Yamaha XZ550RJ 1982 Owner's Manual page 59

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Brakes
1. Brake lever and brake pedal
Check for correct play in the front brake
lever and rear brake pedal. Make sure
they are working properly. Check the
brakes at low speed shortly after starting
out.
2. Brake fluid
Check the brake fluid level. (See page
161).
Add fluid if necessary.
Recommended brake fluid: DOT #3
3. Checking the front brake disc pads
Refer to page 159.
4. Checking the rear brake shoe
Refer to page 159.