Spoke Wheels; Adjusting The Clutch Lever Free Play - Yamaha SR400 2022 Owner's Manual

Periodic maintenance and adjustment

Spoke wheels

To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of the vehicle,
note the following points.
 Check each wheel for cracks, de-
formation and other damage. If
any damage is found, have the
wheel inspected by your Yamaha
dealer. Do not attempt to repair or
straighten a bent or damaged
wheel.
 Check the spokes for looseness. If
any loose spokes are found, have
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the wheel adjusted by your
Yamaha dealer. Improperly tight-
ened spokes can cause wheel
misalignment.
 Have the wheel balanced whenev-
er the tire or tube has been re-
placed. An unbalanced wheel can
result in adverse handling charac-
teristics and shortened tire life.
WARNING
The wheels on this model are not
designed for use with tubeless tires.
Do not attempt to use tubeless tires
on this model.
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Adjusting the clutch lever free
play
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1. Clutch lever free play
2. Rubber cover
3. Locknut
4. Clutch lever free play adjusting bolt
Measure the clutch lever free play as
shown.
Clutch lever free play:
5.0–10.0 mm (0.20–0.39 in)
Periodically check the clutch lever free
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play and, if necessary, adjust it as fol-
lows.
1. Slide the rubber cover back at the
clutch lever.
2. Loosen the locknut.
3. To increase the clutch lever free
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(a)
4. Tighten the locknut and then slide
(b)
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If the specified free play cannot be ob-
tained as described above or if the
clutch does not operate correctly, have
a Yamaha dealer check the internal
clutch mechanism.
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play, turn the clutch lever free play
adjusting bolt in direction (a). To
decrease the clutch lever free
play, turn the adjusting bolt in di-
rection (b).
the rubber cover to its original po-
sition.