2009 Yamaha Motorsports Big Bear 250 Owners Manual - Page 117
2009 Yamaha Motorsports Big Bear 250 Manual
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G Before adjusting the brake lever free play and the brake pedal free play and position, check the rear brake shoes for wear. Adjusting the brake pedal position The top of the brake pedal should be positioned 43.0-53.0 mm (1.69-2.09 in) above the top of the footboard bracket. If the position is incorrect, adjust it as follows. 2. Loosen the locknuts at the brake pedal. 3. Turn the brake pedal position adjusting bolt at the brake pedal in direction (a) to raise the brake pedal, and in direction (b) to lower it. 4. Tighten the locknuts at the brake pedal. Adjusting the brake pedal free play The brake pedal free play should measure 20.0- 30.0 mm (0.79-1.18 in) as shown. If the free play is incorrect, adjust it as follows. 8 1. Locknut 2. Brake pedal position adjusting bolt 3. Brake pedal position 1. Brake pedal free play 1. Remove the footboard. (See "Engine oil" on page 8-10 for removal and installation procedures.) 8-30 1. Fully loosen the brake lever free play adjusting nut on the brake cable at the rear wheel hub.