Cast Wheels; Adjusting The Clutch Lever Free Play - Yamaha XVS950CR Owner's Manual

ageing. Old and aged tires shall be
checked by tire specialists to ascertain
their suitability for further use.
WARNING
The front and rear tires should be of
the same make and design, other-
wise the handling characteristics of
the vehicle may be different, which
could lead to an accident.
After extensive tests, only the tires list-
ed below have been approved for this
model by Yamaha.
Front tire:
Size:
100/90B19M/C 57H
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN/COMMANDER 2
Rear tire:
Size:
150/80B16M/C 71H
Manufacturer/model:
MICHELIN/COMMANDER 2
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

Cast wheels

To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your vehicle,
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note the following points regarding the
specified wheels.
 The
wheel
checked for cracks, bends, warp-
age or other damage before each
ride. If any damage is found, have
a Yamaha dealer replace the
wheel. Do not attempt even the
smallest repair to the wheel. A de-
formed or cracked wheel must be
replaced.
 The wheel should be balanced
whenever either the tire or wheel
has been changed or replaced. An
unbalanced wheel can result in
poor performance, adverse han-
dling characteristics, and a short-
ened tire life.
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Adjusting the clutch lever free
play
2
rims should be
1. Clutch lever free play adjusting bolt
2. Clutch lever free play
The clutch lever free play should mea-
sure 5.0–10.0 mm (0.20–0.39 in) as
shown. Periodically check the clutch
lever free play and, if necessary, adjust
it as follows.
To increase the clutch lever free play,
turn the clutch lever free play adjusting
bolt at the clutch lever in direction (a).
To decrease the clutch lever free play,
turn the adjusting bolt in direction (b).
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(a)
(b)
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