PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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(a)
1. Adjusting nut
To increase the brake lever free play, turn the adjusting nut at the brake shoe plate in direction (a). To decrease the brake lever free play, turn the adjusting
6nut in direction (b).
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WARNING
If proper adjustment cannot be obtained as described, have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment.
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Checking the front brake pads and rear brake shoes
The front brake pads and the rear brake shoes must be checked for wear at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
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Front brake pads
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1.Brake pad wear indicator groove
2.Brake pad
3.Brake disc
Each front brake pad is provided with a wear indicator groove, which allows you to check the brake pad wear without having to disassemble the brake. To check the brake pad wear, check the
wear indicator groove. If a brake pad has worn to the point that the wear indicator groove has almost disappeared, have a Yamaha dealer replace the brake pads as a set.
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Rear brake shoes
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1.Wear indicator
2.Wear limit line
The rear brake is provided with a wear indicator, which allows you to check the brake shoe wear without having to disassemble the brake.To check the brake shoe wear, check the position of the wear indicator while applying the brake. If a brake shoe has worn to the point