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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
NOTE:
The drive chain does not need to be disassembled in order to remove and install the wheel.
68. Remove the wheel.
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To install the rear wheel
1.Install the drive chain onto the rear sprocket.
2.Insert the wheel axle from the
3.Adjust the drive chain slack. (See page
4.Lower the rear wheel so that it is on the ground.
5.Install the brake rod onto the brake camshaft lever, and then install the brake pedal free play adjusting nut onto the brake rod.
6.Connect the brake torque rod to the brake shoe plate by installing the bolt and nut, and then tighten the nut to the specified torque.
7.Insert a new cotter pin.
8.Tighten the axle nut to the speci- fied torque.
Tightening torques:
Brake torque rod nut:
26Nm (2.6 m·kgf, 19 ft·lbf) Axle nut:
60Nm (6.0 m·kgf, 43 ft·lbf)
9.Adjust the brake pedal free play. (See page
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Troubleshooting
Although Yamaha motorcycles receive a thorough inspection before shipment from the factory, trouble may occur dur- ing operation. Any problem in the fuel, compression, or ignition systems, for example, can cause poor starting and loss of power.
The following troubleshooting chart represents a quick and easy procedure for checking these vital systems your- self. However, should your motorcycle require any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer, whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools, experience, and
Use only genuine Yamaha replace- ment parts. Imitation parts may look like Yamaha parts, but they are often inferi- or, have a shorter service life and can lead to expensive repair bills.