2009 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 250 Owners Manual - Page 53
2009 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 250 Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU21940 EAU22041 Spoke wheels To maximize the performance, durability, and safe operation of your motorcycle, note the following points regarding the specified wheels. G The wheel rims should be checked for cracks, bends or warpage, and the spokes for looseness or damage before each ride. If any damage is found, have a Yamaha dealer replace the wheel. Do not attempt even the smallest repair to the wheel. A deformed or cracked wheel must be replaced. G The wheel should be balanced whenever either the tire or wheel has been changed or replaced. An unbalanced wheel can result in poor performance, adverse handling characteristics, and a shortened tire life. G Ride at moderate speeds after changing a tire since the tire surface must first be "broken in" for it to develop its optimal characteristics. Adjusting the clutch lever free play TIP If the specified clutch lever free play could be obtained as described above, tighten the locknut and skip the rest of the procedure, otherwise proceed as follows. 3. Fully turn the adjusting bolt at the clutch lever in direction (a) to loosen the clutch cable. 4. Loosen the locknut at the crankcase. 1. Locknut 2. Clutch lever free play adjusting bolt 3. Clutch lever free play The clutch lever free play should measure 10.0-15.0 mm (0.39-0.59 in) as shown. Periodically check the clutch lever free play and, if necessary, adjust it as follows. 1. Loosen the locknut at the clutch lever. 2. To increase the clutch lever free play, turn the adjusting bolt in direction (a). To decrease the clutch lever free play, turn the adjusting bolt in direction (b). 7-18 7 1. Locknut 2. Clutch lever free play adjusting nut (crankcase)