Operation Manual

FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

4-2

Rear brake

• Check operation.

• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.

• Check brake pads for wear.

• Replace if necessary.

• Check fluid level in reservoir.

• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.

• Check hydraulic system for leakage.

6-14, 6-14, 6-15

Throttle grip

• Make sure that operation is smooth.

• Check cable free play.

• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate cable and

grip housing.

6-11, 6-16

Wheels and tires

• Check for damage.

• Check tire condition and tread depth.

• Check air pressure.

• Correct if necessary.

6-12, 6-13

Brake levers

• Make sure that operation is smooth.

• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary.

6-16

Centerstand

• Make sure that operation is smooth.

• Lubricate pivot if necessary.

6-17

Chassis fasteners

• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.

• Tighten if necessary.

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Instruments, lights, signals

and switches

• Check operation.

• Correct if necessary.

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Battery

• Check fluid level.

• Fill with distilled water if necessary.

6-19

ITEM CHECKS PAGE

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