FOR YOUR SAFETY – PRE-OPERATION CHECKS5-25Rear brake• Check operation.• If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hydraulic system.• Check brake pads for wear.• Replace if necessary.• Check fluid level in reservoir.• If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level.• Check hydraulic system for leakage.7-19, 7-20Clutch• Check operation.• Lubricate cable if necessary.• Check lever free play.• Adjust if necessary.7-17Throttle grip• Make sure that operation is smooth.• Check throttle grip free play.• If necessary, have Yamaha dealer adjust throttle grip free play and lubricate cableand grip housing.7-15, 7-23Drive chain• Check chain slack.• Adjust if necessary.• Check chain condition.• Lubricate if necessary.7-21, 7-23Wheels and tires• Check for damage.• Check tire condition and tread depth.• Check air pressure.• Correct if necessary.• Check for loose spokes and tighten if necessary.7-15, 7-17Shift pedal • Make sure that operation is smooth.• Correct if necessary. 7-19Brake pedal • Make sure that operation is smooth.• Lubricate pedal pivoting point if necessary. 7-24Brake and clutch levers • Make sure that operation is smooth.• Lubricate lever pivoting points if necessary. 7-24Steering • Check that the handlebar can be turned smoothly and has no excessive play. 7-26ITEM CHECKS PAGEU5PA89E0.book Page 2 Tuesday, June 15, 2010 10:34 AM