2004 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Silverado Owners Manual - Page 65
2004 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Silverado Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR EAU22260 Adjusting the brake pedal position the braking performance, which may result in loss of control and an accident. EAU22270 Adjusting the rear brake light switch 1. Distance between brake pedal and footrest The top of the brake pedal should be positioned approximately 100.0 mm (3.94 in) above the top of the footrest as shown. Periodically check the brake pedal position and, if necessary, have a Yamaha dealer adjust it. EWA10690 1. Rear brake light switch 2. Rear brake light switch adjusting nut 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 6-22 The rear brake light switch, which is activated by the brake pedal, is properly adjusted when the brake light comes on just before braking takes effect. If necessary, adjust the brake light switch as follows. Turn the adjusting nut while holding the rear brake light switch in place. To make the brake light come on earlier, turn the adjusting nut in direction (a). To make the brake light come on later, turn the adjusting nut in direction (b). 6