Periodic maintenance and adjustment
TIP
The air filter element should be
wet but not dripping.
Check the air filter element for ex-
cessive dirt or damage and re-
place it if necessary.
Recommended oil:
Yamaha foam air filter oil or other
quality foam air filter oil
5. Insert the element into the V-belt
case.
6. Install the air filter element cover
by installing the screws.
7
Checking the throttle grip free
play
Measure the throttle grip free play as
shown.
1
1. Throttle grip free play
Throttle grip free play:
3.0–7.0 mm (0.12–0.28 in)
Periodically check the throttle grip free
play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha
dealer adjust it.
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EAU21386
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 intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
EAU21402