Yamaha YFM80GX Owner's Manual page 100

in direction (a) to loosen the brake cable.
6. To increase the brake lever free play, turn the
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adjusting nut on the brake cable at the rear
wheel hub in direction (a), and to decrease it,
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turn the nut in direction (b).
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(a)
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1. Brake lever free play adjusting nut
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7. Tighten the locknut at the crankcase and the
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brake lever.
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NOTE:
If the specified free play cannot be obtained as de-
scribed above or if the rear brake does not operate
correctly, have a Yamaha dealer check the internal
rear brake mechanism.
(b)
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When adjusting the rear brake lever free play:
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Be sure not to step on the brake pedal.
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Make sure the brake pedal does not move.
Adjusting the brake pedal free play
The brake pedal free play should measure 20.0–
30.0 mm (0.79–1.18 in) as shown. If the free play
is incorrect, adjust it as follows.
1. Brake pedal free play
Turn the brake pedal free play adjusting nut on the
brake rod at the rear wheel hub in direction (a) to
increase the free play, and in direction (b) to de-
crease it.
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