For your safety – pre-operation checks4-14EAU63440Inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure the vehicle is in safe oper-ating condition. Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures andschedules described in the Owner’s Manual.WARNINGEWA11152Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle properly increases the possibilityof an accident or equipment damage. Do not operate the vehicle if you findany problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures providedin this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer.Before using this vehicle, check the following points:ITEM CHECKS PAGEFuel• Check fuel level in fuel tank.• Refuel if necessary.• Check fuel line for leakage.• Check fuel tank overflow hose for obstructions, cracksor damage, and check hose connection.3-29,3-31Engine oil• Check oil level in engine.• If necessary, add recommended oil to specified level.• Check vehicle for oil leakage.6-11Final gear oil • Check vehicle for oil leakage. 6-14Coolant• Check coolant level in reservoir.• If necessary, add recommended coolant to specifiedlevel.• Check cooling system for leakage.6-15Front brake• Check operation.• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulicsystem.• Check brake pads for wear.• Replace if necessary.• Check fluid level in reservoir.• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.• Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-24,6-25Rear brake• Check operation.• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulicsystem.• Check brake pads for wear.• Replace if necessary.• Check fluid level in reservoir.• If necessary, add specified brake fluid to specified level.• Check hydraulic system for leakage.6-24,6-25