ITEM CHECKS PAGE• Check operation.
• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear.
Rear brake • Replace if necessary. 6-18, 6-19, 6-20
• Check fluid level in reservoir.
• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage.
• Make sure that operation is smooth.
Throttle grip • Check cable free play.
6-16, 6-21
• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust cable free play and lubricate
cable and grip housing.
• Check for damage.
Wheels and tires • Check tire condition and tread depth.
• Check air pressure. 6-16, 6-18
• Correct if necessary.
Brake levers • Make sure that operation is smooth.
• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary. 6-21
Centerstand, • Make sure that operation is smooth.
sidestand• Lubricate pivots if necessary. 6-22
Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened.
• Tighten if necessary. —
Instruments, lights, • Check operation.
signals and switches• Correct if necessary.—
Sidestand switch • Check operation of ignition circuit cut-off system.
• If system is not working correctly, have Yamaha dealer check vehicle. 3-18
FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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