Caliper Disassembly; Caliper Inspection - Yamaha XVS6501997 Service Manual

FRONT BRAKE

CALIPER DISASSEMBLY

1. Remove:
S Brake caliper pistons
S Dust seals 1
S Caliper piston seals 2
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Removal steps:
D Blow compressed air into the hose joint
opening to force out the caliper piston from
the brake caliper body.
D Never try to pry out the caliper pistons.
D Cover the caliper piston with a rag. Be
careful not to get injured when the piston
is expelled from the master cylinder.
D Remove the caliper piston seals.
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EB702040

CALIPER INSPECTION

Recommended brake component
replacement schedule:
Brake pads
Piston seals, dust
seals
Brake hoses
Brake fluid
All internal brake components should be
cleaned in new brake fluid only. Do not use
solvents as they will cause seals to swell
and distort.
1. Inspect:
S Brake caliper piston 1
Scratches/rust/wear
brake caliper assembly.
S Brake caliper cylinder 2
Wear/scratches ! Replace the brake cal-
iper assembly.
S Brake caliper body 3
Cracks/damage ! Replace.
6-18
CHAS
As required
Every two years
Every two years
Replace when
brakes are
disassembled.
!
Replace the