Valve Clearance; Adjusting The Reverse Lock Release Cable; Brakes - Yamaha YFM700RA Owner's Manual

3. To increase the throttle cable free play, turn
the throttle cable free play adjusting bolt in di-
rection (a). To decrease the throttle cable free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in direction (b).
(b)
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(a)
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1. Rubber cover
2. Throttle cable free play adjusting bolt
3. Locknut
4. Throttle cable free play
4. Tighten the locknut.
5. Slide the rubber cover to its original position.
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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
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must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the inter-
vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lu-
brication chart.
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Adjusting the reverse lock release ca-
ble
The reverse lock release cable stretches with use,
which can result in improper function. Therefore,
the reverse lock release cable should be checked
and adjusted at the intervals specified in the peri-
odic maintenance and lubrication chart.
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Brakes

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