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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.5. Take the motorcycle off the center-stand, and then put the sidestand
down.
6. Tighten the axle nut, then the lock- nuts to the specified torques. 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.
EAU23025
Cleaning and l ubricating 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. Clean the drive chain with kero-
sene and a small soft brush.
NOTICE: To prevent damaging
the O-rings, do not clean the
drive chain with steam cleaners,
high-pressure washers or inap-
propriate solvents.
[ECA11121]
2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a special O-ring chain
lubricant. NOTICE: Do not use
engine oil or any other lubri-
cants for the drive chain, as they
1. Locknut
2. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt
3. Axle nut
4. Alignment marks
5. Drive chain puller
Tightening torques: Axle nut:
150 Nm (15 m·kgf, 108 ft·lbf)
Locknut:
16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf, 12 ft·lbf)
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3. Remove the brake hose holder on
each side by removing the bolt.
4. Remove the brake caliper on each side by removing the bolts.
NOTICE: Do not apply the brake
after the brake calipers have
been removed, otherwise the
brake pads will be forced shut.
[ECA11051]
5. Pull the wheel axle out, and then remove the wheel.
EAU33662
To install the front wheel1. Lift the wheel up between the fork legs. 2. Insert the wheel axle.
3. Install the brake calipers by install-
ing the bolts.
TIPMake sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before install-
ing the brake calipers onto the brake
discs.4. Install the brake hose holders byinstalling the bolts.
5. Take the motorcycle off the center- stand so that the front wheel is on
the ground, and then put the side-
stand down.
6. Tighten the wheel axle, the front wheel axle pinch bolt, the brake
caliper bolts and the brake hose
holder bolts to the specified
torques. 7. Push down hard on the handlebar
several times to check for proper
fork operation.
1. Brake caliper bolt
2. Brake hose holder
3. Brake caliper
4. Bolt
Tightening torques:Wheel axle:72 Nm (7.2 m·kgf, 52 ft·lbf)
Front wheel axle pinch bolt:
20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14 ft·lbf)
Brake caliper bolt: 40 Nm (4.0 m·kgf, 29 ft·lbf)
Brake hose holder bolt: 10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
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EAU25080
Rear wheel
EAU25162
To remove the rear wheel
WARNING
EWA10821
To avoid injury, securely support the
vehicle so there is no danger of it
falling over.1. Loosen the axle nut and the brakecaliper bolts.
2. Disconnect the brake torque rod from the brake caliper bracket by
removing the nut and the bolt. 3. Place the motorcycle on the cen-
terstand.
4. Remove the axle nut and the brake caliper by removing the bolts.
NOTICE: Do not apply the brake
after the brake caliper has been
removed, otherwise the brake
pads will be forced shut.
[ECA11301]
5. Loosen the locknuts, and then turn the drive chain slack adjusting bolt
on each side of the swingarm fully
in direction (a). 6. 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 rear wheel.7. While supporting the wheel andthe brake caliper bracket, pull the
wheel axle out.
8. Remove the brake caliper bracket and the wheel.
1. Axle nut
2. Brake caliper bolt
1 2
1. Brake caliper
2. Brake caliper bracket
3. Brake torque rod
4. Bolt
5. Nut
3
5
4
12
1. Wheel axle
2. Drive chain slack adjusting bolt
3. Locknut
123
(a)
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EAU25843
To install the rear wheel1. Place the wheel and the brake cal- iper bracket in the original position.
2. Insert the wheel axle through the brake caliper bracket and wheel
from the right-hand side, and then
install the axle nut.
3. Install the drive chain onto the rear sprocket.
4. Connect the brake torque rod to the brake caliper bracket by install-
ing the bolt and the nut.
5. Install the brake caliper by install- ing the bolts.TIPMake sure that there is enough space
between the brake pads before install-
ing the brake caliper onto the brake
disc.6. Adjust the drive chain slack. (Seepage 6-22.)
7. Take the motorcycle off the center- stand, and then put the sidestand
down.
8. Tighten the axle nut, brake caliper bolts and brake torque rod nut to
the specified torques.
EAU25851
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 water
Tightening torques:Axle nut:
150 Nm (15 m·kgf, 108 ft·lbf)
Brake caliper bolt:
40 Nm (4.0 m·kgf, 29 ft·lbf)
Brake torque rod nut: 23 Nm (2.3 m·kgf, 17 ft·lbf)
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