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Be careful that water does not enter the brake
fluid reservoir when refilling. Water will signifi-
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cantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may
result in vapor lock.
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Brake fluid may deteriorate painted surfaces or
plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid imme-
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diately.
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As the brake pads wear, it is normal for the brake
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fluid level to gradually go down. However, if the
brake fluid level goes down suddenly, have a
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Yamaha dealer check the cause.
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Changing the brake fluid
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Have a Yamaha dealer change the brake fluid at
the intervals specified in the TIP after the periodic
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maintenance and lubrication chart. In addition,
have the oil seals of the master cylinders and cali-
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pers as well as the brake hoses replaced at the in-
tervals listed below or whenever they are damaged
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or leaking.
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Oil seals: Replace every two years.
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Brake hoses: Replace every four years.
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Checking the front brake lever free play
The brake lever free play must be checked at the
intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. The brake lever should have no
free play as shown. If there is free play, have a
Yamaha dealer check the brake system.
1. Brake lever free play
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WARNING
Operating with improperly serviced or adjust-
ed brakes could cause loss of braking ability,
which could lead to an accident.
After servicing:
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