2006 Yamaha Motorsports V Star Classic Owners Manual - Page 65
2006 Yamaha Motorsports V Star Classic Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU22092 Adjusting the brake lever free play system. If there is air in the hydraulic system, have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system before operating the motorcycle. Air in the hydraulic system will diminish the braking performance, which may result in loss of control and an accident. 1. Locknut 2. Brake lever free play adjusting screw 1. Brake lever free play The brake lever free play should measure 10.0-15.0 mm (0.39-0.59 in) as shown. Periodically check the brake lever free play and, if necessary, adjust it as follows. 1. Loosen the locknut at the brake lever. 2. To increase the brake lever free play, turn the adjusting screw in direction (a). To decrease the brake lever free play, turn the adjusting screw in direction (b). 3. Tighten the locknut. EWA10630 6 WARNING G G 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 6-22
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