FRONT BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

INSP

ADJ

NOTE:

If bleeding is difficult, it may be necessary to let the brake fluid system stabilize for a few hours. Repeat the bleeding procedure when the tiny bubbles in the system have disap- peared.

j.Add brake fluid to the level line on the res- ervoir.

WARNING

Check the operation of the brake after bleeding the brake system.

3.Install:

Protector (rear brake)

Diaphragm

Brake master cylinder cap

EC362040

FRONT BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

1.Check:

• Brake lever position a

Brake lever position a:

Standard position

Extent of adjustment

 

 

95 mm (3.74 in)

76 ~ 97 mm

(2.99 ~ 3.82 in)

 

 

 

2.Remove:

Brake lever cover

3.Adjust:

Brake lever position

Brake lever position adjustment steps:

Loosen the locknut 1.

Turn the adjusting bolt 2 until the lever position a is within specified position.

Tighten the locknut.

T .

R .

Locknut:

5 Nm (0.5 m • kg, 3.6 ft • lb)

CAUTION:

Be sure to tighten the locknut, as it will cause poor brake performance.

4.Install:

• Brake lever cover

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Yamaha WR250FM service manual Front Brake Adjustment, Brake lever position adjustment steps