Checking The Brake Fluid Level - Benelli TORNADO Tre Novecento 900 Owner's Manual

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Checking the brake fluid level

WARNING
Lack of maintenance of the braking system can increase the risk of accidents. If you
notice any anomaly in the working of the braking system, go immediately to a Benelli
Authorized Workshop. Wherever you suspect that can exsist a serious failure of the
braking system, stop immediately the motorcycle and call the nearest Benelli Authorized
Workshop.
Never use your motorcycle if the fluid level is below the MIN mark. The brakes may fail to
properly operate, which could lead to an accident. If the brake fluid level is below the
MIN mark, you must have it topped up by an authorized Benelli dealer.
Rear brake fluid reservoir
The level of the brake fluid decreases as the brake pads wear down. Ensure that the fluid level is always
between the MAX and MIN marks. If the level falls below the MIN mark, contact a Benelli authorized ser-
vice center and have the brake system overhauled.
Have the topping up of the brake fluid performed only by Benelli authorized service center.
Brake fluid is highly toxic. Avoid contact and ingestion. Keep brake fluid out of reach of children and
domestic animals. In the event of a brake fluid ingestion, immediately call a doctor and do not cause
vomiting, in order to avoid inhalation of brake fluid in lungs. If the brake fluid comes in touch with your
skin or eyes, immediately wash with water.
Use only the brake fluid specified in the table lubricants and fluids of this manual.
Mixing different brake fluids can cause a dangerous chemical reaction, as well as the decrease of the
braking efficiency, with subsequent increase of the risk of accidents.
An insufficient amount of brake fluid may allow the introduction of air in the braking system. This could
compromise the effectiveness of the braking system, with subsequent increase of the risk of accidents.
Presence of air in the braking system can be identified in the moment you feel a characteristic "spongy
effect" while pushing the brake pedal. In this case, have a braking system bleeding performed by an
authorized Benelli dealer before riding your motorcycle again.
Front brake fluid reservoir
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