8-348brake pads for wear and the brake system for leak-age. If the brake fluid level goes down suddenly,have a Yamaha dealer check the cause before fur-ther riding.EBU24291Changing the brake fluidHave a Yamaha dealer change the brake fluid atthe intervals specified in the TIP after the periodicmaintenance and lubrication chart. In addition,have the oil seals of the master cylinders and cali-pers as well as the brake hoses replaced at the in-tervals listed below or whenever they are damagedor leaking.● Oil seals: Replace every two years.● Brake hoses: Replace every four years.EBU24394Checking the front brake lever free playThe brake lever free play must be checked at theintervals specified in the periodic maintenance andlubrication chart. The brake lever should have nofree play as shown. If there is free play, have aYamaha dealer check the brake system.EBU24613Checking the brake pedal heightThe brake pedal height must be checked and, ifnecessary, adjusted at the intervals specified in theperiodic maintenance and lubrication chart.The top of the brake pedal should be positioned15.3 mm (0.60 in) below the top of the footrest asshown. If the brake pedal is not positioned as spec-ified, have a Yamaha dealer adjust it.1. No brake lever free play
