2018 YAMAHA YFM700R brake fluid

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EBU29832Rear brake pads
Each brake pad is provided with wear indicator
grooves, which allow you to check the brake pad
wear without having to disassemble the brake. To
check the brake pad wear, check the wear indica-
tor grooves. If a brake pad has worn to the point
that the wear indicator grooves have almost dis-
appeared, have a Yamaha dealer replace the
brake pads as a set.
EBU26829Checking the brake fluid levelBefore riding, check that the brake fluid is above
the minimum level mark. Check the brake fluid lev-
el with the top of the reservoir level. Replenish the
brake fluid if necessary.
Front brake (YFM70RSBJ)
1. Wear indicator groove
1
1. Minimum level mark
1
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Rear brake
TIPTo check the rear brake fluid level, remove the
seat. (See page 4-11.) To access the rear brake fluid reservoir for replen-
ishing:
1. Remove the bolt and quick fastener screw.
2. Pull the cowling slightly outward as shown.
1. Minimum level mark
1. Minimum level mark
11
1. Quick fastener screw
2. Bolt
1
2
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3. After replenishing, place the cowling in the
original position, and then install the bolt and
quick fastener screw.
WARNING
EWB02721Improper maintenance can result in loss of
braking ability. Observe these precautions: 
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to enter
the brake system, reducing braking perfor-
mance.
 Clean the filler cap before removing. Use
only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed contain-
er.
 Use only the specified brake fluid; otherwise,
the rubber seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage.
 Refill with the same type of brake fluid. Add-
ing a brake fluid other than DOT 4 may result
in a harmful chemical reaction.
 Be careful that water does not enter the
brake fluid reservoir when refilling. Water will
significantly lower the boiling point of the flu-
id and may result in vapor lock.
NOTICEECB01161Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces or
plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid im-
mediately. As the brake pads wear, it is normal for the brake
fluid level to gradually go down. A low brake fluid
level may indicate worn brake pads and/or brake
system leakage; therefore, be sure to check the
1. Cowling
2. Brake fluid reservoir capSpecified brake fluid:
DOT 4
1
2
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8brake pads for wear and the brake system for
leakage. If the brake fluid level goes down sud-
denly, have a Yamaha dealer check the cause be-
fore further riding.
EBU24293Changing the brake fluidHave a Yamaha dealer change the brake fluid at
the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. In addition, have the oil seals
of the master cylinders and calipers as well as the
brake hoses replaced at the intervals listed below
or whenever they are damaged or leaking.

Oil seals: Replace every two years.
 Brake hoses: Replace every four years.
EBU24396Checking the front brake lever free
playThere should be no free play at the brake lever
end. If there is free play, have a Yamaha dealer in-
spect the brake system.1. No brake lever free play
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Gear ratio:1st:
38/13 (2.923)
2nd: 28/14 (2.000)
3rd: 25/17 (1.471)
4th:
25/22 (1.136)
5th: 22/24 (0.917)
Reverse gear: 24/13 × 29/12 (4.462)Chassis:Frame type:
Aluminum die-cast and steel tube frame
Caster angle: 5.00 °
Trail:
22.0 mm (0.87 in)Front tire:Type:Tubeless
Size:
AT22 x 7-10
Manufacturer/model: MAXXIS/MS13 BiasRear tire:Type:
Tubeless
Size: AT20 x 10-9 Manufacturer/model:
MAXXIS/M976Y Bias
Loading:Maximum loading limit:
100.0 kg (220 lb)
(Total weight of rider, cargo, accessories, and tongue)Tire air pressure (measured on cold tires):Recommended:Front:
27.5 kPa (0.275 kgf/cm², 4.0 psi)
Rear: 27.5 kPa (0.275 kgf/cm², 4.0 psi)
Minimum: Front:24.5 kPa (0.245 kgf/cm², 3.6 psi)
Rear: 24.5 kPa (0.245 kgf/cm², 3.6 psi)Front wheel:Rim size:10 x 5.5ATRear wheel:Rim size:
9 x 8.0ATFront brake:Type:Disc brake
Operation:
Right hand operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4
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Rear brake:Type:Disc brake
Operation:
Right foot operation
Specified brake fluid: DOT 4Front suspension:Type:
Double wishbone
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel: 230 mm (9.1 in)Rear suspension:Type:Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber type: Coil spring/gas-oil damper
Wheel travel:
256 mm (10.1 in)Electrical system:Ignition system:TCI
Charging system:
AC magnetoBattery:Model:GT9B-4
Voltage, capacity:
12 V, 8.0 Ah
Headlight(s):Bulb type:Krypton bulbBulb voltage, wattage × quantity:Headlight:
12 V, 30.0/30.0 W × 2
Tail/brake light: LED
Neutral indicator light:
LED
Fuel level warning light: LED
Reverse indicator light: LED
Coolant temperature warning light:
LED
Engine trouble warning light: LEDFuses:Main fuse:
30.0 A
Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A
Headlight fuse: 10.0 A
Signaling system fuse:
10.0 A
Ignition fuse: 10.0 A
Radiator fan motor fuse: 20.0 A
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-6
Air filter element, cleaning ............................................ 8-22BBattery .......................................................................... 8-46
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ...... 8-42
Brake fluid, changing ...................................................8-34
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 8-31
Brake lever ..................................................................... 4-6
Brake lever free play, checking the front ..................... 8-34
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-37
Brake pads, checking the front and rear ..................... 8-30
Brake pedal .................................................................... 4-7
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-42
Brake pedal height, checking ...................................... 8-35
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-30
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-4CCables, checking and lubricating ................................. 8-41
Chassis fasteners ........................................................... 5-7
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Clutch lever .................................................................... 4-5
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ................................... 8-37
Coolant ................................................................. 5-4, 8-18
Coolant temperature warning light ................................. 4-2DDrive chain ..................................................................... 5-5
Drive chain, lubricating ................................................ 8-41
Drive chain slack .......................................................... 8-39
EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-5
Engine idling speed ...................................................... 8-28
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter element .................................... 8-13
Engine, start ................................................................... 6-1
Engine stop switch ......................................................... 4-3
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 4-2FFuel ........................................................................ 4-9, 5-4
Fuel level warning light ................................................... 4-2
Fuel tank cap ................................................................. 4-9
Fuses, replacing ........................................................... 8-50HHandlebar switches ....................................................... 4-3
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-53
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 8-51IIdentification numbers ................................................. 11-1
Indicator lights and warning lights ................................. 4-1
Instruments, lights and switches ................................... 5-7LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch .................................................................... 4-4MMain switch .................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance and lubrication chart ................................ 8-5
Maintenance chart, emission control system ................ 8-3
Model label .................................................................. 11-1
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