The valve clearance changes with use, resulting in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. To prevent this from occurring, the valve clearance must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
Adjusting the throttle cable free play
TiresFor your safety - pre-operation checks
Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe
operating condition. Always follow the inspection
and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner's Manual.
WARNING
Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibility of
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Engine oil and oil filter element
The engine oil level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the oil
must be changed and the oil filter element
replaced at the intervals specified
in the periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
To check the engine oil level
Place the vehicle on a level surface
and hol ...
Checking the primary drive gear
1. Remove:
Primary drive gear
Refer to "BALANCER GEAR" on page 5-53.
2. Check:
Primary drive gear
Damage/wear Replace the
primary drive
gear and clutch housing as a set.
Excessive noise during operation
Replace
the primary drive gear and clutch housing as
a set
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