Checking The Brake Lever Free; Brake Light Switches - Yamaha MT-09 Owner's Manual

Checking the brake lever free

play
1. No brake lever free play
There should be no free play at the
brake lever end. If there is free play,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
brake system.
WARNING
A soft or spongy feeling in the brake
lever can indicate the presence of air
in the hydraulic system. If there is air
in the hydraulic system, have a
Yamaha dealer bleed the system
before operating the vehicle. Air in
the hydraulic system will diminish
the braking performance, which may
Periodic Maintenance And Adjustment
result in loss of control and an
accident.
1
7-23

Brake light switches

The brake light, which is activated by
the brake pedal and brake lever,
should come on just before braking
takes effect. If necessary, have a
Yamaha dealer adjust the brake light
switches.
7