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Yamaha 2007 XP500 User Manual

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REAR BRAKE
4-39
EAS22560
INTRODUCTION
WARNING
EWA14100
Disc brake components rarely require disas-
sembly. Therefore, always follow these pre-
ventive measures:
Never disassemble brake components un-
less absolutely necessary.
If any connection on the hydraulic brake
system is disconnected, the entire brake
system must be disassembled, drained,
cleaned, properly filled, and bled after reas-
sembly.
Never use solvents on internal brake com-
ponents.
Use only clean or new brake fluid for clean-
ing brake components.
Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces
and plastic parts. Therefore, always clean
up any spilt brake fluid immediately.
Avoid brake fluid coming into contact with
the eyes as it can cause serious injury.
FIRST AID FOR BRAKE FLUID ENTERING
THE EYES:
Flush with water for 15 minutes and get im-
mediate medical attention.
EAS22570
CHECKING THE REAR BRAKE DISC
1. Remove:
Rear wheel
Refer to REAR WHEEL on page 4-16.
2. Check:
Brake disc
Damage/galling Replace.
3. Measure:
Brake disc deflection
Out of specification Correct the brake disc
deflection or replace the brake disc.
Refer to CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE
DISCS on page 4-26.
4. Measure:
Brake disc thickness
Measure the brake disc thickness at a few dif-
ferent locations.
Out of specification Replace.
Refer to CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE
DISCS on page 4-26.
5. Adjust:
Brake disc deflection
Refer to CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE
DISCS on page 4-26.
6. Install:
Rear wheel
Refer to REAR WHEEL on page 4-16.
EAS22580
REPLACING THE REAR BRAKE PADS
NOTE:
When replacing the brake pads, it is not neces-
sary to disconnect the brake hose or disassem-
ble the brake caliper.
1. Remove:
Rear brake caliper retaining bolt (rear) 1
Brake caliper bracket bolts 2
Brake caliper 3
2. Remove:
Brake pads 1
Brake pad springs 2
3. Measure:
Brake pad wear limit a
Out of specification Replace the brake
Brake disc deflection limit
0.15 mm (0.0059 in)
Brake disc thickness limit
4.5 mm (0.18 in)
Brake disc bolt
18 Nm (1.8 mkg, 13 ftlb)
LOCTITE®
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Yamaha 2007 XP500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Displacement499 cc
Compression Ratio11.0:1
Fuel SystemFuel Injection
IgnitionTCI
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Rear SuspensionSwingarm
Front Tire120/70-15
Rear Tire160/60-15
Seat Height800mm
Wheelbase1, 580 mm
Length2, 230mm
Width775 mm
Engine TypeLiquid-cooled, 4-stroke
TransmissionAutomatic
Front BrakeDual disc
Rear BrakeSingle disc
Fuel Tank Capacity15 liters

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