Valve Clearance; Brakes; Checking The Front And Rear Brake Pads - Yamaha FZ45YSXG Owner's Manual

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)
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(a)
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1. Rubber cover
2. Throttle lever free play adjusting bolt
3. Locknut
4. Throttle lever 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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Brakes

Replacement of brake components requires pro-
fessional knowledge. Brake service should be
performed 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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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
maintenance and lubrication chart.
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Front brake pads
Each brake pad is provided with wear indicator
grooves, which allow you to check the brake pad
wear without having to disassemble the brake. To
check the brake pad wear, check the wear indica-
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