Yamaha XVS250 Motorcycle User Manual


 
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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WARNING
EWA10630
After adjusting the brake lever
free play, check the free play
and make sure that the brake is
working properly.
A soft or spongy feeling in the
brake lever can indicate the
presence of air in the hydraulic
system. If there is air in the hy-
draulic system, have a Yamaha
dealer bleed the system before
operating the motorcycle. Air in
the hydraulic system will dimin-
ish the braking performance,
which may result in loss of con-
trol and an accident.
EAU22201
Adjusting the brake pedal
position and free play
WARNING
EWA10670
It is advisable to have a Yamaha
dealer make these adjustments.
Brake pedal position
The top of the brake pedal should be
positioned approximately 76.6 mm
(3.02 in) above the top of the footrest as
shown. Periodically check the brake
pedal position and, if necessary, adjust
it as follows.
1. Loosen the locknut at the brake
pedal.
2. To raise the brake pedal, turn the
adjusting bolt in direction (a). To
lower the brake pedal, turn the ad-
justing bolt in direction (b).
3. Tighten the locknut.
WARNING
EWA11230
After adjusting the brake pedal posi-
tion, the brake pedal free play must
be adjusted.
1. Footrest
2. Distance between brake pedal and footrest
3. Brake pedal free play
1. Brake pedal position adjusting bolt
2. Locknut
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