2002 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Midnight Owners Manual - Page 74
2002 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Midnight Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR 3. Tighten the locknut. EW000099 @ EW000109 @ WARNING ● After adjusting the brake lever free play, check the free play and make sure that the brake is working properly. ● A soft or spongy feeling in the brake lever can indicate the presence of air in the hydraulic system. If there is air in the hydraulic system, have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system before operating the motorcycle. Air in the hydraulic system will diminish the braking performance, which may result in loss of control and an accident. a. Distance between brake pedal and footrest EAU01746 Adjusting the brake pedal position The top of the brake pedal should be positioned approximately 3.9 in (100 mm) above the top of the footrest as shown. Periodically check the brake pedal position and, if necessary, have a Yamaha dealer adjust it. WARNING A soft or spongy feeling in the brake pedal can indicate the presence of air in the hydraulic system. If there is air in the hydraulic system, have a Yamaha dealer bleed the system before operating the motorcycle. Air in the hydraulic system will diminish the braking performance, which may result in loss of control and an accident. @ 6 @ 6-22