Brake System; Service Information - KYMCO XCITING 500 Service Manual

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. BRAKE SYSTEM

SERVICE INFORMATION

GENERAL
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Frequent inhalation of brake pad dust, regardless of material composition could be hazardous
to your health.
Avoid breathing dust particles.
• A contaminated brake disc or pad reduces stopping power. Discard contaminated parts and clean
a contaminated disc with high quality brake degreasing agent.
• Avoid spilling brake fluid on painted, plastic or rubber parts. Place a rag over these parts
whenever the system is serviced.
• This section covers maintenance of the front and rear hydraulic brake system.
• Never allow contamination (dirt, water, etc.) to get into and open reservoir.
• Once the hydraulic system has been opened, or if the brake feel spongy, the system must be bled.
• Always use fresh DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container when servicing the system. Do not
mix different types of fluid as they may not be compatible.
• Always check brake operation before riding the vehicle.
SPECIFICATIONS
ITEM
Front Specified brake fluid
Brake disc thickness
Brake disc runout
Rear Specified brake fluid
Brake disc thickness
Brake disc warpage
STANDARD
DOT 4
4.8 – 5.2 (0.19 – 0.20)
⎯
DOT 4
4.8 – 5.2 (0.19 – 0.20)
⎯
XCITING 500
Unit: mm (in)
SERVICE LIMIT
⎯
4 (0.16)
0.03 (0.012)
⎯
4 (0.16)
0.03 (0.012)
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