment.
1. Drive chain slackDrive chain slack:
25.0–35.0 mm (0.98–1.38 in)
1
1. Brake pedal free play adjusting nut
2. Brake torque rod nut
1. Axle nut
2. Locknut
1
2
2
1
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6 5. Tighten both locknuts, and then
tighten the axle nut and brake
torque rod nut to their specified
torques.
TIPWhen tightening the axle nut, hold the
wheel axle with a wrench to keep it from
turning.6. Adjust the brake pedal free play.
(See page 6-17.) WARNING! Af-
ter adjusting the brake pedal
free play, check the operation of
the brake light.
[EWA16080]
7. Make sure that the drive chain pull-
ers are in the same position, the
drive chain slack is correct, and
the drive chain moves smoothly.
EAU23016
Cleaning and lubricating the
drive chain The drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrica-
tion chart, otherwise it will quickly wear
out, especially when riding in dusty or
wet areas. Service the drive chain as
follows.NOTICE
ECA10583
The drive chain must be lubricated
after washing the motorcycle, riding
in the rain or riding in wet areas.1. Remove all dirt and mud from the
drive chain with a brush or cloth.TIPFor a thorough cleaning, have a
Yamaha dealer remove the drive chain
and soak it in solvent.2. Spray Yamaha Chain and Cable
Lube or a high-quality spray-type
drive chain lubricant on the entire
chain, making sure that all side
plates and rollers have been suffi-
ciently oiled.
1. Alignment marks
2. Drive chain slack adjusting nut
3. Drive chain pullerTightening torques:
Locknut:
7 Nm (0.7 m·kgf, 5.1 ft·lbf)
Axle nut:
60 Nm (6.0 m·kgf, 43 ft·lbf)
Brake torque rod nut:
19 Nm (1.9 m·kgf, 14 ft·lbf)13
2
(a)
(b)
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6
EAU45511
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.
EAU23291
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.
EAU47812
Battery The battery is located under the seat.
(See page 3-8.)
This model is equipped with a VRLA
(Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery.
There is no need to check the electro-
lyte or to add distilled water. However,
the battery lead connections need to be
checked and, if necessary, tightened.
WARNING
EWA10760
●
Electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous since it contains sul-
furic acid, which causes severe
burns. Avoid any contact with
skin, eyes or clothing and al-
ways shield your eyes when
working near batteries. In case
of contact, administer the fol-
lowing FIRST AID.
EXTERNAL: Flush with plenty
of water.
INTERNAL: Drink large quan-
tities of water or milk and im-
mediately call a physician.
EYES: Flush with water for 15
minutes and seek prompt
medical attention.
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6
EAU24360
Front wheel
EAU55220
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. Remove the rubber cap, and then
loosen the wheel axle nut.
3. Disconnect the speedometer ca-
ble from the front wheel.4. Remove the wheel axle nut and
the washer.
5. Pull the wheel axle out, and then
remove the wheel. NOTICE: Do
not apply the brake after the
wheel has been removed to-gether with the brake disc, oth-
erwise the brake pads will be
forced shut.
[ECA11071]
EAU55200
To install the front wheel
1. Install the speedometer gear unit
into the wheel hub so that the pro-
jection on the wheel hub fits in ei-
ther slot of the speedometer gear
unit.
1. Rubber cap
2. Wheel axle nut
12
1. Speedometer cable
1. Wheel axle nut
2. Washer
1
12
1. Wheel axle
1
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6-34
6 2. Lift the wheel up between the fork
legs.
TIPMake sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before insert-
ing the brake disc and that the retainer
in the speedometer gear unit fits over
the slot on the fork leg.
3. Insert the wheel axle, and then in-
stall the washer and the axle nut.
4. Tighten the axle nut to the speci-
fied torque.TIPWhen tightening the axle nut, hold the
wheel axle with a wrench to keep it from
turning.5. Take the motorcycle off the center-
stand.6. While applying the front brake,
push down hard on the handlebars
several times to check if the front
fork compresses and rebounds
smoothly.
7. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand.
8. Install the rubber cap.
9. Connect the speedometer cable.
1. Projection
2. Speedometer gear unit
3. Slot
2
3
1
1. Retainer
2. Slot
Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
39 Nm (3.9 m·kgf, 28 ft·lbf)
2
1
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6
EAU25080
Rear wheel
EAU55240
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. Loosen the wheel axle nut.
3. Remove the drive chain case by
removing the bolts.4. Loosen the locknut and the drive
chain slack adjusting nut on both
ends of the swingarm.5. Disconnect the brake torque rod
from the brake shoe plate by re-
moving the cotter pin, the nut, the
washer and the bolt.
6. Remove the brake pedal free play
adjusting nut, and then disconnect
the brake rod from the brake cam-
shaft lever.1. Wheel axle nut
1
1. Drive chain case
2. Bolt
1. Locknut
2. Drive chain slack adjusting nut
1
2
2
1
2
1. Brake torque rod
2. Cotter pin
3. Brake torque rod nut and bolt
4. Washer
1
2
4
3
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6 7. Remove the axle nut and the
washer, and then pull the wheel
axle out.8. Push the wheel forward, and then
remove the drive chain from the
rear sprocket.
TIPThe drive chain does not need to be
disassembled in order to remove and
install the wheel.9. Remove the wheel.
EAU47702
To install the rear wheel
1. Install the wheel by inserting the
wheel axle from the left-hand side.
2. Install the drive chain onto the rear
sprocket.
3. Install the washer and the axle nut.
4. Install the brake rod onto the brake
camshaft lever, and then install the
brake pedal free play adjusting nut
onto the brake rod.
5. Connect the brake torque rod to
the brake shoe plate by installing
the bolt, the washer and the nut.
6. Adjust the drive chain slack. (See
page 6-20.)
7. Tighten the brake torque rod nut
and axle nut to the specified
torques.
TIPWhen tightening the axle nut, hold the
wheel axle with a wrench to keep it from
turning.8. Insert a new cotter pin.
9. Adjust the brake pedal free play.
(See page 6-17.) WARNING! Af-
ter adjusting the brake pedal
free play, check the operation of
the brake light.
[EWA16080]
10. Install the drive chain case by in-
stalling the bolts.
1. Washer
2. Axle nut
3. Brake rod
4. Brake pedal free play adjusting nut
5. Brake camshaft lever
1. Wheel axle4
5
1
2
3
1
Tightening torques:
Brake torque rod nut:
19 Nm (1.9 m·kgf, 14 ft·lbf)
Axle nut:
60 Nm (6.0 m·kgf, 43 ft·lbf)
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