Brakes And Clutch - MV Agusta Brutale 990 R Workshop Manual

BRAKES AND CLUTCH

Check the levels of
fluid in the systems¨ At pre-delivery, at first 1000 kilo-
meters and then every 6000 kilo-
meters
Check for leakages¨ At pre-delivery, at first 1000 kilo-
meters and then every 6000 kilo-
meters
Substitute fluid¨ Every 24000 kilometers or at
least every two years
Commands check¨ At pre-delivery, at the first 1000
kilometers and then every 6000
kilometers
Check brake and clutch fluid levels
The procedure that is described as follows must be
carried out for the fluid chambers of both the front and
rear brakes and also the clutch fluid chamber.
Place the motorcycle in a vertical position with the han-
dlebars straight.
Check the fluid levels in the brake and clutch fluid
chambers observing the lines for the level marked on
the chambers.
If the level is lower than the lower level line, check the
wear of the brake pads. If the thickness of the pad lin-
ings is correct, add brake fluid complying with the spec-
ification by the manufacturer in according to the follow-
ing procedure:
- Remove the 2 screws from the fluid tank cover;
- Remove the three elements of the cover.
Add brake fluid until the correct level is reached in the
chamber.
Recommended brake fluid: AGIP DOT 4 or
equivalent.
Do not use brake fluid that comes from old
containers, has already been used or does
not come from a sealed container. Do not
use brake fluid that is left over from previous
maintenance or stored for long periods.
Utilise only the recommended brake fluids.
Maintenance
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