Assembly; Installation - Triumph Rocket III Classic Service Manual

Assembly
Never use mineral based grease in any part of the
braking system or in any area where contact with the
braking system is possible. Mineral based grease will
damage the hydraulic seals in the calipers and master
cylinders. A dangerous riding condition leading to loss
of motorcycle control and an accident could result from
use of mineral grease.
1. Lubricate the piston and cylinder with new, clean
brake fluid.
Ensure that the piston and piston seal are fitted facing
the same way as noted during removal. A dangerous
riding condition leading to loss of motorcycle control
and an accident could result from incorrect assembly of
the master cylinder.
2.
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Fit the new piston and seal set into the master
cylinder.
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1.
Piston
2. Seals {in correct orientation}
3. Apply a small amount of brake grease to the
push rod.
Brakes
4. Install the pushrod in the master cylinder, compress
the spring and retain the assembly with a new circlip.
1.
Pushrod
2. CircJip
5. Refit the master cylinder boot.
Installation
1.
2.
3.
Position the master cylinder to the footrest mounting
bar.
Secure with two new bolts, tightening to 27 Nm.
Incorporating new washers to either side of the
union, fit the brake pipe. Tighten the union bolt to
25Nm.
4. Position the reservoir hose to the master cylinder.
Retain the hose by positioning the clips as shown
below.
1.
ReselVoir hose
2. Clips
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