Yamaha XT660R S Service Manual

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BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM
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BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE
SYSTEM
WARNING
_
Bleed the hydraulic brake system when-
ever:
• the system is disassembled.
• a brake hose is loosened, disconnected
or replaced.
• the brake fluid level is very low.
• brake operation is faulty.
NOTE:
_
• Be careful not to spill any brake fluid or allow
the brake master cylinder reservoir or brake
fluid reservoir to overflow.
• When bleeding the hydraulic brake system,
make sure there is always enough brake
fluid before applying the brake. Ignoring this
precaution could allow air to enter the
hydraulic brake system, considerably length-
ening the bleeding procedure.
• If bleeding is difficult, it may be necessary to
let the brake fluid settle for a few hours.
Repeat the bleeding procedure when the tiny
bubbles in the hose have disappeared.
1. Bleed:
• hydraulic brake system
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a. Fill the brake fluid reservoir to the proper
level with the recommended brake fluid.
b. Install the diaphragm (brake master cylinder
reservoir or brake fluid reservoir).
c. Connect a clear plastic hose
1
tightly to the
bleed screw
2
.
È
Front (XT660R)
É
Front (XT660X)
Ê
Rear (XT660R/XT660X)
d. Place the other end of the hose into a con-
tainer.
e. Slowly apply the brake several times.
f. Fully pull the brake lever or fully press down
the brake pedal and hold it in position.
2
1
È
É
1
2
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Yamaha XT660R S Specifications

General

Displacement	660 cc
Bore x Stroke	100.0 mm x 84.0 mm
Compression Ratio	10.0:1
Fuel System	Fuel Injection
Ignition System	TCI
Starter System	Electric
Transmission System	5-speed
Final Drive	Chain
Front Suspension System	Telescopic forks
Front Tyre	90/90-21 M/C 54S
Rear Tyre	130/80-17 M/C 65S
Overall Width	865 mm
Overall Height	1, 230 mm
Seat Height	865 mm
Wheelbase	1, 505 mm
Wet Weight	181 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	15 litres
Oil Tank Capacity	2.9 litres
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single cylinder, SOHC
Maximum Power	48hp (35kW) @ 6, 000rpm
Frame	Steel diamond
Rear Suspension System	Swingarm, (link suspension)
Front Brake	Single 298mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Rear Brake	Single Disc, 245 mm