Yamaha FJR1300 - Manual (Page 72)

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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Adjusting the brake lever free
play
The brake lever free play should mea-
sure 3–11 mm as shown. Periodically
check the brake lever free play and, if
necessary, have a Yamaha dealer ad-
just it.
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WARNING
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An incorrect brake lever free play in-
dicates a hazardous condition in the
brake system. Do not operate the
motorcycle until the brake system
has been checked or repaired by a
Yamaha dealer.
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Adjusting the brake pedal
position
The top of the brake pedal should be
positioned approximately 40 mm below
the top of the footrest as shown. Peri-
odically check the brake pedal position
and, if necessary, have a Yamaha
dealer adjust it.
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WARNING
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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 be-
fore operating the motorcycle. Air in
the hydraulic system will diminish
the braking performance, which
may result in loss of control and an
accident.
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a. Brake lever free play a. Distance between brake pedal and footrest
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