Cast Wheels; Adjusting The Clutch Lever Free Play - Yamaha Midnight Star XVS1300A 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:
130/90 16M/C 67H
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/D404F X
BRIDGESTONE/EXEDRA G721
Rear tire:
Size:
170/70B 16M/C 75H
Manufacturer/model:
DUNLOP/K555
BRIDGESTONE/G722 G
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
Measure the clutch lever free play as
shown.
rims should be
1. Clutch lever free play
2. Locknut
3. Clutch lever free play adjusting bolt
4. Rubber cover
Periodically check the clutch lever free
play and, if necessary, adjust it as fol-
lows.
1. Slide the rubber cover back at the
2. Loosen the locknut.
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Clutch lever free play:
5.0–10.0 mm (0.20–0.39 in)
clutch lever.
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