brake YAMAHA T105 1998 User Guide

Rear brake adjustment
The rear brake pedal free play should be
adjusted to 20~30 mm at the brake pedal
end. Turn the adjuster on the brake rod
clockwise to reduce play or counterclock-
wise to increase play.EUU69800w1. The rear brake pedal adjustment must
be checked whenever the chain is ad-
justed or the rear wheel is removed
and then reinstalled.
2. Check the operation of the brake light
after adjusting the rear brake.
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A. Free play: 20~30 mm1Adjuster
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EAH83301Brake light switch adjustment
The brake light switch is operated by
movement of the brake pedal. To adjust,
hold the main body of the switch so it does
not rotate and turn the adjusting nut.
Proper adjustment is achieved when the
brake light comes on just before the brake
begins to take effect.EAH81601Checking the brake shoes
A wear indicator is provided on each brake.
This indicator allows checking of shoe
wear without disassembling the brake.
Apply the brake and check the position of
the indicator. If the indicator reaches to the
wear limit line, ask a Yamaha dealer to re-
place the shoes.
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1Brake light switch1Wear limit2Indicator
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Drive chain slack adjustment
1. Loosen the rear brake adjuster.
2. Loosen the axle nut.
3. Loosen the sprocket shaft nut and the
axle nut.
4. To tighten the chain, turn the chain ad-
juster clockwise. To loosen the chain,
turn the adjuster counterclockwise and
push the wheel forward. Turn each ad-
juster exactly the same amount to main-
tain correct axle alignment. There are
marks on each side of the swingarm and
a match mark on each chain puller. Use
these marks to align the rear wheel.EUU33301cCToo little chain slack will overload the en-
gine and other vital parts. Keep the slack
within the specified limits.
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1Rear brake adjuster2Axle nut1Axle nut2Sprocket shaft nut
3Chain puller4Chain adjuster
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5. After adjusting, be sure to tighten the
loosened parts.
Tighten the axle nut at specified
torque.
6. Adjust the free play in the brake pedal.
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Tightening torque:
Axle nut:
60 Nm (6.0 m•kg)
Sprocket shaft nut:
80 Nm (8.0 m•kg)
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EAI30601Brake lever and pedal
Lubricate the pivoting parts.EAI30801Center and sidestand
Lubricate the pivoting parts. Check to see
that the center and sidestand move up and
down smoothly.
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Recommended lubricant:
Yamalube 4 or SAE 20W40 motor oilRecommended lubricant:
Yamalube 4 or SAE 20W40 motor oil
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EAH20501Front fork inspectionEUU65700wSecurely support the motorcycle so there
is no danger of it falling over.Operation check
Place the motorcycle on a level place.
a. Hold the motorcycle in an upright po-
sition and apply the front brake.
b. Stroke the front forks up and down
several times.EUU42500cCIf any damage or unsmooth movement is
found with the front fork, consult a
Yamaha dealer.
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EAK00000
CLEANING AND
STORAGE
EAK01302*A. CLEANING
Frequent, thorough cleaning of your mo-
torcycle will not only enhance its appear-
ance but will improve its general perfor-
mance and extend the useful life of many
components.
1. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a
garden hose.EUU34602cCExcessive hose pressure may cause water
seepage and deterioration of wheel bear-
ings, front fork, brakes, transmission seals
and electrical parts.2. After cleaning the motorcycle, dry all
surfaces with a chamois, clean towel,
or soft absorbent cloth.3. Dry the chain and lubricate it to pre-
vent rust.
4. Automotive-type wax may be applied
to all painted and chrome-plated sur-
faces. When finished, start the engine
and let it idle for several minutes.
EAK00700B. STORAGE
Long term storage (60 days or more) of
your motorcycle will require some preven-
tive procedures to guard against deteriora-
tion. After thoroughly cleaning the motor-
cycle, prepare for storage as follows:
1. Drain the fuel tank, fuel lines, and car-
buretor float bowl(s).
2. Remove the empty fuel tank, pour a
cup of SAE 10W30 or 20W40 motor oil
in the tank, shake the tank to coat the
inner surfaces thoroughly and drain
off the excess oil. Reinstall the tank.
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Model
Chassis:
Frmae type Steel Tube underbone
Caster angle 27°
Trail 78 mm
Tire:
Type With tube
Size – Front 2.25-17-4PR
Rear 2.50-17-4PR
Brake:
Front brake type Drum brake
Operation Right hand operation
Rear brake type Drum brake
Operation Right foot operation
Suspension:
Front Telescopic fork
Rear Swing arm
Shock absorber:
Front Coil spring/oil damper
Rear Coil spring/oil damper
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Model
Wheel travel:
Front 80 mm
Rear 65 mm
Electrical:
Ignition system C.D.I
Generator system Flywheel magneto
Battery type/capacity 12V5AH
Headlight type: Krypton bulb
Bulb wattage/quantity:
Headlight 12V30W/30W
Tail/brake light 12V/5W/21W
Flasher light 12V10W ×4
Meter light 12V1.7W ×1
Indicator light wattage/quantity:
“NEUTRAL” 12V3.4W ×1
“HIGH BEAM” 12V3.4W ×1
“TURN” 12V3.4W ×1
“TOP” 12V3.4W ×1
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