Suzuki 2005 GSF1200 Service Manual page 40

0B-14 Maintenance and Lubrication:
WARNING
!
• The brake system of this motorcycle is
filled with a glycol-based brake fluid. Do
not use or mix different types of fluid such
as silicone-based and petroleum-based
fluids. Do not use any brake fluid taken
from old, used or unsealed containers.
Never reuse brake fluid left over from the
last servicing or stored for a long period of
time.
• Brake fluid, if it leaks, will interfere with
safe running and immediately discolor
painted surfaces. Check the brake hoses
and hose joints for cracks and oil leakage
before riding.
Brake Fluid Level Check
1) Keep the motorcycle upright and place the
handlebars straight.
2) Check the brake fluid level by observing the lower
limit lines on the front and rear brake fluid reservoirs.
When the brake fluid level is below the lower limit
line, replenish with brake fluid that meets the
following specification.
BF: Brake fluid (DOT 4)
Brake Pads Check
The extent of brake pad wear can be checked by
observing the grooved limit line "A" on the pad. When the
wear exceeds the grooved limit line, replace the pads
with new ones. Refer to "Front Brake Pad Replacement:
in Section 4B" and "Rear Brake Pad Replacement: in
Section 4C".
CAUTION
!
Replace the brake pad as a set, otherwise
braking performance will be adversely
affected.
Front Brake Hose Inspection
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Inspect the brake hoses and hose joints for crack,
damage or oil leakage. If any defects are found, replace
the brake hose with a new one.
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"A"
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"A"
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