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Adjusting the front brake lever free
play
The brake lever free play must be checked and, if
necessary, adjusted at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
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The brake lever free play should measure 4.0–
6.0 mm (0.16–0.24 in) as shown. If the free play
is incorrect, adjust it as follows.
1. Loosen the upper locknut and fully turn in the
upper adjusting bolt.
2. Loosen the lower locknut.
3. Turn the lower adjusting bolt in direction (a) to
increase the free play, and in direction (b) to
decrease it.
1. Brake lever free play
TIP
Before adjusting the brake lever free play, check
the front brake shoes for wear.
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3. No more than 12 mm (0.47 in)
1. Upper adjusting bolt
2. Lower adjusting bolt
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to check the brake shoe wear without having to
disassemble the brake. To check the brake shoe
wear, there are two adjusting bolts to indicate brake
shoe wear. If the positions of adjusting bolts reach to
12mm (0.47in), the brake shoes should be replaced
as a set by Yamaha dealer.