Valve Clearance; Brakes; Checking The Front And Rear Brake Pads - Yamaha YFZ45RB Owner's Manual

The throttle lever free play should measure 2.0–
4.0 mm (0.08–0.16 in) as shown. Periodically
check the throttle lever free play and, if necessary,
adjust it as follows.
1. Slide the rubber cover back.
2. Loosen the locknut.
3. To increase the throttle lever free play, turn
the throttle lever free play adjusting bolt in di-
rection (a). To decrease the throttle lever free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in direction (b).
(b)
1
(a)
8
2 3
1. Rubber cover
2. Throttle lever free play adjusting bolt
3. Locknut
4. Throttle lever free play
4. Tighten the locknut.
4
5. Slide the rubber cover to its original position.
EBU24060

Valve clearance

The valve clearance changes with use, resulting in
improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. To
prevent this from occurring, the valve clearance
must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the inter-
vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lu-
brication chart.
EBU29601

Brakes

Replacement of brake components requires pro-
fessional knowledge. Brake service should be per-
formed by a Yamaha dealer.
EWB02571
WARNING
Operating with improperly serviced or adjust-
ed brakes could lead to a loss in braking ability
and an accident.
EBU24130

Checking the front and rear brake pads

The front and rear brake pads must be checked for
wear at the intervals specified in the periodic main-
tenance and lubrication chart.
8-30