Checking The Throttle Cable Free Play; Valve Clearance; Tires (For Spoke Wheel Model) - Yamaha XV17ATMV(C) Road Star Owner's Manual

Checking the throttle cable
free play
1. Throttle cable free play
The throttle cable free play should mea-
sure 4.0–6.0 mm (0.16–0.24 in) at the
throttle grip. Periodically check the
throttle cable free play and, if neces-
sary, have a Yamaha dealer adjust it.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
EAU21381

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.
EAU21401

Tires (For spoke wheel model)

To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your motor-
cycle,
regarding the specified tires.
Tire air pressure
The tire air pressure should be checked
and, if necessary, adjusted before each
ride.
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note the following
WARNING
The tire air pressure must be
checked and adjusted on cold
tires (i.e., when the temperature
of the tires equals the ambient
temperature).
The tire air pressure must be ad-
justed in accordance with the
riding speed and with the total
weight of rider, passenger, car-
go, and accessories approved
for this model.
EAU32520
points
EWA10500
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