The front and rear wheel bearings must be checked at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication 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.
Checking the steering
BatteryReplacing the rear brake pads
NOTE:
When replacing the brake pads, it is not necessary
to disconnect the brake hose or disassemble
the brake caliper.
1. Remove:
Brake pads
Brake pad spring
NOTE:
To remove the inner brake pad "1", push down
on the brake caliper bracket so that there is
space to remove the brake pa ...
Cable routing
Front brake light switch lead
Right handlebar switch lead
Throttle cable
Main switch
Clutch cable
Clutch switch lead
Left handlebar switch lead
Sub-wire harness
Horn
Speed sensor lead
Front brake hose
Main switch lead
Left headlight assembly lead
Right headlight asse ...
Checking the rear brake caliper
1. Check:
Brake caliper piston "1"
Rust/scratches/wear Replace the
brake
caliper piston.
Brake caliper cylinder "2"
Scratches/wear Replace the
brake caliper
assembly.
Brake caliper body "3"
Cracks/damage Replace the
brake caliper
assembly.
Brake fluid deli ...