Cast Wheels; Checking The Front Brake Lever Free Play - Yamaha YW50FD Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
worn-out tire. When a tire tread
b e g i n s t o s h o w c r o s s w i s e
lines, have a Yamaha dealer re-
place the tire immediately.
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● The replacement of all wheel-
and brake-related parts, includ-
ing the tires, should be left to
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a Yamaha dealer, who has the
necessary professional knowl-
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Cast wheels

To maximize the performance, dura-
bility, and safe operation of your ve-
hicle, note the following points regard-
ing the specifi ed wheels.
● T h e w h e e l r i m s s h o u l d b e
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 deformed or cracked wheel
must be replaced.
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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
handling characteristics, and a
shortened tire life.
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Checking the front brake le-
ver free play
1. Front brake lever
There should be no free play at the
brake lever end. If there is free play,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect the
brake system.
WARNING
A soft or spongy feeling in the
brake lever can indicate the pres-
ence of air in the hydraulic system.
If there is air in the hydraulic sys-
tem, have a Yamaha dealer bleed
the system before operating the
vehicle. Air in the hydraulic system
will diminish the braking perfor-
mance, which may result in loss of
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