PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR6-226any consequences caused by theuse of items which have not beenapproved by Yamaha.EAU22071Clutch lever free playSince this model is equipped with a hy-draulic clutch, adjusting the clutch leverfree play is not needed. However, it isnecessary to check the clutch fluid leveland check the hydraulic system forleakage before each ride. If the clutchlever free play does become excessive,and shifting becomes rough or clutchslippage occurs, causing poor acceler-ation, there may be air in the clutch sys-tem. If there is air in the hydraulicsystem, have a Yamaha dealer bleedthe system before operating the motor-cycle.EAU22240Adjusting the brake pedalpositionThe top of the brake pedal should bepositioned approximately 42.0 mm(1.65 in) below the top of the footrest asshown. Periodically check the brakepedal position and, if necessary, have aYamaha dealer adjust it.WARNINGEWA10690A soft or spongy feeling in the brakepedal can indicate the presence ofair in the hydraulic system. If there isair in the hydraulic system, have aYamaha dealer bleed the system be-fore operating the motorcycle. Air inthe hydraulic system will diminish1. Distance between brake pedal and footrest
