Adjusting The Rear Brake - APRILIA RS 50 TUONO Use And Maintenance Book

ADJUSTING THE REAR BRAKE

The brake pedal is positioned ergonomically
during the assembly of the vehicle.
If necessary, it is possible to adjust the height
of the brake pedal:
Loosen the lock nut (1).
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Unscrew the brake adjuster (2) completely.
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Screw the lock nut (3) completely on the
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pump control rod (4).
Screw the pump control
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completely, then unscrew it by giving 3-4
turns.
Screw the brake adjuster (2) until the
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brake pedal (5) reaches the desired
height.
Lock the brake adjuster (2) by means of
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the lock nut (1).
Unscrew the pump control rod (4) and
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bring it in contact with the pump piston.
Screw the rod in order to ensure a
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m i n i m u m c l e a r a n c e o f 0 . 5 ÷ 1 m m
between the pump control rod (4) and
the pump piston.
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M ak e s u re t ha t t h er e i s a c er t a i n
clearance between the brake adjuster
and the point of contact, to prevent the
brake from remaining operated and the
co n s e q u en t u n t i m el y w ea r o f t h e
braking elements.
Clearance between brake adjuster and
point of contact: 0.5 ÷ 1 mm.
rod (4)
Lock the pump control rod by means of
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the lock nut (3).
CAUTION
WARNING
Check the braking efficiency.
If necessary, contact an aprilia Official
Dealer.
After the adjustment, make sure that the
wheel rotates freely with released
brake.
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