Brake Fluid Level Inspection - Yamaha RX10K Supplementary Service Manual

BRAKE LEVER ADJUSTMENT/

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL INSPECTION

Adjustment steps:
S Loosen the locknut 1 .
S While lightly pushing the brake lever in direc-
S Tighten the locknut securely after adjusting.
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL INSPECTION
1. Place the machine on a level surface.
2. Check:
NOTE:
For a correct reading of the brake fluid level,
make sure that the top of the handlebar brake
master cylinder reservoir is horizontal.
Brake fluid may corrode painted surfaces or
plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
S Use only the designated brake fluid. Other
S Refill with the same type of fluid. Mixing
S When refilling, be careful that water does
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tion a , turn the adjusting bolt 2 by fingers to
set the brake lever to the desired position.
Locknut:
6 Nm (0.6 mSkg, 4.3 ftSlb)
S Fluid level
Fluid level is under the "LOWER" level line a
! Fill to the proper level.
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
CAUTION:
WARNING
fluids may deteriorate the rubber seals,
causing leakage and poor brake perfor-
mance.
fluids may result in a harmful chemical
reaction leading to poor brake perfor-
mance.
not enter the brake master cylinder reser-
voir. Water will significantly lower the boil-
ing point of the fluid and may cause vapor
lock.
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