2009 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 250 Owners Manual - Page 58
2009 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 250 Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU22721 EAU22760 Changing the brake fluid Have a Yamaha dealer change the brake fluid at the intervals specified in the TIP after the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. In addition, have the oil seals of the brake master cylinder and caliper as well as the brake hose replaced at the intervals listed below or whenever they are damaged or leaking. G Oil seals: Replace every two years. G Brake hose: Replace every four years. Drive chain slack The drive chain slack should be checked before each ride and adjusted if necessary. EAU22773 To check the drive chain slack 1. Place the motorcycle on the sidestand. TIP When checking and adjusting the drive chain slack, there should be no weight on the motorcycle. 2. Shift the transmission into the neutral position. 3. Move the rear wheel by pushing the motorcycle to locate the tightest portion of the drive chain, and then measure the drive chain slack as shown. Drive chain slack: 30.0-40.0 mm (1.18-1.57 in) 1. Drive chain slack 4. If the drive chain slack is incorrect, adjust it as follows. EAU22861 To adjust the drive chain slack 1. Loosen the brake pedal free play adjusting nut. 7 1. Brake pedal free play adjusting nut 7-23