PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT7-147EAU40781Panel wheelsWARNINGEWA10610The wheels on this model are not de-signed for use with tubeless tires.Do not attempt to use tubeless tireson this model.To maximize the performance, durabil-ity, and safe operation of your motorcy-cle, note the following points regardingthe specified wheels.● The wheel rims should be checkedfor cracks, bends, warpage ordamage before each ride. If anydamage is found, have a Yamahadealer replace the wheel. Do notattempt even the smallest repair tothe wheel. A deformed or crackedwheel must be replaced.● The wheel should be balancedwhenever either the tire or wheelhas been changed or replaced. Anunbalanced wheel can result inpoor performance, adverse han-dling characteristics, and a short-ened tire life.EAU22152Adjusting the front and rearbrake lever free playThe front and rear brake lever free playshould be measured at the positions asshown.FrontRearPeriodically check the front and rearbrake lever free play and, if necessary,adjust them as follows.To increase the brake lever free play,turn the adjusting nut at the brake shoeplate in direction (a). To decrease thebrake lever free play, turn the adjustingnut in direction (b).Front1. Front brake lever free play1. Rear brake lever free play11Front brake lever free play:10.0–20.0 mm (0.39–0.79 in)Rear brake lever free play:10.0–20.0 mm (0.39–0.79 in)1. Brake lever free play adjusting nut1(a)(b)U5PG8BE0.book Page 14 Wednesday, June 27, 2012 2:53 PM