APRILIA RSV 1000 R FACTORY Manual page 36

WARNING
Avoid long exposure of brake fluid to
air.
Brake fluid is hygroscopic and will
absorb moisture from the air.
Keep the brake fluid reservoir open
JUST LONG ENOUGH to top up level.
Raise and remove the cover (3) together
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with the screws (1) and the gasket (4).
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CAUTION
Do not rock the motorcycle from side to
side when topping up or brake fluid will
spill out.
Do not add any additives or other
products.
If you use a funnel or other tool, ensure
they are perfectly clean.
Top up the reservoir (2) with brake fluid,
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see page 116 (LUBRICANT CHART)
until exceeding "MIN" level mark.
CAUTION
While topping up, never pour too much
fluid.
Fill up to max. level only with new brake
pads.
If topped up to max. level with worn
pads, brake fluid will spill out when you
change the pads at a later time.
Check braking efficiency.
When the brake lever has exceeding
travel or if you notice a loss of braking,
contact an aprilia Official dealer. The
braking system may need bleeding.