FRONT BRAKE

CHAS

INSTALLING THE FRONT BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER

1.Install:

Brake master cylinder 1

Brake master cylinder bracket 2

T.

R.

7 Nm (0.7 m • kg, 5.1 ft • lb)

NOTE:

The “UP” mark on the brake master cylinder bracket 2 should face up.

60˚

2.Install:

Copper washers New

Brake hose

Union bolt

T.R.

27 Nm (2.7 m • kg, 19 ft • lb)

NOTE:

Tighten the union bolt while holding the brake hose as shown.

Turn the handlebar to the left and to the right to check that the brake hose does not touch other parts (throttle cable, wire harness,

leads, etc.). Correct if necessary.

WARNING

Proper brake hose routing is essential to insure safe machine operation. Refer to “CABLE ROUTING” in CHAPTER 2.

3.Fill:

Brake fluid reservoir

Recommended brake fluid:

DOT 4

CAUTION:

Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces or plastic parts. Always clean up spilled brake fluid immediately.

WARNING

Use only the designated quality brake fluid: other brake fluids may deteriorate the rubber seals, causing leakage and poor brake performance.

Refill with the same type of brake fluid: mixing brake fluids may result in a harmful chemical reaction and lead to poor brake performance.

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Yamaha 5TE-F8197-10, LIT-11616-16-02 service manual Installing the Front Brake Master Cylinder