1. Check:
2. Check:
Tighten the
Loose or open holder
Fasten
properly.

3. Hold the vehicle upright and apply the rear brake several times.
4. Check:
Brake hoses
Brake fluid leakage
Replace the
damaged
hose.
Refer to "REAR BRAKE" on page 4-28.
Checking the front brake hose
Bleeding the hydraulic brake systemAdjusting the brake pedal free play
Adjusting the brake pedal free play
Brake pedal free play
The brake pedal free play should measure
3.5-4.5 mm (0.14-0.18 in) as
shown. Periodically check the brake
pedal free play and, if necessary, have
a Yamaha dealer adjust it.
WARNING
An incorrect brake pedal free play
in ...
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 spark plug
The spark plug is an important engine
component, which is easy to check.
Since heat and deposits will cause any
spark plug to slowly erode, the spark
plug should be removed and checked
in accordance with the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart. In addition,
the condition of the ...