Operation Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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Checking the front and rear
brake lever free play
The brake lever free play should mea-
sure 10.0–20.0 mm (0.39–0.79 in) as
shown. Periodically check the brake le-
ver free play and, if necessary, have a
Yamaha dealer check the brake sys-
tem.
WARNING
EWA10641
An incorrect brake lever free play in-
dicates a hazardous condition in the
brake system. Do not operate the ve-
hicle until the brake system has
been checked or repaired by a
Yamaha dealer.
EAU22390
Checking the front and rear
brake pads
The front and rear brake pads must be
checked for wear at the intervals spec-
ified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
EAU22400
Front brake pads
Check each front brake pad for dam-
age and measure the lining thickness. If
a brake pad is damaged or if the lining
thickness is less than 2 mm (0.08 in),
have a Yamaha dealer replace the
brake pads as a set.
1. Front brake lever free play
1. Rear brake lever free play
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ZAUM0107
1
ZAUM0108
1. Lining thickness
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ZAUM0058
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